Hybrid Senior Account Manager, Paid Social

at Medialab Group

• Job title: Senior Account Manager, Paid Social
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• Lead a team of Digital Executives in managing Paid Social campaigns for various clients at Medialab. Driving performance and ensuring effective client communication in a dynamic agency environment.

Responsibilities

• You will take the lead in managing and supporting several Digital Executives, overseeing the day-to-day execution and planning of social campaigns, and ensuring seamless client communication.
• Reporting to a Digital Account Director you will be responsible for delivering high-quality work and driving performance across key accounts.
• This role is primarily focused on Paid Social, with an opportunity to work across Display and Video, as well as the opportunity to contribute to other digital channels including Search, Programmatic, and Partnerships, offering a well-rounded and strategic approach to campaign management.
• You'll work on a blend of Brand and Performance campaigns, gaining exposure to both digital and offline channels and developing a deep understanding of integrated media strategies.

Requirements

• Expertise in Paid Social activation is crucial, with strong knowledge of platform tools (e.g., Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest etc.)
• Proficiency in Pixel Tracking & Google Analytics, and a strong understanding of measurement, attribution, and tracking.
• Proven ability to train and develop Account Executives, ensuring high quality campaign delivery and process excellence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a client planning team.
• Previous line management experience, with a track record of guiding and developing junior team members.
• Highly numerate and confident in setting and monitoring budgets across multiple campaigns.
• An ability to work across multiple campaigns in a fast paced agency.
• NICE TO HAVE Experience in Display, Video, and DV360.
• Experience with planning tools such as TouchPoints, TGI, and YouGov.
• Exposure to broader digital channel planning and activation, as well as offline channels.

Benefits

• Time to Unwind – 22 days holiday (+ Christmas holiday closure), birthday & mental health day off, holiday buying scheme, flexi-hours and work abroad scheme.
• Hybrid Working – Balance between home and office. (3 days in office) We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements from the commencement of employment.
• Career Growth – A meritocratic approach to progression with quarterly reviews, CPD Platinum accredited training, mentoring and leadership support.
• Health & Wellbeing – Private medical insurance, health cash plan, gym discounts, wellbeing apps Mental Health First Aiders and unlimited free professional counselling.
• Supporting Families – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working and life assurance.
• Giving Back – Paid charity days and sustainability initiatives.
• Perks & Rewards – Retail discounts, long-service trips and an unforgettable team culture.