We’re looking for a commercially sharp, data-driven Paid Digital Specialist to lead paid media activity for one of the most exciting names in travel. With an annual media budget of $20M+, this is a rare opportunity to focus solely on one standout client, getting under the skin of their brand, audience, and growth strategy.
This is a monthly rolling contract with potential to be permanent.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for strategy and hands-on campaign execution across Paid Search, Paid Social, and Programmatic, owning performance from end to end. This isn’t just a tactical role, your insight, creativity, and optimisation skills will drive measurable impact and ROI across global markets.
You’ll work closely with the client, our in-house account team, and digital specialists to ensure we’re delivering performance that exceeds expectations, every time.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead paid media strategy and campaign execution across PPC, Paid Social, and Programmatic
- Use data tools like GA4, Looker Studio, and Excel to extract insights, spot trends, and optimise performance
- Own and optimise paid media budgets, ensuring efficient delivery against KPIs
- Run A/B tests and experiments to improve conversion and identify new growth opportunities
- Interpret behavioural and demographic data to inform targeting, platform selection, and creative strategy
- Write or brief performance-driven, platform-appropriate ad copy
- Deliver clear, insightful reporting to internal stakeholders and client teams
- Stay ahead of industry innovations and apply them to drive first-mover advantage
- Ensure all media activity is on-brand, data-informed, and commercially effective
What We’re Looking For
- Deep experience managing paid media campaigns across Google Ads, Meta Ads, Programmatic platforms
- DV360 experience is a must
- Proven track record in global media campaigns—experience marketing to audiences outside the UK is essential
- Strong analytical mindset and comfort with large data sets
- Proactive and organised—able to manage multiple workstreams
- Excellent communicator, able to simplify complex insights and present them confidently
- Curious about human behaviour, digital ecosystems, and how data drives decisions
- Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and analytics tools (GA4, Looker Studio)
Who You’ll Work With
- Internal: Digital team, client account team, Head of Digital, Managing Director
- External: Client marketing & data teams, Google, Meta, TikTok, analytics and programmatic platforms
- Reporting to: Head of Digital
Benefits
- Performance-related bonuses
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Health cover – includes private medical, fitness & wellness perks
- Quarterly company away days & events
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site gym
- Charity days for causes that matter to you
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role working with a dream client and a brilliant team. If you're a performance-focused digital specialist looking to take ownership of a world-class media budget and strategy, we want to hear from you.