Senior Specialist - Media and Performance Marketing Analyst

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021. JOB PURPOSE We’re looking for an experienced Senior Paid Media Specialist with a strong track record in either paid search (SEA) or paid social. You’ll lead strategy and execution for high‑impact digital campaigns, working closely with internal creatives, data analysts, and external clients. You can focus on search or social, depending on your expertise and interest, helping shape how paid media drives performance and growth. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Search: Lead paid search strategy and optimization across platforms like Google Ads and Bing Ads, leveraging data and automation to enhance performance and client results. * Social: Drive paid social strategy, campaign planning, and execution across Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn and more, while mentoring junior team members and developing best‑in‑class approaches. * Own performance measurement, reporting and optimization to ensure scalable results. * Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (creative, analytics, tech) to deliver integrated solutions. * Present strategy and performance insights to internal teams and clients. WHAT YOU’LL BRING *  3+ years in paid search or paid social environments, preferably in an agency or performance‑focused in‑house setup. * Deep understanding of campaign strategy, budgeting, and KPI‑driven performance. * Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable strategy. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Leadership experience (mentoring or guiding junior team members) a strong plus. WE OFFER * Dynamic, supportive, and creative team environment. * Career growth opportunities in digital marketing and performance advertising. * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. * Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities * Benefits depend upon location, please feel free to check with the recruiter on more details WHO ARE WE?  We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

At Precis, we are a group of friendly experts in media buying, analytics & marketing science, creative and technology with a joint mission to help great companies thrive in the digital landscape. We are committed to building an inclusive and fair workplace that attracts talent and advances its people, regardless of their background, experiences or perspectives. We believe that a diverse set of minds will continue to contribute to our innovative culture and our ability to reinvent ourselves constantly. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING 💼 Lead the tactical & operational management of one or more digital marketing channels, ensuring flawless campaign execution, from setup to optimisation and detailed performance analysis. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, proactively managing relationships and ensuring that marketing strategies align with their broader business objectives. Drive end-to-end project management, taking full ownership of timelines, delegation to junior colleagues, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion beyond just channel execution. Direct advanced testing and optimisation initiatives within the channel, applying deep expertise to enhance campaign effectiveness and meet client KPIs. Conduct in-depth channel analysis and audits to identify opportunities for improving brand visibility and performance metrics. Advocate for and integrate innovative tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and improve campaign results. Deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to guide their digital investment decisions. Collaborate with relevant platform representatives and internal colleagues to stay ahead of emerging features and best practices, applying these learnings to drive client success. Promote a collaborative environment, leading by example in integrating channel-specific insights with cross-functional team efforts to enhance the overall client experience and success. Facilitate knowledge sharing & mentor junior specialists, providing guidance on channel-specific tactics and fostering an environment of continuous learning. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR ✔️ 4+ years of experience in the digital marketing ecosystem. Comprehensive hands-on experience and deep technical expertise in Paid Search, paired with a strong enough understanding of the broader digital landscape to contribute to holistic media plans and marketing strategies across multiple channels. Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to lead complex projects, manage timelines and stakeholders, and coordinate effectively across different teams. Ability to analyse and interpret data across both marketing & analytics platforms (e.g. GA4) and use insights to drive continuous optimisation and achieve better outcomes. Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Looker Studio) and ability to present insights engagingly and understandably. Proficiency in crafting and applying effective testing tactics to discover innovative solutions and boost campaign effectiveness. Proficient in communicating complex ideas clearly in presentations and collaborative discussions. Strong mentoring skills, with a focus on sharing knowledge and fostering a learning environment within the team. Preferably experienced in working with Google BigQuery. WHAT WE OFFER 🌟 You can read our full offering in our handbook. An intense learning environment where you will be able to grow and develop your skills and passions alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. A culture that is built on collaboration, trust and innovation. We value having fun together - that’s why we also have regular afterworks, team events and a yearly festival. Transparent salary bands - check it out on our site! 30 days paid leave, flexible public holidays, parental pay, a solid pension scheme and key insurance. Our different offices also offer different perks such as massage, health care contributions, free book orders, healthy snacks & great coffee, EAP programs and your choice of PC or Mac. A diverse environment with a high focus on inclusion and belonging. We speak 46 native languages around Precis, and our internal inclusion score is 4.5 out of 5.