About Us 

KINESSO is the technology-driven performance marketing agency that sits at the very heart of IPG Mediabrands, providing actionable growth for both our agency partners and clients. We turn 'action' into 'outcome' for our clients, leveraging our unique capabilities in optimization, analytics, AI, and experimentation. KINESSO has brought together the collective power of what was formerly Matterkind, Reprise, and Kinesso under one collective entity that will serve as the most powerful delivery engine in the industry. We have extensive offerings spanning performance marketing and data and technology. Fuelled by a deep understanding of consumer behaviour, we offer an end-to-end engine of planning and optimization while also delivering on data-driven strategy for social platforms, actionable growth in e-commerce, and creating curated marketplaces specific to each client's function and needs. The company has more than 6,000 employees operating in more than 60 countries. Learn more at www.KINESSO.com 

Position Summary: 

The fast-growing Paid Social arm of our Media team is looking for an Account Director to oversee a team of Paid Social Specialists.  

As the perfect candidate, you, will have strong experience working on branding and/or performance (direct response) clients through key channels such as Facebook and Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest and Snapchat.

In this growing team, you will be an expert on all things Paid Social for both our clients and planning teams. The successful candidate will take charge of strategy, execution, and performance, ensuring our clients remains at the forefront of paid social innovation. Along with overseeing strategy & annual planning you will manage a team consisting of Associate Account Director, Account Managers and Account Executives. 

With monumental opportunity to grow your client accounts even further, this role provides the perfect platform for you to support the Paid Social Group Account Director / Digital Media Lead on owning the overall client strategy, managing and supporting the team.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Being a source of expertise in Biddable Media – particularly Paid Social (Facebook/Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Pinterest and LinkedIn) – for the wider business and our clients 
• Working with the Paid Social Group Account Director / Digital Media to look at overarching client strategy  
• Support and develop the team below you, ensuring that high standards of work are delivered 
• Managing the team’s financials 
• Ensure the team runs best in class Paid Social campaigns that align with creative and platform best practice  
• Have a good understanding of platform updates and ensure your client is updated on changes that effect strategies or on-site tracking.  

Desired Skills & Responsibilities: 

• Agency experience

• Experienced in working with both branding and/or performance clients 
• Strong leadership skills, with a track record of managing and developing teams
• Excellent client management abilities, confidently handling senior stakeholders
• A deep understanding of multi-market campaigns
• Knowledge of other digital channels and disciplines, such as affiliates, SEO and display is an added bonus 
• Excellent written and numerical skills 
• Strong Excel & presentation skills 
• Excellent analytical and strategic skills 

Employee Transparency 

At IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at [email protected] if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application. 

THE PERKS 

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:  

• Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as the minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year  
• Free breakfast and free lunch  
• Early finish Fridays 
• Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)   
• Retail discounts 
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice car scheme 
• Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs 
• Interest-free season ticket loan  
• Paid time off for Volunteering  
• Group Income Protection  
• Life Assurance  
• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)  
• Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%  
• Generous Parental Leave & Pay   
• Independent mortgage advice  
• Financial education  
• Employee Assistance Programme  
• Free eye tests  
• Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!