🚀 Paid Media Marketing Lead (Contract)
đź“Ť London (4 days office / 1 day remote)
đź’° ÂŁ415/day (Inside IR35)
đź“… 3-month contract
We’re looking for an experienced Paid Media Marketing Lead to join a high-performing team based in London (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) on an initial 3-month contract with a major media outlet. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic, hands-on leader who can quickly make an impact in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
You’ll lead the development and execution of integrated marketing and communications strategies, ensuring alignment with broader business goals, revenue targets, and brand positioning.
Key Responsibilities
* Own paid media strategy, ensuring optimal performance and strong relationships with platform partners (e.g. Google & Meta)
* Provide clear leadership and direction across marketing and communications activity
* Manage and develop a team of editors, including oversight of flagship content initiatives
* Lead coaching and training to strengthen team capability and performance
* Manage and optimise marketing budgets to drive efficiency and results
* Oversee cross-channel strategy, including digital, CRM, and email marketing
* Champion data-driven decision making, using insights to shape strategy and identify growth opportunities
* Rebuild and optimise email marketing programmes, including segmentation and automation strategies
* Establish operational excellence through clear processes and scalable ways of working
* Act as a senior stakeholder partner, confidently communicating strategy and performance across leadership teams
* Drive a high-performance, accountable team culture
* Ensure marketing activity strengthens brand equity and delivers a consistent, high-quality customer experience
* Collaborate with creative freelancers and agencies to maintain outstanding creative output
About You
* Proven leadership experience in marketing and communications roles
* Strong background in paid media and performance marketing
* Experience managing budgets and delivering against revenue targets
* Expertise in CRM, email marketing, and customer segmentation
* Data-driven mindset with strong analytical capabilities
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to prioritise effectively and deliver results quickly
* Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners
If you’re immediately available (or available at short notice) and ready to make an impact in a high-profile media environment, please apply.