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Location: Hybrid - 3 days in the studio in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, and 2 days remote
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time (Permanent)
Our client specializes in driving traffic, increasing leads, and building brand reputation both online and offline through branding, design, web design, and marketing services.
The Role
We are seeking a strategic and client-focused Digital Manager to lead digital initiatives at their studio. You will collaborate closely with their digital team, creatives, and directors to develop impactful marketing strategies, oversee digital performance, and foster strong, long-term client relationships.
This role is suitable for someone comfortable leading client discussions, planning digital roadmaps, and identifying growth opportunities. You will guide campaign strategies, content development, and help advance the agency's digital capabilities.
It is essential that you are local to Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement digital strategies aligned with business goals to achieve long-term results.
* Lead multi-channel campaign planning in partnership with creative teams.
* Build and maintain trust with clients, acting as the primary digital contact.
* Manage reporting processes, analyze insights, and make data-driven recommendations.
* Manage internal teams and external partners to ensure quality delivery.
* Identify opportunities for digital growth and upselling to clients.
* Participate in new business pitches, from initial contact to onboarding and early delivery.
* Contribute to studio-wide planning, digital capacity management, and project prioritization with directors.
Skills and Qualifications
* Over 5 years of experience in digital marketing, focusing on strategy, planning, and client service.
* Experience managing client relationships and presenting campaign plans.
* Strong hands-on experience with paid campaigns (Google Ads, Paid Social), funnel management, performance tracking, and optimization.
* Ability to collaborate with creative teams to generate engaging content ideas.
* Confidence in leading meetings, presenting reports, and managing digital conversations.
* Experience managing internal teams.
* Knowledge of analytics tools (e.g., GTA, GA4, Looker Studio, Meta Ads Manager).
Benefits
* Hybrid working model (3 days in studio, 2 days remote).
* Creative, close-knit agency environment in Leigh-on-Sea.
* Opportunity to lead digital strategy for diverse clients.
* Autonomy with support from senior leadership.
* Potential for professional growth within the agency.
To Apply
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Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Marketing
* Industry: Marketing Services
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