Responsibilities
The Group Vertical Director at TikTok is responsible for leading multiple account groups for the Global Business Solutions team in the UK. As a leader on the executive team, this individual guides strategy, coaches and develops individuals and nurtures team culture. A Group Vertical Director is a trusted partner to the C‑Suite in their client's organisations, and demonstrates equal levels of influence with internal teams. They are comfortable with change and thrive in results-based environments.
* Lead verticalised, solution-based strategy, account planning & pipeline management with data insights to drive business growth.
* Manage, identify, and develop talent in a high performing, diverse team. Create collaborative environments and nurture a culture of employee wellbeing.
* Maintain trusted C‑Suite client relationships to influence investment at scale, apply deep industry expertise and serve as a consultative partner.
* Be part of the UK Leadership Team and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to drive alignment and efficiency.
* Clarify and validate product needs. Partner with product teams on go-to-market strategy and opportunity identification.
* Represent TikTok on a national stage, at events and in the media. Deliver compelling thought leadership bringing together product understanding and market trends.
* Show optimism in the face of change and lead the team through ambiguity. Guide the team to be grounded, courageous and to aim for the highest.
* Set expectations, prioritise and break down goals for the team. Provide hands‑on support for the team and wider business where needed.
Qualifications
Minimal Qualifications
* Extensive experience working in advertising sales/digital media.
* Significant people and team leadership experience.
* Expert understanding of digital ad products, technologies and industry ecosystem.
* Demonstrated track record of achieving and exceeding revenue goals.
* Customer service orientation and experience working in a client facing capacity.
* Excellent communication, presentation and analytical skills.
* Performance expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
* A passion for TikTok.
* Collaborative and solution-oriented, with a proactive mindset and commitment to fostering a positive, high‑performing team culture.
* Self‑starter, fast learner with a start‑up spirit.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an “Always Day 1” mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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