Role Overview
Role: Growth Strategist
Function: Growth Strategy / Performance Marketing / Paid Media
Reports to: Head of Growth
Location: Remote-first (UK-based), with optional access to a London, Leeds or Manchester office.
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Performance Bonus
The Role
We’re hiring a Growth Strategist to take ownership of a cross-functional POD focused on driving strategic growth for a portfolio of e-commerce brands. You’ll lead performance, creative, and client teams to align strategy and execution around clear growth goals. This is a high-impact role for a growth expert who thrives on leadership, accountability, and data-driven decision-making.
About Us
Founded by Olly Hudson and Joe Marston, Soar With Us is one of the UK’s fastest-growing performance advertising agencies for e-commerce brands. We exist to help ambitious D2C brands scale profitably — powered by our core values of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. With a team of 50+ A-Players and a full performance creative department, we managed over £250M in ad spend across Meta, Google, and TikTok in 2024, driving breakthrough growth for brands like Puresport, Styrkr, Trip Drinks, and many more. As a Growth Strategist, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our clients’ growth journeys. You’ll connect data, creative, and performance, translating insights into strategies that scale brands and deliver exceptional outcomes. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, creativity, and fast-paced problem-solving — and wants to make a measurable difference for some of the most exciting brands in e-commerce.
Your Impact
* Deliver measurable client growth through data-driven paid media strategy, campaign execution, and cross-team leadership.
* Set and manage client growth roadmaps tied to revenue and acquisition KPIs.
* Lead a cross-functional POD (media buyers, creatives, and account managers).
* Ensure alignment across media, creative, and client success teams.
* Deliver measurable revenue growth and strong client outcomes.
* Support client retention and cross-service upsells.
Requirements
Growth Strategy And Planning
* Develop comprehensive 12-month growth roadmaps, aligning creative, performance, and financial goals.
* Use the Growth Xcelerator to set ambitious, data-backed KPIs for revenue growth and customer acquisition.
* Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify high-potential growth opportunities.
* Regularly review and adapt strategies based on performance data and client goals.
POD Leadership And Collaboration
* Lead a cross-functional Performance Operating Division (POD), coordinating efforts between Account Managers, Media Buyers, and Creative Strategists.
* Drive alignment across teams to ensure consistent messaging, creative quality, and data-driven decision-making.
* Act as the strategic anchor within the POD, setting direction and ensuring everyone is working towards the same client outcomes.
Data-Driven Optimisation
* Use platforms like Shopify, Triple Whale, and ad account analytics to monitor performance, identify trends, and make real-time optimisations.
* Transform raw data into actionable insights, guiding creative adjustments and media strategy refinements.
* Regularly assess the health of client accounts, ensuring that targets for ROAS, CAC, and customer LTV are consistently met or exceeded.
Client Communication And Relationship Building
* Build strong, trust-based relationships with clients, acting as their primary strategic advisor.
* Present clear, data-backed insights and growth recommendations, ensuring clients understand the impact of your work.
* Provide regular performance updates, helping clients connect day-to-day tactics with long-term growth goals.
Creative Collaboration
* Partner closely with creatives to develop impactful, conversion-focused campaigns that align with strategic goals.
* Use data to refine creative direction, ensuring every asset is designed to drive measurable results.
Skills & Experience
* Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience managing paid media campaigns on Meta or Google.
* Deep understanding of Acquisition channels, landing pages, e-commerce best practices, and growth levers.
* Proven track record in producing accurate forecasts and data-driven strategies.
* Strong grasp of creative ideation, data-backed execution, and performance analysis.
* Clear, confident communicator with a talent for simplifying complex ideas.
* Experience leading cross-functional teams, aligning creative and media strategies for maximum impact.
* High proficiency in Shopify, Triple Whale, and other E-commerce analytics tools.
Mindset
* You have an ownership mentality: you win or learn, you never blame.
* You are proactive, solutions-driven, and resilient under pressure.
* Attention to detail is second nature to you.
* You are a confident relationship-builder with strong communication skills.
* You have the ability to self-manage priorities in a fast-paced agency environment.
What Success Looks Like…
* 6 Months: Consistently driving profitable growth for client accounts and building strong POD collaboration.
* 12 Months: Trusted with high-value clients and best-in-class workflow structures.
* 24 Months: Recognised as a key leader in growth strategy within the agency.
Our Values
* Extreme Ownership: Taking responsibility for every outcome within your control.
* Radical Curiosity: Challenging assumptions and exploring what’s next to drive smarter, more innovative results.
* Kind Candour: Saying what needs to be said with honesty, empathy, and purpose.
* Client-Centricity: Thinking like owners, acting in our clients’ best interests, always.
Benefits
* Long-Term Holiday Scheme: 25 days annual leave, including your birthday off and additional days for long-term service.
* Life Insurance: Financial security for your loved ones, including Smart Health services for 24/7 health and wellbeing support.
* Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive cover with rewards and wellness perks after 6 months of service.
* Cash Plan: Reimbursement for routine healthcare expenses, including dental, optical, and physiotherapy.
* Company Pension: Auto-enrolment scheme with employer contributions for your long-term financial stability.
* Professional Development: Access to resources and courses for ongoing skill growth.
* End of Year Bonus Scheme: Performance-based rewards for high achievers.
* Kudos System: Peer recognition platform to celebrate great work.
* Remote or Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work remotely, in-office, or a mix of both.
* Working Abroad Scheme: The opportunity to work from abroad for up to 30 days at a time
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