Overview
Head of Performance Media at Forge Holiday Group. Lead strategy and execution of PPC, display, and performance campaigns across our brands, manage budgets, oversee agencies, and drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable growth.
Responsibilities
* Own multi-million-pound PPC and performance media budgets
* Drive booking growth and cost efficiency across Google, Bing, Meta, and emerging channels
* Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of media specialists
* Influence strategic decisions with senior stakeholders and manage business-critical projects
* Conduct continuous testing, learning, and optimisation
* Collaborate with Marketing, Data, and Commercial teams to align on objectives
What You Need To Know
* Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum
* Team: Lead a talented team of performance media specialists
* Location: Chester HQ - hybrid/flexible working
* Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Data, and Commercial teams
You’ll Bring
* Extensive experience leading operational paid media/PPC campaigns
* Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets
* Strong knowledge of bid management platforms and performance optimisation
* Strategic, data-driven mindset with a test-and-learn approach
* Ability to thrive in fast-paced, change-driven environments
* Experience influencing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
* Bonus: Travel/tourism sector exposure; LinkedIn/Pinterest advertising experience
Benefits
* Annual STIP Company-wide Bonus Scheme offering up to 25% of salary
* 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) + extra days for long service
* Your birthday off
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
* B Corp certified – we care about people & planet
* Exclusive holiday discounts for you, friends, and family
* Wellbeing perks, gym access at HQ, health cash plan
* Additional: 25% performance-based bonus potential and other remuneration specifics as communicated by recruiter
About Forge Holiday Group
At Forge Holiday Group, we don’t just do holidays, we create memories. With market-leading brands like Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, and Bachcare in New Zealand, we’re 1,700+ strong and powered by four values: One Business, Keep it Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact.
Diversity & Inclusion
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