Paid Social Account Director – DFS Group

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Role Summary and Impact

We are looking for a paid social specialist to continue their career as Account Director. This role involves day‑to‑day responsibility for the paid social output of one or more busy client accounts and oversight of junior staff. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a team of social specialists in an agency environment, building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders, and serving as the trusted voice for all things paid social.

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional and exciting social work, leading and training a team of planners and execs, and ensuring seamless delivery of integrated plans alongside other media specialists.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience setting up and optimising paid social campaigns across key social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snap, TikTok, etc.). Training certifications such as Meta Blueprint are a plus.
• Experience planning large‑scale paid social campaigns with both brand and direct‑response objectives.
• Experience compiling detailed and insightful end‑of‑campaign reports and presentations, including regular client QBRs and annual reviews.
• A proven track record of working with clients and external stakeholders, presenting to clients, and leading calls as required.
• Experience line‑managing others, training, and mentoring junior staff across all aspects of paid social.
• Collaboration, friendliness, and a can‑do attitude.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

WPP Media invests in employees to help them do their best work, offering opportunities to grow through global networks, employee resource groups, and frequent in‑office events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement, vision, dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider applicants for all positions without discrimination. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

EEO Statement

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.