Director of Performance Marketing - agency

Greater Manchester Permanent View Job Description
As part of their 2026 growth plans they're now looking for a Director of Performance Marketing to join the agency. This is a genuine opportunity to really build - you'll be as comfortable in the nitty gritty of ad accounts as you are in the board room presenting strategy to Csuite.
  • This is a genuine opportunity to really build
  • These guys really pack a punch!

About Our Client

This agency stands among the North West's most driven and results-focused digital specialists. With expertise spanning PPC, SEO, CRO, and UX, they blend data-led insight, creativity, and smart strategic thinking to deliver meaningful commercial impact for their clients.

They truly prioritise work-life balance and have built a culture where people develop quickly, produce exceptional work, and genuinely enjoy the journey along the way.

Job Description

In this role, you might spend half of your day in a board room with C-suite stakeholders presenting strategy and the second half of your day in the ad accounts analysing performance.

Strategic Leadership: Shape, refine, and drive the agency's performance strategy across PPC, SEO, CRO, and analytics.

Team Growth: Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of channel experts, supporting their progression and ensuring high-quality delivery.

Client Performance Strategy: Act as the senior strategic lead for clients-building performance roadmaps, forecasting growth, and guiding long-term success.

Integrated Marketing: Partner closely with UX, creative, and content teams to deliver cohesive, full‑funnel marketing strategies.

Commercial Performance: Oversee budgets, margin, and ROI across client activity, identifying smart opportunities for scalable growth.

Innovation & Trends: Keep the agency ahead of the curve by introducing new tools, emerging tactics, and forward-thinking approaches.

The Successful Applicant

We're looking to speak to senior level Performance Marketing experts with a track record, you'll have a portfolio of brands you've helped build - real success stories. Ideally we're looking to see evidence of working with clients within competitive market places and industries - the harder the better!

Of course, you'll have experience working within an agency environment.

What's on Offer

  • Enjoy a 4-day working week for improved work-life balance.



Contact
Laura Mallinson
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6914127
Phone number
+441133889065

Job summary

Job function
Marketing & Agency
Subsector
Digital, Online & Social Media
Sector
Media & Agency
Location
Greater Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Mallinson
Consultant phone
+441133889065
Job reference
JN-012026-6914127