Account Director, Paid Search

London, UK (Hybrid)

£55K/yr – £62K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own and shape paid search strategy for Tier 1 clients, leading delivery, roadmap development, and team leadership across account performance and data-driven initiatives.

  • Lead client meetings and build relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Develop and mentor Account Managers and drive data-driven initiatives
  • Translate complex commercial objectives into actionable Paid Search plans

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Client leadership & strategy
  • Owning overall account performance and delivery across Tier 1 clients
  • Setting the strategic direction of accounts and translating complex commercial objectives into Paid Search strategy
  • Leading strategic client meetings and building strong relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Developing annual and quarterly roadmaps that connect long-term strategy with clients' commercial goals
  • Understanding the wider commercial context behind performance – not simply what is happening within the platforms
  • Identifying opportunities to make better use of client data, technology and automation
  • Leading the ideation of new initiatives and working with Data & Product teams to scope and test them
  • Creating clear, well-structured briefs for Data and Product teams
  • Ensuring account teams are well organised, with clear ownership and expectations

Requirements

  • Advanced Paid Search expertise and experience adapting strategy around different business models and commercial objectives
  • Strong knowledge of Shopping, feeds, automation and modern bidding approaches
  • An understanding of where first-party, product and commercial data can improve platform decision-making
  • The ability to interrogate performance beyond headline platform metrics and understand what's actually driving commercial value
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn complexity into a clear strategic recommendation
  • Credibility with senior client stakeholders and the confidence to challenge constructively
  • High standards across communication, presentation and account management
  • The ability to lead and develop Account Managers without becoming detached from the work
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to maintain momentum when projects encounter setbacks
  • Curiosity about how technology, data and automation can improve performance rather than simply accepting the limitations of existing platforms

Benefits

  • Equity in the Business: Gain ownership in WeDiscover through our EMI Options Scheme, allowing you to share in the success you help create.
  • Significant Career Advancement: Be part of a fast-growing agency where your contributions have a direct impact on our growth and culture. You'll have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the business as we continue to scale.
  • Work Flexibility: 2–3 days in our London office, as best suits you.
  • Top of the Range Tools: High-spec laptop, screens and access to our bespoke technology.
  • Generous Time Off: 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the option to take a five-week paid sabbatical after five years of service.
  • Wellness & Wellbeing: £40 monthly wellness subscription towards your choice of services such as Calm, Headspace, Huel, Thriva or a gym membership.
  • Volunteering & Giving Back: Two volunteering days per year.
  • Continuous Learning: £200 annual learning fund for books, courses or subscriptions, alongside ongoing technical and broader business training.
  • Inclusive Culture: We're committed to creating an inclusive, positive environment where success is shared and people are supported to do their best work.
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WeDiscover | Performance Marketing & Technology Agency

WeDiscover was created to redefine performance marketing by integrating cutting-edge technology with expert performance marketers. Our team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts work hand-in-hand with performance marketers to drive growth for ambitious, future-focused companies.We specialise in building bespoke technology solutions - designed for and owned by our clients - to ensure scalability and sustained success. With a portfolio that includes industry-leading brands such as Trainline, New Look, Domino's, AA, Lyst, carwow, adidas, Heidi, Joseph Joseph, and Virgin, we have experts across a range of verticals to consistently deliver impactful results across diverse sectors.Our ability to innovate stems from a deep understanding of the challenges faced by businesses. Founded by former performance marketing leaders from Deliveroo and carwow, we bring a client-side perspective that extends beyond marketing teams to consider the broader business ecosystem. Our emphasis on a holistic approach ensures solutions which are designed to tackle real-world challenges and deliver measurable, impactful results.At WeDiscover, we don’t just market growth; we build it - through technology, innovation, and collaboration.WeDiscover has been ranked among the fastest-growing businesses in the Financial Times 1000 in 2025 and the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 in 2024.

Founded in 2020
Greater London, England, GBR
59 employees (8 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

£55K/yr – £62K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
7 (12% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
3.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
55.6%
Direct
31%
Referral
7.9%
Social
4.5%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~59
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Account Director, Paid Search

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