Senior Director, Paid Social
Ladders · United States · 1 mo ago
RemoteRemoteOTHR$142k–$160k/yrFull-time
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Paid Social to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space. This leader will oversee paid social strategy and team performance across client accounts, with a strong focus on retention, profitability, and innovation. The role partners closely with directors, associate directors, and sales teams to elevate measurement practices, improve execution, and support new business growth. It is a highly visible leadership position for someone who can coach teams, modernize processes, and drive integrated media outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring deep agency-side paid media experience, along with the ability to guide teams through both performance and brand planning needs. Success in this role will depend on strong people leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a practical understanding of the evolving ad tech and analytics landscape. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $142,000 – $160,000 annually Responsibilities Manage a team of Directors and Associate Directors focused on client retention and group profitability. Oversee client accounts, providing strategic leadership and driving business innovation. Advocate for full-funnel measurement modernization and AI-assisted workflows within the team. Conduct performance reviews and create tailored development plans for team members. Train and coach on paid social fundamentals, including campaign optimization and reporting. Maintain knowledge of multiple digital marketing channels to support integrated media strategies. Support the sales team in audits and pitches for prospective clients. Qualifications 9+ years of experience in paid media advertising, particularly in paid social within an agency context. 3-4 years of staff management experience focused on career development and mentoring. Strong coaching and leadership skills paired with a positive attitude. Experience in both performance and brand marketing/planning. Proficiency in measurement approaches like incrementality testing and MMM, along with team oversight experience. Familiarity with data analytical tools, including Google and Adobe Analytics. Solid understanding of the ad tech landscape and platform partnerships. Benefits Remote-first work culture promoting flexibility. Unlimited paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance. Extended holiday breaks during winter season. Options for working from anywhere, enhancing location flexibility. Generous parental leave policy at 100% pay. 401(k) matching to support retirement savings. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.