HEAD OF SOCIAL

OUR STORY AND VISION:

Medialab is the UK’s leading independent media agency, and one of the fastest growing in the industry. We’re a media agency that’s made differently: purpose-led, data-driven, founder-run and proudly independent.

Our independence means we can focus 100% on doing the right thing to secure success for our clients and our brilliant people. We work with a wide variety of clients including Sharps Bedrooms, SunLife, Standard Life, Laithwaites Wine, EMMA, Save the Children, Mind, Guide Dogs, Hovis, Alzheimer’s Society, RNLI and Clearscore.

Our entrepreneurial spirit means success is rewarded and there are no limits to what you can achieve, which our employees agree with, evidenced by being a Campaign ‘Best Place to work’ for the last 4 years in a row. We are IPA Effectiveness accredited, an IPA People-First agency and widely awarded including a double-gold at the 2024 IPA Effectiveness Awards for our work with Laithwaites.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Over the past three years, Medialab has achieved remarkable digital capability and revenue growth. Our Digital division - encompassing PPC, Paid Social, and Display - has tripled in size while significantly diversifying its offerings.

Now, we’re entering the next phase of our ambitious agency growth journey, with digital at the core. To drive this, we’re seeking top-tier talent to inspire our clients, develop our teams, refine our operations, and create innovative products that deliver exceptional outcomes for our client partners.

This is your opportunity to be the driving voice of Social within Medialab - showcasing the value social media brings to our clients, defining what’s needed to deliver success, and ensuring execution is best-in-class to power growth.

You’ll lead channel growth in the core business by excelling in what we do, building collaborative partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence through the quality of our work, consistency of processes, and distribution of talent.

YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT:

• Lead & Inspire: Guide, mentor, and inspire teams to deliver excellence in Paid Social, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Deliver Best-in-Class Campaigns: Develop a consistent, effective approach to executing standout campaigns across client teams.
• Drive Innovation: Stay ahead of market, partner, and platform developments to build a distinctive social media proposition.
• Educate & Advocate: Consistently report and communicate the impact of social media on business goals, championing its value across the agency.
• Collaborate Seamlessly: Work closely with channel and department leads to fully integrate social into broader marketing strategies.
• Client & Partner Relationships: Proactively drive growth for our clients, foster strong client relationships, and build transparent, innovative partnerships with media vendors.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Proven Expertise: Extensive experience delivering and teaching best-in-class Paid Social activation, with mastery in managing Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, TikTok Ads, and LinkedIn Ads.
• Holistic Social Media Knowledge: Strong ability to integrate Paid Social with organic strategies and guide clients on content planning.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Exceptional skills in analyzing social media metrics and translating them into clear, actionable strategies.
• Commercial Acumen: A business-minded approach with a proven track record of driving growth and identifying new opportunities across social platforms.
• Leadership Skills: Experienced in leading and mentoring teams of 5+ specialists, fostering professional growth and a positive team dynamic.
• Collaborative & Personable: A natural team player who builds strong relationships and helps others flourish.
• Innovative Mindset: Curious, proactive, and always seeking to optimize for better outcomes.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Medialab, we believe in rewarding our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, pension, and hybrid working.

Time Off: 25 days holiday (plus Christmas office closure), your birthday and a Mental Health Awareness Day off, with a holiday buying scheme available.

Flexibility: Hybrid working, flexi-hours, and the opportunity to work abroad.

Wellbeing Support: Private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, free access to wellbeing apps, professional counselling, and a network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.

Career Development: CPD-accredited training, quarterly reviews, internal mentoring, and a bespoke mentorship program for female talent.

More Perks: Long-service rewards, charity volunteering days, retail discounts, and unforgettable company socials.

READY TO JOIN US?

To learn more about the role, our team, our growth plans, and the benefits of joining Medialab, apply today!