Location:
Hybrid
Salary:
£39,701 - £42,754 per annum
Role Status:
Full Time
Closing Date:
2 Oct 2026
We're investing in the future of our Digital Performance function, and this role, alongside our incoming Head of Digital Performance, is central to that. As a Paid Media Principal, you'll be recognised as a technical expert within the team, helping to evolve our toolkit and build capability from the ground up alongside your new Head of Digital Performance counterpart. This is a senior specialist role for someone who wants to grow their influence and impact without having to move into formal line management.
About Us
We are Bigwave Marketing! We're a full-service agency with strong roots in the leisure, tourism, and hospitality sectors, alongside a growing portfolio of diverse clients. Community, care, and doing the right thing matter to us. We're a certified B Corp agency, and a workplace where bright ideas are welcomed, knowledge is shared freely, and our people feel empowered to make a genuine difference to their colleagues, clients, and communities.
About the job
🔍 Who We're Looking For We're on the lookout for someone who loves the technical craft of Paid Media and takes real pride in doing it well. Knowledge Sharer: You are generous with your expertise, naturally curious, and enjoy mentoring colleagues to help them succeed. Commercially Minded: You are comfortable balancing technical excellence with real-world client objectives and return on investment (ROI). Impact-Driven: You don't just do great work yourself; you enjoy actively contributing to the overall technical growth and high standards of the department. Curious & Current: You actively track emerging platforms, tools, and AI-driven developments in Paid Media, and bring that knowledge back to the team. 🛠️ What You'll Bring Core Expertise: Significant hands-on agency experience driving ROI, with expert-level knowledge of Google Ads (Search & Display), Microsoft Ads, and Google Analytics, attribution and measurement. E-commerce & Video Mastery: Advanced experience managing complex e-commerce campaigns, including Google Shopping, Meta Ads, YouTube advertising, advanced remarketing, and audience segmentation. Channel & Technical Breadth: Strong experience running campaigns across broader platforms such as LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, X/Twitter, Spotify, and Programmatic environments, along with Google Tag Manager and conversion tracking. Mentorship: A proven track record of coaching and mentoring colleagues, with experience managing complex client accounts and the independence and confidence to help shape a growing function. 💚 Why You'll Love It Here At Bigwave, we know that great work comes from happy, supported people. In addition to your salary, you'll benefit from: Hybrd working - 2 days in the office and 3 from home per week 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Simplyhealth healthcare plan Access to a rewards platform Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work scheme Creative UK membership City-centre office location Regular socials, events, and team perks 🚀 Ready to Apply? If you love the technical craft of Paid Media, and want to help shape a growing function from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you. We may use AI to help match your CV skills to the role, but your cover letter is always read by a real human to make sure we get a genuine sense of whether you're a good fit for our vibe, so make it count 💪 Apply Now 👇
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