The Role
We’re looking for a growth-obsessed Paid Performance lead to uplevel and scale our Paid Search and Social Performance offering..
You will be responsible for delivering measurable, revenue-focused outcomes across your client portfolio and collaborating with other channel leads to develop and execute holistic strategies that drive client growth. You will also play a supporting role in new business initiatives, helping to convert opportunities that expand the agency’s performance offering.
This is a senior, client-facing role with a high level of ownership over CEEK’s priority client roster. We are looking for someone who searches relentlessly for the whitespace, has strong commercial acumen, and is able to hit the ground running with minimal handholding.
About CEEK
CEEK is a dynamic, omni-channel digital agency that partners with forward-thinking brands across industries to forge meaningful connections through digital channels.
Our culture is collaborative, innovative, and team-first. Curiosity, accountability, and results-driven action sit at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where people are empowered to do their best work and grow their careers.
At CEEK, we operate with a +1 mentality — value-adding action beyond what’s expected. This commitment to going further is a defining part of working with and at CEEK.
What You’ll Be DoingClient Leadership & Commercial Growth
- Own high-value, high-growth client relationships at a senior level
- Develop winning paid media strategies and maintain executional excellence across a variety of channels, including Google Suite, Meta, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and others.
- Identify and drive upsell opportunities across Paid Media as well as any opportunities to expand or refer clients to other CEEK departments (content/influencer/SEO/organic performance/etc.).
- Ensure all performance activity is tied directly to client goals, not vanity metrics, and we are reporting results in a way that adds value to the client
- Lead client presentations, translating complex strategies into clear commercial outcomes
New Business & Revenue Growth
- Contribute to driving top-line revenue growth across the agency by supporting our senior leadership team in pitches and strategy projects.
Departmental Scaling & Efficiency
- Adhere to operational policies regarding AI usage and data security
- Drive operational excellence through consistent use of internal systems: ClickUp, Google Drive, Claude, Windsor AI, and Slack
- Collaborate with Brand, Organic, and Content departments to ensure seamless cross-functional information sharing and holistic strategy.
E-Matrix Strategy Delivery
E-Matrix is CEEK’s proprietary integrated strategy framework, used to deliver high-value strategic projects for clients prior to retained engagement.
- Oversee the performance component of E-Matrix strategy projects as needed, ensuring best-in-class strategic outputs
- Work closely with the Head of Strategy to deliver integrated, commercially compelling recommendations
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Strong working knowledge of Paid Media, particularly Google and Meta, with demonstrable results
- Proven experience managing high-value client relationships at a senior level, ideally in an agency environment
- Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of how performance activity drives revenue
- Experience presenting complex strategies to C-suite and senior stakeholders
- Comfortable managing media budgets at scale and accountable for commercial outcomes
Desirable
- Experience across additional platforms such as TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat, or LinkedIn
- Exposure to AI-led search, AI Visibility, or emerging search trends
- Experience working with fast-scaling DTC brands, luxury, hospitality, or retail clients
- Experience using AI platforms in a way that amplifies expertise without seeking to replace it.
Tools & Ways of Working
- ClickUp for project management and task ownership
- Google Drive for structured documentation and collaboration
- Slack for internal communication
- AI tools (Claude, Windsor AI) to enhance output and efficiency
- Motion for creative analysis
Success Metrics
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Client retention and account expansion
- Conversion of E-Matrix projects into retained engagements
- Increase in average deal size across performance clients
- Performance outcomes tied to real commercial impact for clients
Compensation & Progression
- Starting salary: £40,000 - £50,000, commensurate with experience
- Eligibility for a comprehensive bonus scheme post-probation, linked to: new business revenue contribution, existing client growth, client performance outcomes, and overall company performance
What We’re Looking For
- Commercial thinking over channel thinking
- Proactive client leadership and ownership
- Exceptional communication standards, internally and externally
- High accountability and attention to detail
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexitime
Work Location: In person
