Sphere Digital Recruitment

Regional Media & Acquisition Planning Manager Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Media Planning Manager / Acquisition Lead / Growth Marketing Manager / Performance Marketing Lead About the Role We're partnering with a leading international digital business to recruit a Regional Media & Acquisition Planning Manager to lead the development and delivery of sophisticated 360 customer acquisition strategies across multiple markets. This role sits at the centre of regional growth planning, owning acquisition strategy across both online and offline channels including TV, OOH, Radio, Paid Search, Paid Social, Display and Retargeting. Working closely with commercial teams, agency partners and channel specialists, you'll build integrated acquisition plans designed to maximise growth, efficiency and return on investment. What You'll Be Doing Develop and lead multi-channel acquisition strategies that deliver customer growth and commercial objectives. Manage media planning and investment across both digital and traditional channels. Own forecasting, budgeting, performance reporting and ROI optimisation across regional campaigns. Drive testing, measurement and optimisation strategies to improve acquisition efficiency. Partner with internal teams across Affiliates, SEO, Social and Innovation to deliver integrated 360 campaigns. Work closely with agency partners and stakeholders to ensure best-in-class execution and performance. Use data, insight and market trends to identify new growth opportunities and scale successful channels. What We're Looking For 10+ years' experience in customer acquisition, media planning or growth marketing roles. Proven experience managing both online and offline acquisition channels. Strong understanding of media planning, attribution, forecasting and budget management. Experience delivering growth in highly competitive, fast-paced digital environments. Highly analytical with strong experience in testing, optimisation and performance reporting. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a market-leading digital business operating at significant scale, where acquisition sits at the heart of commercial growth. You'll have ownership of sizeable media budgets, exposure to multiple international markets, and the chance to shape acquisition strategy across some of the most sophisticated marketing channels in the industry. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

Paid Social Account Manager Manchester Hybrid Working Permanent We're partnering with a leading international media agency to recruit a Paid Social Account Manager for their Manchester team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with household-name brands, delivering best-in-class paid social campaigns across multiple platforms. Whether you're driving performance, building client relationships or exploring the latest platform innovations, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful digital strategies. If you're looking for an agency where you'll have genuine ownership, career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's best talent, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As a Paid Social Account Manager, you'll be responsible for managing campaigns from planning through to optimisation, ensuring clients achieve outstanding results while identifying new opportunities for growth. Your responsibilities will include: Managing paid social activity across platforms including Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Snapchat. Developing campaign strategies that align with client objectives and business goals. Monitoring performance, optimising campaigns and managing budgets to maximise ROI. Producing insightful reports and presenting recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders. Working collaboratively with planning, creative, analytics and activation teams to deliver integrated media campaigns. Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted day-to-day contact. Keeping up to date with platform developments, industry trends and emerging best practice. About You You'll have experience managing paid social campaigns and be confident balancing client management with campaign delivery. We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience in a Paid Social role, ideally within an agency environment. Hands-on knowledge of Meta Ads Manager and other major paid social platforms. Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Experience managing campaign budgets and delivering against performance KPIs. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication skills with a collaborative and proactive approach. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

An exciting Innovation Director opportunity with a leading media agency is looking for a senior leader to drive innovation across a key retail partnership. Based in Bradford / Hybrid 2 days a week on-site with the client in Bradford Permanent role Start date: ASAP Up to £78,000 per annum The Job As the Innovation Director , your responsibilities will include: Leading the innovation strategy and roadmap across a major retail account Owning the end-to-end delivery of innovation initiatives, from ideation through to execution Driving ecommerce transformation projects, including website optimisation, tagging, and media capabilities Acting as the senior client lead, managing key stakeholders in a complex and fast-paced environment Developing new media capabilities across digital and physical channels, including first-party data and adtech solutions Identifying and delivering commercially viable innovation opportunities that meet client and business needs Leading and developing a team of 2-3 direct reports Collaborating with internal teams, partners, and suppliers to bring innovation to life Managing a structured pipeline of activity with a clear 12-18 month roadmap You Strong media, digital or ecommerce experience Experience working with retail or retail media is advantageous Confident client leader with excellent stakeholder management skills Highly reliable with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset Ability to drive projects forward and deliver in challenging environments Comfortable managing change and working with fast paced clients Curious, innovative thinker who is not afraid to explore new ideas Structured and organised, with strong planning capabilities Positive attitude and strong leadership presence Apply Now You can apply for the Innovation Director position now by sending us your CV or by calling us now. Don't forget to register as a candidate too. Amy Brown Principal Management Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently has a variety of job opportunities across digital, so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

Digital Account Manager - Digital Planning The company This is a great independent agency who prides themselves on doing things differently and developing and focussed on their employees development which creates an inspiring culture. The role This is a fantastic Digital Account Manager and you will get the opportunity to work across a portfolio of clients. You will run the day-to-day client needs from a digital planning perspective Your focus will be cross digital planning Reporting and presenting key findings Be active and enthusiastic as a market expert, championing work and market trends You Experience in managing Digital campaigns including paid search, display, programmatic, paid social and emerging platforms Huge amounts of enthusiasm and a can-do attitude Experience in client management and media planning Apply Now! You can apply for this Digital Account Manager role now by sending us your CV or by calling us now! Don't forget to register as a candidate too. Nicola LeBorgne - Senior Client Partner Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across Media Planning and Strategy so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

Paid Social Account Director London Hybrid Working Permanent We're partnering with a leading global media agency to recruit an experienced Paid Social Account Director to join their London team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead best-in-class Paid Social strategies across a portfolio of high-profile global clients, while managing and developing a talented team of specialists. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping client strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional campaign performance across multiple social platforms. If you're a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a passion for digital media, this could be the perfect next step in your career. The Role As a Paid Social Account Director, you'll oversee the strategic direction and delivery of Paid Social activity across a diverse client portfolio. Acting as a senior client partner, you'll build long-term relationships, identify growth opportunities and ensure campaigns consistently exceed expectations. Working closely with planning, activation, analytics and client leadership teams, you'll champion innovative thinking and deliver integrated solutions that drive measurable business results. What You'll Be Doing Leading Paid Social strategy across a portfolio of major national and global brands. Acting as the senior day-to-day client contact, building trusted relationships with key stakeholders. Overseeing campaign planning, activation, optimisation and performance across platforms including Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Snapchat. Driving innovation by identifying new opportunities, testing emerging products and implementing best practice. Leading, mentoring and developing a team of Paid Social specialists, supporting their growth and progression. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver fully integrated media campaigns. Presenting strategic recommendations, campaign performance and future opportunities to senior clients with confidence. Supporting new business pitches and contributing to the continued growth of the Paid Social offering. About You You'll be an experienced Paid Social professional with a proven track record of leading successful campaigns and managing client relationships within an agency environment. You'll also bring: Extensive experience managing Paid Social campaigns across multiple platforms. Strong strategic thinking with a commercial mindset. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Confidence presenting to senior stakeholders and influencing client decisions. Excellent knowledge of campaign optimisation, measurement frameworks and performance analysis. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A passion for staying ahead of industry trends and platform developments. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

An exciting technology-led organisation in London is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing platform team as they continue to build out their data and analytics capability. Based in: London Hybrid working: 1-2 days a week in the office Permanent role Start date: ASAP Salary: Up to £83k per annum The Job As the Lead Data Engineer , your responsibilities will include: Leading the design and delivery of a modern cloud data platform supporting analytics, AI and client-facing data products Owning data pipeline architecture across ingestion, transformation and data product layers Setting and maintaining data engineering standards, patterns and best practices across squads Mentoring and leading a small team of Data Engineers and working closely with Analytics Engineers and Data Scientists Remaining hands-on with complex technical delivery, architecture decisions and code reviews Defining CI/CD, testing, observability and infrastructure-as-code standards for data pipelines Ensuring strong data governance, security controls and compliance across all datasets Partnering with Product and commercial teams on data initiatives and client data onboarding Supporting analytics, BI and AI/ML use cases with well-structured, documented and reliable data models You 5+ years' experience in data engineering or data platform roles Strong hands-on experience with SQL, Python and distributed data processing Proven experience building and operating modern cloud data platforms Experience with technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks and Power BI Strong understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code and data quality practices Solid knowledge of data security, access controls and governance Comfortable operating as a hands-on technical leader , mentoring others and influencing standards Strong stakeholder communication skills Apply Now You can apply for the Lead Data Engineer position now by sending us your CV or by calling us today. Don't forget to register as a candidate too. Amy Brown Principal Managing Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently has a variety of job opportunities across digital, so feel free to get in touch to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

Finance Manager (AI focus) PE backed Consumer Tech business London (Hybrid - 2 days per week) 12-month FTC This is an opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager to join a high-growth, PE-backed digital consumer business on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The business has delivered strong, sustained performance over the last three years, with EBITDA running approximately 20% ahead of budget and continued double-digit growth driven by its leading position in the UK consumer market. The business is heavily investing in AI, automation and agent-based workflows, you will be responsible for identifying, building and embedding AI-driven solutions that materially reduce manual effort and reshape how the team operates. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will also take ownership of the full management accounting and month-end reporting cycle for one brand. Key responsibilities: Own the end-to-end month-end close, delivering accurate, timely and insight-led management accounts for one brand Use Claude and other AI tools to design, build and implement AI-driven workflows that automate elements of the close cycle (e.g. reconciliations, accruals, reporting packs) Develop and refine "agentic" finance processes using Claude and complementary automation tools to reduce manual intervention across month-end, cash flow and reporting Identify and execute automation opportunities using Claude, AI platforms and workflow tools in combination with existing finance systems and data sources Manage and develop one part qualified accountant Act as a key driver of the broader finance AI transformation agenda within the group What we're looking for: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with strong management accounting and month-end ownership experience Demonstrable experience using AI tools or automation to improve finance processes (or clear, practical curiosity and experimentation in this space) Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence non-finance teams Experience mentoring or managing junior team members Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment where processes are being actively rebuilt Experience working in a fast-growth Tech / PE backed business is desirable This is a rare opportunity to step into a role where traditional finance ownership meets genuine transformation. You will be joining a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial environment where AI is not an add-on, but a core part of how the finance function will operate going forward.

£90,000-£100,000 + benefits London (2 days in office) 6-9 month fixed-term contract (or permanent for the right candidate) Scaling FMCG brand This is an opportunity for a Group Financial Controller to join a fast-growth, scale-up FMCG food & beverage business, working in a hybrid role based in London (2 days per week in the office). You will be joining an internationally renowned B Corp that has experienced significant growth over the past six years, scaling from £4m to £50m turnover. The business is now focused on accelerating international expansion and launching new products across multiple markets. Reporting directly to the Founder, this is a 6-9 month fixed-term contract due to immediate need, with the potential to become permanent. You will lead a team of 4 and take full ownership of financial controls across three international regions, alongside external and internal reporting, while driving continuous improvement across the finance function. Responsibilities include: Leading and developing a team of 4 qualified and part-qualified accountants Ownership of the monthly management accounts and close process, including group consolidation across three international regions Leading the year-end audit, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors Maintaining a robust financial control environment, including balance sheet oversight and stock reconciliation Managing cash flow forecasting and liquidity across the group to ensure strong financial control and support continued international growth Overseeing accounts payable and receivable, including aged debtor and creditor reporting Ownership of VAT returns across the UK and Europe, as well as monthly UK payroll Driving continuous process and systems improvement across the group, including potential system implementation projects Skill set required: Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CA accountant Strong experience in a stock-based environment (FMCG experience strongly preferred) Proven experience leading and developing finance teams Demonstrable ownership of financial controls within a business Experience working with international entities and group consolidation (highly desirable) Background in a fast-growth, scale-up environment preferred Strong understanding of finance best practice with the ability to implement and drive change Influential communicator, able to partner effectively with senior leadership to support ambitious growth plans This is an exciting opportunity offering significant exposure to the Founder and senior leadership team during a period of continued international expansion. The business offers a highly collaborative culture where people are central to its success, and the successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

A leading media agency in London is seeking an AV Manager to oversee client accounts in TV, Cinema, and Video. This role involves managing media planning and buying while supporting an Account Director. The ideal candidate is an experienced media planner/buyer with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. The position offers a hybrid working environment, allowing flexibility while working with a talented team.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Biddable Media Professionals Wanted Are you a talented biddable media freelancer with a passion for digital advertising? We are building a talent pool of skilled professionals like you! If you have a proven track record in managing biddable media campaigns across various platforms, we want to hear from you. Join our talent pool today and be the first to be considered for our next freelance opportunity! Company Overview: Sphere Digital is a leading digital recruitment agency that partners with a diverse range of clients to deliver exceptional digital marketing solutions. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position: Freelance Biddable Media Professional Roles and Specializations: We are seeking biddable media freelancers at any level, from Biddable Media Executives to Head of Biddable Media, who have experience managing campaigns across platforms like Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other biddable media channels. Day Rates: Our freelance opportunities offer competitive day rates ranging from £250 to £450, based on your level of expertise and experience. Requirements: Proven experience as a biddable media professional, managing campaigns on various platforms. Familiarity with Google and Meta Ads etc. Strong agency background. Demonstrated success in driving conversions and achieving KPIs in biddable media campaigns. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and optimize campaign performance. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to liaise with internal teams and clients. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool: Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply: To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated resume. In your application, please specify your level of expertise (Biddable Media Executive, Biddable Media Manager, Head of Biddable Media). Join our talent pool today, and together, let's create exceptional biddable media campaigns that deliver outstanding results for our clients! Note: This is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Finance Manager 15 month FTC Multi-channel Retailer £90,000-£110,000 Central London (3 days in office) A Senior Finance Manager is required to join a fast-growing international omnichannel retailer on a 15-month maternity cover contract. Based at the company's London headquarters (3 days per week in the office), this is an opportunity to join a highly successful business with turnover approaching £500 million, continued international expansion plans and approximately 50 new store openings planned over the next 12 months. This is a key leadership role within the finance function. You will manage a team of 7 qualified and part-qualified accountants and will have significant exposure to senior stakeholders. The role has primary ownership of management accounting, financial controls and reporting across all channels, while also managing the business partnering team, supporting new initiatives and decision-making. A significant focus of the role will be driving finance transformation, particularly around improving and accelerating the month-end close process, alongside wider reporting and process improvements. Responsibilities include: Leading, developing and mentoring a team of 7 Accountants (Part Qualified & Qualified) Ensuring robust financial controls, balance sheet integrity and governance processes are maintained across the business Overseeing the month-end close process and management accounts across retail, ecommerce and supply chain Managing an established business partnering team, supporting with financial analysis, decision support, commercial projects and post-investment reviews Providing financial input and challenge on key business initiatives including new store openings, supply chain projects, logistics and transport reviews, payment provider evaluations and capital investment decisions Leading finance transformation initiatives, including reporting optimisation, process automation and a faster-close programme Identifying opportunities to leverage automation and AI to improve efficiency and scalability across the finance function Skill Set Required: To be considered, you will possess the following experience and attributes: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with 5+ years PQE Proven experience leading and developing a finance team of 3+ Strong financial controls and technical accounting background, including ownership of balance sheet integrity and month-end processes Track record of driving change, challenging existing processes and delivering finance transformation initiatives Experience working in a complex, multi-site business with 70+ sites and a turnover of £100 million+ Experience supporting business decisions through financial analysis, investment Comfortable working within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and evolving environment In return , you will join a highly successful and ambitious retailer at a pivotal stage of growth. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to shape the future finance function, lead key transformation projects and work closely with an experienced Finance Director and senior leadership team.

Sphere Digital Recruitment in London is looking for a Junior Product Owner to support the development of its marketing technology platform. You will collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to translate business needs into product solutions. The ideal candidate should have some relevant experience, be detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. This administrative role offers a hybrid working model in a fast-paced environment.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Biddable Media Professionals Wanted Are you a talented biddable media freelancer with a passion for digital advertising? We are building a talent pool of skilled professionals like you! If you have a proven track record in managing biddable media campaigns across various platforms, we want to hear from you. Join our talent pool today and be the first to be considered for our next freelance opportunity! Company Overview: Sphere Digital is a leading digital recruitment agency that partners with a diverse range of clients to deliver exceptional digital marketing solutions. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position: Freelance Biddable Media Professional Roles and Specializations: We are seeking biddable media freelancers at any level, from Biddable Media Executives to Head of Biddable Media, who have experience managing campaigns across platforms like Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other biddable media channels. Day Rates: Our freelance opportunities offer competitive day rates ranging from £250 to £450, based on your level of expertise and experience. Requirements: Proven experience as a biddable media professional, managing campaigns on various platforms. Familiarity with Google and Meta Ads etc. Strong agency background. Demonstrated success in driving conversions and achieving KPIs in biddable media campaigns. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and optimize campaign performance. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to liaise with internal teams and clients. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool: Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply: To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated resume. In your application, please specify your level of expertise (Biddable Media Executive, Biddable Media Manager, Head of Biddable Media). Join our talent pool today, and together, let's create exceptional biddable media campaigns that deliver outstanding results for our clients! Note: This is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Freelance Paid Search Professionals, Join Our Talent Pool Are you a skilled Paid Search freelancer looking for new opportunities? Sphere Digital Recruitment is building a talent pool of UK-based Paid Search professionals, from Account Executive level through to Head of Paid Search. We are keen to connect with freelancers who have: Strong agency experience Experience managing and optimising Paid Search campaigns Knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads), Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager A proven track record of driving conversions and achieving campaign KPIs Strong analytical, communication and client management skills Experience with keyword research, bid management, audience targeting and performance reporting The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple campaigns Day rates typically range from £250 to £450, depending on experience and project requirements. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Account Executive, Account Manager, Account Director or Head of Paid Search. Join our talent pool today and help deliver high-performing Paid Search campaigns that drive meaningful results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific live vacancy. It is an opportunity to join our freelance talent pool and be considered for relevant Paid Search projects as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Paid Social Professionals Wanted Are you a skilled Paid Social freelancer looking for new and exciting opportunities? We are assembling a talent pool of experienced Paid Social professionals like you. If you have a proven track record in managing Paid Social campaigns and are proficient across key social advertising platforms, we want to connect with you. Join our talent pool today and be the first in line for our next freelance opportunity. Company Overview Sphere Digital Recruitment is a reputable digital recruitment agency that partners with diverse clients to drive outstanding digital marketing results. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position Freelance Paid Social Professional Roles and Specialisations We are seeking Paid Social freelancers at any level, from Account Executives to Head of Paid Social, who are proficient in using platforms such as Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Pinterest Ads and Snapchat Ads to manage and optimise campaigns. Day Rates Our freelance opportunities offer competitive day rates ranging from £250 to £450, based on your level of expertise and experience. Requirements Proven experience as a Paid Social professional, proficient in managing campaigns across major Paid Social platforms. Strong agency background. UK based. Familiarity with Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Pinterest Ads, Snapchat Ads and other Paid Social platforms. Demonstrated success in driving conversions and achieving KPIs through Paid Social campaigns. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and optimise campaign performance. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to liaise with internal teams and clients. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Account Executive, Account Manager, Account Director or Head of Paid Social. Join our talent pool today and together, let's create outstanding Paid Social campaigns that drive real results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Freelance Paid Search Professionals, Join Our Talent Pool Are you a skilled Paid Search freelancer looking for new opportunities? Sphere Digital Recruitment is building a talent pool of UK-based Paid Search professionals, from Account Executive level through to Head of Paid Search. We are keen to connect with freelancers who have: Strong agency experience Experience managing and optimising Paid Search campaigns Knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads), Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager A proven track record of driving conversions and achieving campaign KPIs Strong analytical, communication and client management skills Experience with keyword research, bid management, audience targeting and performance reporting The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple campaigns Day rates typically range from £250 to £450, depending on experience and project requirements. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Account Executive, Account Manager, Account Director or Head of Paid Search. Join our talent pool today and help deliver high-performing Paid Search campaigns that drive meaningful results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific live vacancy. It is an opportunity to join our freelance talent pool and be considered for relevant Paid Search projects as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Communications Planning Professionals Wanted Are you a skilled Communications Planning freelancer looking for new and exciting opportunities? We are assembling a talent pool of experienced Communications Planning professionals like you. If you have a proven track record in developing communications strategies, audience first planning, and integrated campaign recommendations, we want to connect with you. Join our talent pool today and be the first in line for our next freelance opportunity. Company Overview Sphere Digital Recruitment is a reputable digital recruitment agency that partners with diverse clients to drive outstanding marketing and communications results. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position Freelance Communications Planning Professional Roles and Specialisations We are seeking Communications Planning freelancers at any level, from Planning Executives to Heads of Communications Planning, who are proficient in developing communications strategies, audience plans, channel recommendations, campaign frameworks, and integrated planning approaches across a range of clients and sectors. Requirements Proven experience as a Communications Planning professional, with experience developing strategic communications plans and integrated campaign recommendations. Strong agency background. UK based. Familiarity with audience planning, consumer insights, communications frameworks, and channel strategy. Demonstrated success in translating business objectives into effective communications strategies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, insights, and research to inform planning decisions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Planning Executive, Planner, Senior Planner, Planning Director or Head of Communications Planning. Join our talent pool today and together, let's create effective communications strategies that drive meaningful results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Paid Social Professionals Wanted Are you a skilled Paid Social freelancer looking for new and exciting opportunities? We are assembling a talent pool of experienced Paid Social professionals like you. If you have a proven track record in managing Paid Social campaigns and are proficient across key social advertising platforms, we want to connect with you. Join our talent pool today and be the first in line for our next freelance opportunity. Company Overview Sphere Digital Recruitment is a reputable digital recruitment agency that partners with diverse clients to drive outstanding digital marketing results. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position Freelance Paid Social Professional Roles and Specialisations We are seeking Paid Social freelancers at any level, from Account Executives to Head of Paid Social, who are proficient in using platforms such as Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Pinterest Ads and Snapchat Ads to manage and optimise campaigns. Day Rates Our freelance opportunities offer competitive day rates ranging from £250 to £450, based on your level of expertise and experience. Requirements Proven experience as a Paid Social professional, proficient in managing campaigns across major Paid Social platforms. Strong agency background. UK based. Familiarity with Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Pinterest Ads, Snapchat Ads and other Paid Social platforms. Demonstrated success in driving conversions and achieving KPIs through Paid Social campaigns. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and optimise campaign performance. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to liaise with internal teams and clients. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Account Executive, Account Manager, Account Director or Head of Paid Social. Join our talent pool today and together, let's create outstanding Paid Social campaigns that drive real results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Join Our Talent Pool: Freelance Communications Planning Professionals Wanted Are you a skilled Communications Planning freelancer looking for new and exciting opportunities? We are assembling a talent pool of experienced Communications Planning professionals like you. If you have a proven track record in developing communications strategies, audience first planning, and integrated campaign recommendations, we want to connect with you. Join our talent pool today and be the first in line for our next freelance opportunity. Company Overview Sphere Digital Recruitment is a reputable digital recruitment agency that partners with diverse clients to drive outstanding marketing and communications results. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, empowering our freelancers to showcase their expertise while contributing to impactful projects. Position Freelance Communications Planning Professional Roles and Specialisations We are seeking Communications Planning freelancers at any level, from Planning Executives to Heads of Communications Planning, who are proficient in developing communications strategies, audience plans, channel recommendations, campaign frameworks, and integrated planning approaches across a range of clients and sectors. Requirements Proven experience as a Communications Planning professional, with experience developing strategic communications plans and integrated campaign recommendations. Strong agency background. UK based. Familiarity with audience planning, consumer insights, communications frameworks, and channel strategy. Demonstrated success in translating business objectives into effective communications strategies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, insights, and research to inform planning decisions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively. Why Join Our Talent Pool Access to a wide range of exciting freelance opportunities at various levels of expertise. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and expand your network in the industry. Flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance your freelancing career with other commitments. Timely and reliable payment for your valuable contributions. How to Apply To be considered for our freelance talent pool, please send your updated CV. In your application, please specify your level of expertise, Planning Executive, Planner, Senior Planner, Planning Director or Head of Communications Planning. Join our talent pool today and together, let's create effective communications strategies that drive meaningful results for our clients. Please note, this is not a specific job opening, but an invitation to join our freelance talent pool. Suitable candidates will be contacted for freelance opportunities as they arise. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

INSIGHT MANAGER About Our Insight Team Our Insight team sits embedded into the broader Planning & Strategy discipline. We help clients understand their markets, identify competitive opportunities, and unlock growth through research-driven knowledge. We're methodology-agnostic problem-solvers who combine quantitative rigor with qualitative depth. Beyond client projects, we publish thought leadership that examines representation, identity, and advertising's role in systemic change-challenging our industry to do better. About the Role We're seeking an Insight Manager to lead our brand tracking and ad-hoc research portfolio. This is an individual contributor role where you'll own projects end-to-end-from proposal design through to client presentation-while building strong client relationships and delivering insights that drive real business impact. Core Responsibilities Brand Tracking & Campaign Research (Primary Focus) Design and deliver brand tracking studies, campaign evaluation research, and brand health monitoring programs Manage fieldwork, data analysis, and reporting for both continuous and bespoke brand research projects Translate tracking data into compelling narratives that help clients optimize communications and refine strategy Identify emerging trends within tracking data and recommend actionable next steps Client Leadership & Relationship Management Own direct client communication and develop long-term relationships with key contacts Brief clients on research findings; present insights with confidence, clarity, and perspective Work with the Insight Director on proposal development and pitch support Manage client expectations, budgets, and timelines; ensure projects deliver commercial value Research Design & Delivery Write questionnaires, discussion guides, and detailed research proposals aligned to client briefs Manage end-to-end quantitative research workflows (sampling, fieldwork, data processing, analysis) Conduct qualitative research where appropriate-focus groups, interviews, workshops Develop analysis using statistical software (e.g., Q, SPSS, Qualtrics) Create insightful, visually engaging reports and presentations that go beyond the bar chart Strategic Contribution Identify and develop thought leadership research to build market reputation Introduce new research methodologies and demonstrate how our tools add value to media planning Support agency new business pitches with research thinking Run internal workshops to enrich agency output and foster a data informed culture Deputize for the Insight Director when needed The Person We're Looking For Essential Experience & Skills Quantitative research experience ideally from a media agency, market research firm, or client side research role Hands on experience managing and running continuous market research tracking studies, ensuring accurate project management and reporting Proven track record managing clients and delivering to commercial targets Exceptional time and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and seamlessly oversee research projects from inception to completion Strong brand and communications knowledge or demonstrable interest (e.g., you follow advertising, know what campaigns excite you, understand brand positioning) Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization software Excellent proposal writing and questionnaire design skills Ability to work autonomously while knowing when to elevate; confident in your own decision making Curiosity and analytical rigor-you dig into the why behind metrics, not just reporting shifts Strong storytelling ability; you can find the narrative in complex data Attention to detail; you take pride in analytical accuracy Mindset & Characteristics Consultancy oriented; you think in terms of client challenges and business solutions Naturally curious; you question assumptions and challenge conventional thinking Independent worker who manages multiple projects simultaneously Energetic ambassador for our team; keen to contribute to agency culture You have a point of view and aren't afraid to express it-even if it's contrarian Growth mindset; keen to develop your reputation as a research thought leader Valued Experiences & Skills (Nice to Have) Hands on qualitative research experience (designing, moderating, analysing) Background in brand planning, strategic communications, or advertising Practical Details Based in London but occasional UK travel for client meetings and fieldwork Willingness to attend industry conferences and events Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.