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Head of Paid Media

Grandstand
Location
Charlotte, NC
Posted
19 days ago
Department
US Commercial
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8–10+ years in performance marketing, paid media, or affiliate marketing
  • 3+ years leading teams of 6 or more
  • Proven ownership of a significant media budget (ideally $10M+ annually)
  • Deep expertise across at least two of: SEM, paid social, programmatic, native, affiliate/partner marketing
  • Strong command of attribution modeling, testing frameworks, and marketing analytics
  • Track record of building in-house performance marketing capability
Nice to have
  • Experience in regulated industries (gaming, betting, fintech, or insurance)
  • Familiarity navigating responsible gaming or compliance requirements
What the job really is

The Head of Paid Media will lead the strategy and execution of the company's paid acquisition efforts, overseeing channels like SEM, paid social, and affiliate marketing. This role involves managing a significant media budget, building and scaling a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The position requires collaboration with various teams to align marketing strategies with broader business goals.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive private Healthcare Insurance
  • Flexible work environment and home office available
  • Home office allowance
  • Gym & Leisure Allowance
  • All the hardware and software you need to be successful
  • Regular company events and social outings
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • High-impact leadership role with significant responsibilities
  • Experience in regulated industries preferred, which may limit candidate pool
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