VP, Paid Media EMEA at Jellyfishcareers

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table. Jellyfish is a global digital marketing and transformation partner; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand. JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting directly to the CSO, Media, you will be the most senior leader for the Paid Media capability across the EMEA region. As EVP, you will be responsible for the strategic direction, commercial health, and operational excellence of our media activation product - spanning Search, Social, Programmatic, Retail Media, and emerging platforms. You will act as the bridge between global media strategy and regional execution, ensuring that our EMEA hubs deliver world-class performance for our clients. Your focus will be on driving innovation through our platform partnerships (Google, Meta, Amazon, etc.), scaling our "Media x Data x Creative" integrated offering, and partnering with Country Heads / Managing Directors on market specific needs and new business. You will be a media and AI transformation agent of change within the organization, a visionary capable of identifying operational, technical and strategic opportunities to evolve our end-to-end media delivery system. YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Strategic Leadership & Innovation - Define and drive the EMEA Paid Media roadmap in alignment with the Global Media Activation strategy. - Lead the adoption of next-generation media solutions, including AI-driven automation, privacy-first measurement (GA4/MMM), and advanced audience strategies. - Act as a senior strategic partner for our most complex EMEA clients, providing C-suite level counsel on media transformation and investment. - Evangelize Jellyfish’s unique "platform-first" approach, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the Google Marketing Platform (GMP) and other key ecosystems. Commercial & Investment Excellence - Take full accountability for the EMEA Paid Media P&L, driving revenue growth, healthy margins, and resource efficiency. - Oversee regional media investment strategy, working closely with the Global Investment leads to maximize value for clients and the agency. - Lead high-stakes pitches and organic growth workstreams, articulating the commercial value of our integrated media solutions. - Develop and maintain senior-level relationships with regional platform partners to secure first-to-market opportunities and beta access for EMEA clients. Operational Excellence - Standardize and scale media activation processes across EMEA markets to ensure consistency, quality, and speed to market. - Collaborate with the CSO and Global leads to refine our "Global Delivery" model, ensuring seamless integration between regional hubs and global centres of excellence. - Ensure rigorous QA and governance frameworks are in place across all EMEA media accounts to protect client investments and agency reputation. People & Culture - Lead and mentor a diverse team of VPs, Directors, and specialists, fostering a culture of high performance, curiosity, and continuous learning. - Champion Jellyfish’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the EMEA media capability. - Identify and nurture the next generation of media leaders, ensuring clear career pathways and development opportunities. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR - Subject Matter Expertise: Deep, multi-channel experience in Paid Media (Search, Social, Programmatic) at a global or regional leadership level. - Platform Mastery: Exceptional understanding of the major ad-tech stacks, with specific expertise in the Google Marketing Platform (SA360, DV360, CM360). - Commercial Acumen: Proven track record of managing large-scale P&Ls and driving significant commercial growth within a performance agency environment. - Leadership: An inclusive and empowering leadership style with experience managing large, multi-market teams (100+ people). - Strategic Agility: The ability to simplify complex technical challenges into clear, actionable business strategies for C-suite stakeholders. - Adaptability: A proactive mindset that thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving digital landscape. Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs. - Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8:00 am and 6:30 pm with flexible working hours. - Family Support: Enjoy generous paid leave for primary and secondary caregivers to support you during life’s big moments.