Senior Paid Social Executive

Company Description

 

We help brands make BOLD MOVES

 

Nowadays, brands want rapid, spectacular growth and they expect media to deliver it.

 

Clients used to give us media briefs that said “deliver 80% awareness” or “give me an impactful Christmas campaign.”

 

Now we hear

 

“Take me from 4th to 1st in my category”

 

“Help me grow 10% in a market declining 10%”

 

“Make me the most loved brand in my industry”

 

These are huge asks of media, that can’t be met through tweaking the media plan of two years ago.

 

Decades of advertising research prove that without a big change, large brands stay large and small brands stay small.

 

This is why Zenith help brands make BOLD MOVES.

 

Bold moves are big, brave changes to media strategy, delivering more impact for brands and more value for consumers.

 

Bold moves are backed up with a solid forecast – they are a better path to growth.

 

Bold moves build a partnership – we believe in this approach so much we link our growth to your success.

 

Bold Moves bring bigger ROI

 

This approach works for our clients, our people and consumers – it’s why we are recognised as the UK’s best media agency.

 

Our CommitmentAt Zenith UK, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger. It enables a greater idea exchange, which fosters innovation and creativity, and enriches our perspective.We are committed to Publicis Groupe’s wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, and encourage our people to take an active role in continuing to drive positive change within our agency.   

Job Description

We are hiring a Paid Social Senior Account Executive to join our Microsoft team, supporting the delivery of impactful, insight-driven campaigns across global platforms. This is a brilliant opportunity to shape how Microsoft connects with its audiences through thoughtful, performance-led social media activity. You’ll play a key role in both planning and execution, bringing together creativity and data to drive measurable results. Working closely with a Paid Social Account Manager, you’ll be supported to grow your expertise while making a real impact from day one.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Plan and activate paid social campaigns across leading platforms including Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Reddit
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• Turn client briefs into clear, compelling media plans and presentation materials
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• Optimise live campaigns to improve performance and deliver stronger outcomes
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• Manage campaign setup, trafficking and delivery with accuracy and attention to detail
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• Support financial processes such as bookings, reconciliations and resolving queries
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• Analyse performance data and provide clear, insight-led recommendations for future activity
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• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, contributing to a positive, collaborative culture

Qualifications

Skills we’re looking for:

• Experience activating and planning paid social campaigns
• Confidence working directly with clients and presenting your thinking
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into clear actions
• A high level of attention to detail across campaign setup and reporting
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a structured way
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
• Collaborative approach and strong communication skills

What’s in it for you:

• Be part of the team shaping a newly acquired account with a well-known, innovation-led brand
• Be part of a major agency win with significant investment and visibility
• Gain exposure to a wide mix of platforms and campaign types
• Learn from experienced managers and specialists who will support your growth
• See your work reach millions and directly influence campaign success
• Build your client-facing skills and confidence
• Join a team that values collaboration, learning and doing great work together

Additional Information

Zenith UK offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including:

 

📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).

 

Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week.

 

At Zenith UK, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. 

 

We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.

 

Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.