Associate Account Director | Folkestone | Kent | Full-Time | Permanent

Sleepinggiantmedia Ltd; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in Folkestone is seeking an experienced Associate Account Director to drive client strategies and oversee campaign performance. The ideal candidate will have strong digital advertising skills and proven experience in client management. This hybrid role offers a salary of up to £43,000 and emphasizes a culture of learning and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Real Living Wage employer

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing client requirements, including campaign planning.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive approach.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Translate clients' business goals into clear strategy.
• Oversee external KPI targets and ensure they are met.
• Collect and analyze metrics for actionable insights.
• Meet with clients in person and build relationships.

Skills

Digital advertising

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Client management

Communication

Education

Google Analytics & Google Ads certified

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Ads

Screaming Frog

SEMRush

Google Search Console

Job description

Associate Account Director | Folkestone | Kent | Full-Time | Permanent

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Overview

We’re Sleeping Giant Media, a multi-award-winning digital marketing agency. We help businesses grow through smart strategy, creative thinking and genuine partnership. We’re building a workplace grounded in equity, transparency and purpose as part of our journey toward B Corp certification.

About The Role

ROLE: Associate Account Director

DEPARTMENT: Client Delivery - AM Team

RIGHT TO WORK: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this role. We will reach out to selected partners directly if support is needed.

LOCATION: Folkestone, Kent / Hybrid - This is a hybrid role based in the UK, with a minimum of three days a week required in our Folkestone office for training, collaboration and client meetings. We are open to discussing flexible arrangements where possible.

DURATION: Permanent, Full Time. Working Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm (37.5 hours weekly).

PACKAGE: Up to £43,000 + Benefits. We are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer and publish salaries in all job ads to ensure transparency.

The Responsibilities

• Translate clients' business goals into a clear strategy using our model, identify KPIs, and measure success.
• Oversee external KPI targets and ensure they are met monthly, being accountable for performance.
• Oversee external KPI targets of Strategic Account Managers and ensure they are met monthly.
• Collect and analyse metrics to provide actionable insights to clients and internal teams; validate strategy and ensure tactics move the needle.
• Manage client communications from team recommendations to direct requests, ensuring alignment with digital strategy and goals.
• Create strategic digital roadmaps to achieve buy-in from client contacts.
• Deliver Business Reviews that consider opportunities for cross-channel collaboration.
• Meet with clients in person and build relationships with Senior stakeholders.
• Support client strategy development for clients managed by Senior Account Managers.

The Person / Qualifications

• Demonstrate a passion for digital advertising and a drive for continuous learning and improvement.
• Proven track record managing client requirements across multi-disciplinary campaigns and ad-hoc work.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Proven organisational skills to plan and present proposals and deliver campaigns on time and within budget.
• Results-driven and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects.
• Collaborative with cross-functional teams and capable of working independently.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to clients and internal teams.

Requirements

• Google Analytics & Google Ads certified.
• Experience using Google Analytics, Google Ads, Screaming Frog, SEMRush, AWR and Google Search Console.
• Agency experience and familiarity with agency-side operations.
• Evidenced passion for working in the digital marketing industry.

We know that no candidate will tick every box. If you’re excited about this role and believe you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

AI & Innovation

We’re committed to embracing innovation and evolving with the digital landscape, including the use of AI. AI is a tool to enhance our work, not replace it. We support you with tools, training and opportunities to learn, so you can engage with AI in a way that adds value to your role.

Other Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not provided).
• We do not ask about criminal convictions during recruitment; we strive for fair access to employment.
• We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process; reasonable adjustments are available on request.
• Interviews are conducted via email. We will never ask for payment information. If in doubt, contact us.
• We encourage applicants who are excited about the role to apply, even if not 100% qualified.

If you need to discuss adjustments, please contact [e-mail].

Closing Date: Sunday 28th September, 2025

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £43,000 per year

EEO We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and abilities.

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