Description:
About Slingshot
Slingshot is the creative media agency that propels brands and people further, faster. We achieve this through Unconventional Intelligence (UI)—our unique approach to finding different and better ways of solving challenges. By connecting the unconnected, we unlock growth opportunities for our clients and ourselves. Our mission is "the pursuit of growth through different or better."
Recognised as one of the Top 20 Best Places to Work for four consecutive years (WRK+ 2021–2024), Slingshot is built on a culture of Empathy, guided by three behaviours: We Invest, We Are Candid, and We Uncomplicate. We’re driven by the pursuit of growth through different and better ways of thinking, making a tangible difference for our clients and team.
The Role: Senior Performance Manager – Search & Social
As a Senior Performance Manager – Search & Social, you will play a critical role in shaping and leading Slingshot’s paid search and social offering. You will support the Head of Performance in driving the agency’s digital vision, ensuring a cohesive and industry-leading approach to paid search and social channels.
This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a strong technical understanding of Google Ads, Bing, SA360, Meta Ads Manager, TikTok, and other key platforms. You will lead campaign strategy, execution, and optimisation, ensuring measurable success for our clients.
You will:
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Lead end-to-end paid search and social campaigns, from strategy to execution and reporting.
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Act as the go-to expert on paid search and social, solving complex platform issues and advising on best practices.
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Drive performance optimisation through data analysis and strategic insights.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between strategy, creative, and execution.
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Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
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Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring Slingshot remains at the cutting edge of paid search and social.
This Role Is for You If...
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You have 6+ years of experience in paid search and social within a media agency.
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You thrive on data-driven decision-making and can confidently optimise campaigns for maximum impact.
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You have strong technical expertise across platforms like Google Ads, Bing, SA360, Meta, and TikTok.
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You can simplify complex ideas, effectively communicating with both clients and internal teams.
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You have leadership experience, mentoring junior team members and driving best practices.
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You are adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
This Role Is Not for You If...
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You prefer working in highly structured environments with little flexibility.
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You struggle to manage multiple priorities or fast-moving projects.
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You are not comfortable working hands-on with campaign execution and optimisation.
What’s in It for You
Career Growth Work with category-leading clients while developing your leadership profile.
Flexibility Enjoy hybrid working arrangements, including the option for a four-day workweek.
Collaboration Be part of a supportive, high-performing team that values open communication.
Innovation Culture Apply Unconventional Intelligence to drive client success and personal growth.
Industry Recognition Join an agency recognised as one of the Top 20 Best Places to Work .
Professional Development Access ongoing training, certifications, and workshops.
The Interview Process
Your recruitment journey will be managed by Fulcrum, Slingshot’s embedded talent partner.
Phone Screen: A brief call with a Fulcrum Talent Partner to assess your fit for the role and tell you more about Slingshot.
Recorded Video Interview: A two-way video interview where you'll respond to structured questions, helping us understand your skills, experience, and motivation in more depth.
Team Interview (Digital Team): A live interview with key members of the digital team to explore how you think, communicate, and collaborate.
Benchmark Assessment: An evaluation to measure your alignment with the core success attributes required for the role.
Task Presentation & Leadership Meet: You'll present a strategic response to a business scenario, demonstrating your insight and approach. As part of this session, you’ll also meet Slingshot’s CEO.
✅ Offer: Following successful reference checks, a formal offer will be extended.
Diversity and Inclusion
Slingshot values diversity and believes that unique perspectives drive innovation. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those who may not meet every listed requirement.