About the Role
Northern is seeking experienced Senior Paid Media Strategists to join their future talent community for anticipated busy seasons. This role involves complete ownership of strategy and end-to-end execution for key client accounts, focusing on building high-performing, cross-channel paid advertising campaigns that deliver measurable business results. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic vision to lead every stage of the campaign lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Lead paid media strategy and execution across platforms like Google, Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, Snap, and LinkedIn, owning campaign planning, setup, optimization, and reporting.
- Develop data-driven campaigns that align with client goals and KPIs, using research, audience targeting, and performance insights to drive measurable results.
- Monitor and manage campaign performance, making strategic optimizations, troubleshooting issues, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Create and present detailed reports and performance insights, clearly communicating results, trends, and actionable recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Act as a trusted client partner, participating in calls, providing strategic direction, and ensuring alignment between campaign execution and business goals.
- Oversee campaign quality and performance, reviewing and optimizing ad copy, landing pages, creative assets, and campaign structures in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Own media pacing and budget management, ensuring campaigns stay on track and aligned with planned spend and performance expectations.
- Stay current on digital marketing trends and platform updates, sharing insights with the team and applying new tactics to push performance.
- Mentor and support junior team members, reviewing work, providing feedback, and sharing best practices to strengthen department expertise.
- Support business growth efforts, contributing to audits, proposals, and identifying opportunities for platform expansion or campaign scale within existing accounts.
- Provides feedback, direction and mentorship to Jr Paid Media members.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in digital advertising, with a focus on paid campaign execution.
- 3+ years of performance marketing management.
- Successful completion of a post-secondary program in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Advertising, Web Development, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience.
- Proven track record of developing and executing high-performing digital advertising strategies across platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and YouTube.
- Hands-on experience managing campaigns in Facebook and Google Ads, including SEM, PPC, and CPM trends.
- Comfortable presenting campaign metrics and performance insights, both internally and to clients.
- Proficiency with attribution and tracking tools, such as Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, and Google Analytics (certification is an asset).
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Thrives in fast-paced environments, balancing independent ownership with strong collaboration skills.
- Supreme attention to detail.
- Comfortable with daily video conferencing and remote communication tools.
Skills
- Google Ads
- Meta Ads
- TikTok Ads
- Pinterest Ads
- Snap Ads
- LinkedIn Ads
- SEM
- PPC
- CPM
- Google Tag Manager
- Facebook Pixel
- Google Analytics
Location
- London, Ontario, Canada
- Remote
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Remote
- Hybrid
- In-office
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Post-secondary program in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Advertising, Web Development, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience.
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000 - $110,000 CAD
Benefits
- Robust Benefits plan, including a Health Spending Account
- Wellness Program & LifeWorks EAP
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Vet Care Program
- RRSP Matching
- Profit-Sharing Performance Bonuses
- Endless Professional Growth Opportunities
- Delicious Meals & Company Social Events
- Free Onsite Parking
- Referral Bonus Program
- Flexible work environment
- Allowance to help set up home office
- Health & dental benefits
About the Company
- Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency specializing in helping leading commercial and public service brands navigate digital change.
- Leverages expertise and deep understanding of clients’ businesses to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth.
- Positioned as a leader in the performance advertising industry as a Meta and Google Premier Partner.
- Received multiple recognitions in employee engagement from Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion, Women, Mental Health, Hybrid Work, and more.
- Northern is intentional about growth, collaboration, and creating meaningful digital experiences that move clients forward.
Equal Opportunity
- Northern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, employment equity, and diversity in the workplace.
- Encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse abilities, and those of all gender identities and expressions.
- Committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
- Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process.
