Digital Paid Media Manager, EMEA

Requisition ID: 3537 Department: Marketing Work Type: Hybrid Application Close Date: 12th July 2026 At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries. At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries. The world needs more Intrepid people: We’re looking for a Digital Paid Media Manager (EMEA) to join our team in Brixton, London on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to take real ownership of paid media across the EMEA region, driving performance that genuinely moves the needle. You’ll partner closely with our Global Head of Paid Media, agency teams and regional marketing team to shape strategy, deliver high-quality traffic and enquiries, and continuously optimise campaigns across channels including SEM, Paid Social, Programmatic and CTV. You’ll be right in the middle of it all - turning business goals into clear, actionable briefs, ensuring campaigns land well, and using data and insights to keep performance improving. There’s plenty of scope to test new ideas, explore emerging channels, and influence how we evolve our paid media approach globally. We work in a 3-2-1 hybrid model, with 3 days in the office and 2 from home, including at least 1 office day on a Monday or Friday. This role would suit someone who brings strong paid media experience and enjoys balancing hands-on delivery with strategic thinking. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple campaigns and budgets, working closely with agency partners, and using data to guide decisions. If you enjoy a collaborative, fast-paced environment and want to see the direct impact of your work, you’ll feel right at home here. Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: Strong experience in digital paid media (5+ years), across platforms such as Google Ads, Meta, YouTube and Reddit Hands-on experience managing multi-channel campaigns across SEM, Paid Social and Programmatic Proven ability to analyse performance data and turn insights into actionable improvements Experience managing budgets and delivering measurable ROI Confidence using analytics platforms such as Google Analytics, Amplitude, Looker Studio, PowerBI or similar Experience working with and managing media agencies and external partners Ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities Pay Transparency We’re committed to fair and transparent pay practices across our hiring process. We won’t ask about your current or past salary, and we base compensation on role requirements, skills, experience and relevant market benchmarks. The approved salary range for this position is £45,000 - £50,000 GBP per annum. Please note We recognise that AI use in applications is becoming more common. We review applications carefully, so if you choose to use AI, please do so thoughtfully and include something personal - it really makes a difference. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. We also reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. The world needs more Intrepid people: We’re looking for a Digital Paid Media Manager (EMEA) to join our team in Brixton, London on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to take real ownership of paid media across the EMEA region, driving performance that genuinely moves the needle. You’ll partner closely with our Global Head of Paid Media, agency teams and regional marketing team to shape strategy, deliver high-quality traffic and enquiries, and continuously optimise campaigns across channels including SEM, Paid Social, Programmatic and CTV. You’ll be right in the middle of it all - turning business goals into clear, actionable briefs, ensuring campaigns land well, and using data and insights to keep performance improving. There’s plenty of scope to test new ideas, explore emerging channels, and influence how we evolve our paid media approach globally. We work in a 3-2-1 hybrid model, with 3 days in the office and 2 from home, including at least 1 office day on a Monday or Friday. This role would suit someone who brings strong paid media experience and enjoys balancing hands-on delivery with strategic thinking. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple campaigns and budgets, working closely with agency partners, and using data to guide decisions. If you enjoy a collaborative, fast-paced environment and want to see the direct impact of your work, you’ll feel right at home here. Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include: Strong experience in digital paid media (5+ years), across platforms such as Google Ads, Meta, YouTube and Reddit Hands-on experience managing multi-channel campaigns across SEM, Paid Social and Programmatic Proven ability to analyse performance data and turn insights into actionable improvements Experience managing budgets and delivering measurable ROI Confidence using analytics platforms such as Google Analytics, Amplitude, Looker Studio, PowerBI or similar Experience working with and managing media agencies and external partners Ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities Pay Transparency We’re committed to fair and transparent pay practices across our hiring process. We won’t ask about your current or past salary, and we base compensation on role requirements, skills, experience and relevant market benchmarks. The approved salary range for this position is £45,000 - £50,000 GBP per annum. Please note We recognise that AI use in applications is becoming more common. We review applications carefully, so if you choose to use AI, please do so thoughtfully and include something personal - it really makes a difference. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. We also reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions. Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions. Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life. Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions. Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions. Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life. We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application. We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application. Application Close Date: 12th July 2026