Do you want to join the MARKETING SOCIETY star agency of the year?
As one of the fastest growing businesses in the UK, we’re always looking for the right people to join our team. Everyone offers the same stuff (money, pension, benefits etc) and we offer that too – but we offer something else as well: the chance to build something, to be part of something, to work with freedom and purpose. Liberate yourself.
For specific roles, please attach a CV and cover letter for the appropriate office (don’t forget the job ref). For speculative enquiries and questions, please email contact@republicofmedia.co.uk
Belonging at Republic of Media
At Republic of Media, we believe that success comes from creating a culture where our people feel they belong. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is valued, respected and has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our differences make us a stronger team and we are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and diverse. We work collaboratively to create an environment of belonging, where staff feel they can be themselves, and are supported to achieve their full potential.
We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and we welcome diversity in all its forms. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable every candidate to apply and participate in the recruitment process.
At Republic of Media, we celebrate diversity and inclusion and believe it helps makes us a great place to work. Join us on our journey to create a workplace where everyone feels like they belong.
Manchester
Because this is a place that understands your grand plans.
We don’t do “no can do” we just stress “yes we can”. (Longfella)
Edinburgh
This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden vistas.
A city so beautiful it breaks the heart again and again. (McCall-Smith)
Digital Media Executive / Senior Digital Executive
Download Job Spec PDFWe are seeking a Senior Digital Media Executive to join our rapidly expanding digital investment team in Manchester. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and reporting on digital media campaigns across all core channels, including display, audio, and video, with a particular focus on paid social activity for our clients.
As a key player in the team, you will champion best practices across paid social platforms, constantly innovating and finding effective ways to reach target audiences and drive client success. You’ll also stay on top of the evolving digital landscape, identifying opportunities for our clients while sharing insights and educating the agency on the value of social media within the broader digital strategy.
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
Comms Planning Account Director - Betting & Gaming
Download Job Spec PDFWe are looking for a Communications Planning Account Director or Senior Manager to join our team in Manchester. This position will be predominantly working on one of our agency’s largest accounts. You will work closely with the Business Director and the wider team to lead the planning process on major briefs, with responsibility for key work streams and multi-million £ campaigns. From taking and developing the client brief, through to the delivery and implementation of campaigns, you’ll analyse data to gain insights, develop media strategy and ideas, plan digital and offline media, whilst working closely with our expert buyers in AV and digital to ensure the smooth delivery of campaigns.
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
Comms Planning Manager
Download Job Spec PDFWe’re looking for a confident, proactive Communications Planning Manager to join our Manchester team. You’ll be someone who can hit the ground running and is comfortable leading client conversations, shaping strategy, and delivering brilliant media solutions alongside the Business Director.
You’ll take ownership of key accounts, guiding junior team members and managing multiple stakeholders with ease. You can turn insight into clear, confident recommendations and communicate them in a way that inspires action. You’ll love the buzz of agency life, being curious, collaborative, and always looking for smarter, fresher ways to solve client challenges. You’ll bring a strong grasp of digital channels and how they drive results, alongside a solid understanding of broadcast media, including AV and OOH.
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
Comms Planning Account Director
Download Job Spec PDFWe’re looking for an ambitious and confident Communications Planning Account Director to join our Manchester team. You’ll partner closely with the Business Director to lead the planning process and day-to-day client relationships across a mix of commercial and public sector accounts.
From shaping the brief to delivering campaigns, you’ll turn insight into smart media strategy, working with our specialist AV and Digital teams to bring ideas to life across all channels, while staying hands-on in offline planning and buying.
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
AV Manager
Download Job Spec PDFWe’re growing our team of Broadcast specialists and looking for someone who’s passionate about all things AV. You’ll take the lead on the day-to-day running of key accounts, planning and buying across linear TV, broadcaster VOD and Cinema, delivering campaigns that genuinely stand out.
Paid Search Manager
Download Job Spec PDFWe are looking for a Paid Search Manager to join us in our Edinburgh office.
You will be joining a team of Paid Search specialists as part of the broader digital team. As a Paid Search Manager at Republic of Media, your job will be to own the strategy and activation for your accounts, managing campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, TikTok Search Ads, with potential to test new platforms. You will help to define account development plans in line with client objectives and will work with junior members of the team to ensure best practices are implemented, providing insightful reports and ongoing recommendations to drive growth. In this role, you will be working closely with the broader digital team and Comms to approach client strategy holistically
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
Paid Search Trainee
Download Job Spec PDFWe are looking for Paid Search Trainee to join our team. This is a permanent role, based in our Edinburgh city centre office, where you would be given a 12–18-month structured Training Programme. We currently offer flexible working for staff, with a minimum three days spent in the office, however, during your first 12 months, you’ll be required to work from the office in Edinburgh five days a week, to optimise your opportunities to learn from others in the team.
Paid Search is an exciting and fast-growing form of online marketing which allows businesses to protect their brand and reach potential customers through sponsored results on Google and other digital platforms such as TikTok. Accounting for 50% of online marketing spend, Paid Search is performance-driven and relies on the use of data, behaviour insights and creative problem solving to help businesses grow.
At Republic of Media and The Freethinking Group we encourage and facilitate the use of AI systems where appropriate and in line with client agreements. During our recruitment process we want to get to know you as an individual and want to understand your personal interest in Republic of Media without mediation through an AI system. We also want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. Therefore please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
