Performance Director

2 days ago

Auckland CBD, New Zealand BrightSpark Recruitment Full time

A highly respected, award-winning agency is seeking a Performance Director to lead the development and oversight of its digital performance programmes. In this client-facing role, you'll drive key discussions, present strategic recommendations, and guide the delivery team to consistently raise the standard of work and ensure programmes run smoothly and effectively.

You'll be responsible for shaping successful outcomes across core performance channels, programmatic, search, and social, while helping clients advance their use of data, technology, and insights to maximise business performance and ROI. The position combines regular client engagement with the opportunity to coach and uplift internal teams, improving performance practices across both the agency and its clients.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead the creation of multi-channel strategies across Paid Search, Programmatic, Video, Social, and SEO.
  • Deliver clear, insightful performance reports that communicate key metrics, ROI, and actionable opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead client communication, from WIPs to performance reviews whilst remaining proactive in sharing insights.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all activity aligns with client objectives and overall strategy.
  • Regularly meet with internal Activation Specialists and guide on performance best practice and ensure alignment on client goals.

What you'll bring:

  • Extensive experience in Programmatic Media channels such as DV360, Google Ads and META.
  • Strong Google Analytics capabilities.
  • High commercial acumen with experience steering large, complex accounts.
  • Proven leadership ability, with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and inspiring others.
  • Accountability & Integrity.

What's in it for you:

  • Join a highly respected agency who work with some of NZs most recognisable brands.
  • Have influence on campaigns that are ground breaking and utilising the latest technologies on the market
  • Work with a team of passionate and committed specialists who love what they do.
  • Enjoy work life balance and a competitive salary.

This is a unique role that is rare to come by. This company is known for it's long tenure and fantastic culture, so if you're confident in your skills please apply today or contact Ieuan for more info on or

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