Programmatic AdTech Manager

Founded in 2012, LADbible Group is redefining entertainment and news for a social generation. Our global community engages with our content–spanning editorial, video, documentary and live – we reach 1 billion people each and every month. Our mission is to give the youth generation a voice by building communities that laugh, think and act. Using all major platforms, we've rapidly risen to become one of the world's largest publishers. 

About the Role

Due to continued growth, LADbible Group is looking for a Programmatic AdTech Manager to join the talented Commercial Operations team 

This role calls for someone from a publisher or media owner background, with hands-on experience in building and managing relationships with SSPs and a familiarity with managed Pre-bid wrapper products.

Reporting directly into the Head of Commercial Operations, you will play a key role in managing and optimising our programmatic setup across display and video; working closely with the teams across Yield, Ad Operations, Sales and Dev teams in a highly collaborative environment.

What the opportunity looks like

• Set up and manage new programmatic demand partners and integrations (e.g. header bidding, video player bidding, tag-based partners)
  
• Configure ad setups for website launches including ad units and placement logics.
  
• Conduct regular health checks and daily optimisations for our website display and video monetisation, highlighting any potential obstructions
  
• Building strong relationships with demand partners through regular check-ins and QBRs; testing new solutions to drive performance.
  
• Collaborate with internal teams including Editorial, Data and Development to support strategic initiatives and revenue-driving projects.
  
• Own and manage our consent management platform set-up
  
• Support on larger team projects such as site launches, migrations and new tech rollouts, ensuring clear objectives and a timely delivery.
  
• Identify and propose new growth opportunities through emerging AdTech solutions, formats and industry trends.
  

Skills and experience we'd like you to have

• Previous experience working in a Programmatic or AdTech role, either for a publisher / media owner

• Proven experience in building strong relationships with SSPs

• Proficient working with Google Ad Manager or other ad servers

• Previous experience using programmatic technology, such as managed Prebid wrappers, Amazon TAM, video players, DMP and CMP platforms

• Strong understanding of adtech stacks and their functionality

• Track record of Integrating AdTech partners and solutions

• A highly analytical mindset with with solid Excel skills; an ability to identify data trend to optimise performance

• Strong problem-solving capabilities and meticulous attention to detail

• Ability to work proactively to drive projects forward and communicate with stakeholders at all levels

• Highly organised individual with the ability to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks concurrently

• Strong passion for LADbible Group brands

• An outside-the-box thinker

What's in it for you

• Creative Freedom - bring bold ideas to the table and see them in action 
  
• Have a real impact - play a key role in shaping our programmatic strategy
  
• Have your voice heard in a high-performing, collaborative team
  
• Career growth - clear opportunities to progress as we continue to scale, with support to develop your skills and ambitions 
  
• Work for one of the world's biggest and most influential online publishers 

At LADbible Group we've rolled out blended working which means the majority of departments across the business (including London, Manchester and International offices) work in the office 3 days per week.

LADbible Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company and we welcome all members of the community to apply for openings with us. As the leading social youth publisher, we have a powerful global platform to better represent our audience and enable those that do not have equal opportunities to have their voices heard. As a business, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, in an environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves.