Executive Director, Apple Services (9 month FTC)

This is a Fixed Term Contract role until the end of September 2025 with a view to a possible extension.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Advertising Marketing Specialist to join our international advertising team, focusing on driving the success of Apple Music across global markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advertising, project management, and strategic planning, with experience working across multiple time zones and managing large-scale campaigns. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including Creative Production, Data Science & Analytics, and Local and Global Marketing teams, to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that support our short-term and long-term goals.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Strategy and Campaign Management:
  • Partner with global teams to develop and implement strategies that support Apple Music's growth objectives.
  • Manage large advertising launch projects, from initial strategy and briefing to execution and post-campaign analysis.
  • Oversee both brand and growth campaigns, ensuring they align with overall business objectives.
  • Collaborate with Data Science & Analytics team to monitor campaign impact on product metrics, sharing insights that help refine marketing strategies.
  • Analyse and interpret campaign data to drive continuous improvement and share key learnings with the broader team.
  • Coordinate with global teams to manage campaigns across different time zones, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.
• Project Management:
  • Maintain clear communication with stakeholders, keeping records of roles and responsibilities, and ensuring timely delivery of all project elements.
  • Brief and manage external agencies to ensure alignment with campaign goals and brand standards.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive and effective campaigns.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and maintain alignment across all aspects of campaign execution.

About You:

• Experience in advertising or marketing, ideally with a focus on entertainment as a Service or App as a Service.
• Proven experience managing large-scale advertising campaigns from start to finish.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working in a global team environment and managing campaigns across different time zones.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform campaign strategy and optimization.
• Familiarity with the music and entertainment industry, particularly in relation to Apple Music or similar platforms.
• Experience in both brand and growth marketing, with a track record of successfully managing campaigns that drive business results.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement long-term marketing strategies.
• Experience briefing and managing external agencies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams.