Head of US Digital  (Senior Vice President)

Axicom•San Francisco, CA

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for an Head of US Digital, Senior Vice President who can lead our North American digital practice with both strategic vision and hands-on execution. This isn't a role for someone who wants to manage from the sidelines. You'll oversee social media strategy, executive social, paid media, and influencer marketing , while providing senior-level strategic counsel to some of the most innovative companies in AI and technology. This role is big, even if the team is lean. It will be your role to define and execute a growth strategy, and you’ll have a firm hand in shaping our future. You'll be the digital and social lead for high-stakes new business pitches, the trusted advisor clients turn to for cutting-edge counsel, and the person who ensures our digital capabilities stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving landscape. As a member of our North American Leadership Team, you will partner with peers across the business to power our continued growth.

Requirements

Experienced : 12-15+ years in digital and social media, with substantial agency experience
LinkedIn Native
Multi-Platform Expertise : Deep expertise in LinkedIn and X native strategy, particularly for through a B2B , technology and exec comms lens and executive social; you also know your way around Reddit, YouTube, TikTok, and you have a finger on the pulse across all emerging platforms, and wherever the conversation is happening
Strategic + Tactical : You can develop a brilliant strategy and also roll up your sleeves to execute it
Strong Writer : You write exceptionally well and have the taste to evaluate and optimize content that resonates with people
Client-Ready : Comfortable presenting to C-suite clients and serving as a trusted senior advisor
Tech/AI Savvy : Passionate about technology, AI, and the companies building the future
Entrepreneurial : You thrive in small, fast-moving environments where everyone contributes and no one hides behind their title
Direct and Collaborative : You say what you mean, welcome feedback, and believe the best work happens when smart people challenge each other
A Winner : You love the thrill of winning new business and delivering exceptional work for clients

Responsibilities

Lead Digital Strategy : Oversee social media, executive social media, paid media, and influencer marketing capabilities across the US practice
Senior Client Counsel : Serve as a strategic advisor to clients on digital and social initiatives - you'll be in the room where decisions are made, not managing timesheets
Win New Business : Lead digital and social strategy for new business pitches, bringing innovative thinking that helps Axicom stand out
Stay Ahead : Keep Axicom at the forefront of digital trends, platforms, and AI-powered tools in the communications space
Collaborate with Global Studios : Partner with Axicom's global Studios team to produce compelling content that resonates with target audiences and drives results
Collaborate Across Burson/WPP : Leverage the broader network when it serves our clients, while maintaining our nimble, entrepreneurial approach
Build and Mentor : Guide a small team of digital specialists (you'll manage teams that manage budgets and accounts, but you won't be buried in P&L spreadsheets)
Deliver Thought Leadership : Translate trends at the forefront of AI, digital communications, and social media into thought leadership that reinforces Axicom's position as the Agency of the Future
Practice What You Preach : Get your hands dirty - whether that's crafting a LinkedIn strategy, evaluating influencer partnerships, or pressure-testing a paid media plan