Managing Director, Social Media Agency – Equity Stake

Spreadvertise

full-time

Posted on: 1/11/2026

Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Köln • Germany

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About the role

Develop and implement a clear growth strategy for the agency
Lead and expand the team (recruitment, development and motivation of employees)
Strategically expand our service offering in Social Media and Influencer Marketing, as well as our events
Identify and implement new business areas, e.g. new market segments or artists
Manage projects and processes in close collaboration with the founding team
Position and represent the agency externally (e.g. at industry events and within networks)
Build scalable structures and processes for sustainable growth

Experience in social media marketing, ideally in agencies or influencer management
Outside-the-box thinking and openness to pursue projects beyond existing business areas
Enthusiasm for innovation and unlocking the potential of AI
A good sense for trends, reach and digital brand management
Entrepreneurial mindset, strategic foresight and a hands-on approach
Strong communication skills, leadership abilities and enthusiasm for building a team
Motivation to think big together and grow rapidly

Benefits

An active leadership role with significant scope to shape the company
Attractive equity participation in the overall company — not a typical job but genuine co-ownership
Collaboration with a creative founding team that values trust and personal responsibility
Access to an existing client base, successful case studies and strong networks
The opportunity to implement your own ideas creatively

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Hard Skills & Tools

social media marketinginfluencer marketingproject managementbusiness developmentdigital brand managementAI innovation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstrategic thinkingentrepreneurial mindsetteam buildingcreativityopenness to innovation