OverviewOkta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth.At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box – we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.We are looking for an innovative, experiencedDirector of Paid Mediato lead our Global Paid Media team within Okta’s fast-paced marketing organization. This isn't a role for someone looking to coast; we need a leader withgrit, tenacity, and an inventive spiritto execute complex, full-funnel programs that drive massive pipeline growth for bothAuth0 and Okta .The ideal candidate is aDigital Expertwho lives at the intersection of technology and creativity. You areAI-first, process-oriented, and possess the technical depth to navigate a complex B2B ecosystem. As a master of stakeholder management, you are as comfortable deep-diving into performance data with analysts as you are presenting high-level strategy to executive leadership.What You Will DoGlobal Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing global team of paid media leaders, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.Full-Funnel Strategy: Design and execute sophisticated, multi-channel paid media roadmaps (Search, Social, Programmatic, ABM) that drive measurable pipeline for the Auth0 and Okta brands.Stakeholder Orchestration: Act as a key partner to Sales, Product, and Finance, effectively communicating the impact of paid media on the broader business objectives.AI & Innovation: Lead the charge in integrating AI-driven tools and methodologies into our media buying, creative optimization, and reporting workflows.Operational Excellence:
Build and refine scalable processes and frameworks to ensure global consistency while allowing for regional nuances and agility.Budget & Vendor Management: Oversee a significant global budget, maximizing ROI and leading strategic relationships with external agencies and platforms.Technical Integration: Work closely with Marketing Ops and Analytics to ensure seamless tracking, attribution, and data integrity across the digital ecosystem.What You Will BringExperience: 10+ years in Paid Digital Marketing with at least 8+ years of people management experience. Global, distributed team management is a significant plus.B2B Expertise: A proven track record in the B2B SaaS space, understanding long sales cycles and high-intent lead generation.Digital Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of the paid media landscape, including advanced bid management, audience architecture, and attribution modeling.Resourcefulness & Grit: A "builder" mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex problems, and deliver results.Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to translate complex digital strategies into compelling narratives for a wide variety of roles across the organization.Analytical Rigor: A data-obsessed approach to decision-making, with experience in Looker, Tableau, Adobe Analytics, and advanced CRM workflows & integrations.Continuous Learner: A natural curiosity for what’s next—whether it’s the latest AI breakthrough or shifts in privacy regulations—and a passion for applying that knowledge.Does this sound like you?If you are a driven leader who wants to redefine what paid media looks like in the age of AI, we want to hear from you.Compensation & BenefitsHybrid work model. Below is the base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Actual base salary depends on skills, qualifications, experience,
and work location. Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with applicable plans and policies. Total Rewards information: https://rewards.Okta.Com/us.California/US ranges: $200,000—$275,000 USD.For Canada-based candidates, the annual base salary range is $161,000—$221,100 CAD. Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave). Total Rewards: https://rewards.Okta.Com/can.What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employeeAmazing BenefitsMaking Social ImpactDeveloping Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at OktaOkta cultivates a dynamic work environment with tools, technology and benefits to empower employees to work productively in a setting that best suits their needs. Location-flexible policies vary by role. For more, visit: https://www.Okta.Com/company/careers/.Some roles may require travel to one of our office locations for in-person onboarding.Equal Opportunity & PrivacyOkta is an Equal Chance Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please request accommodation.Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT) as defined by NYC Local Law 144. If you reside in NYC, please view our full NYC AEDT Notice. For more information on privacy, please see our Personnel and Job Candidate Privacy Notice: https://www.Okta.Com/legal/personnel-policy/.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Director Of Paid Media - $200,000 - $275,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Okta
📍 Toronto