Head of Performance Marketing

Performance Marketing Lead 🌍 At Stayforlong, travel is more than a transaction; it's a journey of extraordinary moments. Born in Barcelona in 2015, we set out to disrupt an industry dominated by massive corporations. We believe in the power of prolonged stays and reward our travelers with progressively better rates the longer they stay, encouraging them to truly immerse themselves in local cultures. Our Culture of Belonging 🤝 We are a team of 100 people thriving in a dynamic, collaborative environment where everyone's ideas are equally valued. Inclusive by Design: We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, both in the workplace and beyond. Diversity & Equity: We foster a respectful environment where all people are valued regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background. Balance: We are deeply committed to work-life balance and a supportive work atmosphere. The Mission: Scaling Global Connections 🚀 You will head the growth engine for a high-scaling travel platform, reporting directly to the CMO. This role is designed for a strategic leader ready to manage an 8-figure budget to achieve ambitious, double-digit international growth while fostering an environment of shared success. Your Impact: Define and lead acquisition strategy: Develop and evolve client acquisition strategies across all channels to meet business goals and set the channel roadmap. Own the budget: Oversee an 8-figure acquisition budget across 40 markets, making high-stakes decisions on channel mix and ROI. Lead and grow the team: Manage and develop a team of 3 specialists, fostering a culture of ownership, analytical mindset and following and leading by example. Drive channel diversification: Identify and scale new channels and partnerships, from affiliation to paid social. Champion metasearch excellence: Improve travel metasearch tools (bidding algorithms, inventory management) and maintain key relationships with Google, Trivago and other metasearch platforms. Performance & analytics: Oversee data analysis, set performance standards, and turn insights into action. Cross-functional leadership: Collaborate with Product, Finance, and Data teams to optimize campaigns and ensure funnel alignment. Stay ahead of the curve: Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify creative new growth levers. 👤 Who You Are Experienced Leader: You have 8+ years in digital marketing and experience leading high-performance teams in B2C environments. Proven Track Record: You have a history of delivering double-digit growth and deep expertise in Google Ads, Meta Ads, and programmatic. Analytical Mindset: You possess exceptional data skills and a rigorous approach to data-driven decision making. Travel Savvy: Experience with metasearch engines (Google Hotel Ads, Trivago) and international markets is a big plus but not mandatory. Communication: You are fluent in Spanish and English, capable of translating complex strategies into clear narratives. Adaptable: You are comfortable in fast-moving environments and take full ownership of your KPIs. 🎁 What We Offer True Flexibility: A full-time contract with a flexible schedule for real. Hybrid working model: 2-3 days at the office per week. Our hub is located in Barcelona city-center Work from Anywhere: You can work for up to 30 days per year from anywhere, allowing you to experience the "long stay" lifestyle yourself. Tailored Perks: Flexible compensation via Cobee (health insurance, restaurant/transport cards, kindergarten checks, and training). Travel Rewards: Special Stayforlong discounts and budget to help you enjoy your own long-stay discoveries. Wellhub subscription Ready to help us change how the world travels? Let's connect! Department Marketing Locations Barcelona Remote status Hybrid