THE PROBLEM
Taking too long to find the right performance marketer?
Hiring in performance marketing isn’t always straightforward. You need people who understand channels, data and creative, but who also think commercially and move quickly. CVs don’t always tell the full story, and the best candidates often have multiple offers on the table.
As a specialist performance marketing recruitment agency, we go beyond active applicants. We use market insight, targeted outreach and deep industry knowledge to find people who can deliver real results.
Whether you’re hiring for a key paid media role or building out a growth-focused team, we’ll help you make the right hire with confidence.
THE SOLUTION
Why you should partner with us.
Talent that drives paid growth and ROI.
We recruit marketers who’ve worked across high-growth campaigns and understand how to improve paid performance, reduce CPA and deliver measurable ROI. From CRO to paid search and paid social, we help you find specialists who fit your goals and hit your targets.
Speed without sacrificing quality.
We know time-to-hire matters, especially when campaign performance is on the line. Our performance marketing recruitment process is designed to move quickly without cutting corners — so you get fast shortlists, market insight and well-matched candidates.
Strategic hiring, not just CVs.
You’re not just filling a role — you’re building a team. That’s why we take the time to understand your channels, structure and growth goals. We don’t just send CVs, we advise on the shape of the role, the salary benchmarks, and what good looks like in today’s market.
SALARY GUIDES
2025 UK marketing salary guide
Struggling to hire top performance marketing talent in a competitive market? Offering the right salary and benefits is key — especially when candidates have options.
Our 2025 UK marketing salary guide includes the latest benchmarks for roles across PPC, CRO, paid social and more, helping you stay competitive and hire with confidence.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about us.
Digital Waffle has truly been a game-changer for our organisation. Over the past two years, they've successfully placed numerous candidates across various functions, and their commitment to excellence shines through in every interaction. We look forward to continuing this valuable partnership!
Harry GriffithsSophie’s expertise was invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements & tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.
Sophie ShakeshaftMatt was fantastic to deal with. He made the recruitment process so easy and really went the extra mile to find us the right candidate. His helpful approach and commitment to getting the right person made a big difference. Definitely would use Matt and Digital Waffle again for any future hires.
Matt TroughtRecruitment can be painful when the recruiters don’t understand your needs and the technical differences between roles. Luckily Digital Waffle are experts in their field and provide a speedy and accurate service. Great candidates and no waffle. Zak Jones especially is extremely talented and helpful. He goes the extra mile in building long-term relationships, and not just for the quick win.
Zak JonesLuke is a very professional recruitment consultant who always delivers excellent results. He understands what the needs are and he is always very quick to react. I recommend Luke as he is truly passionate about recruitment and I'm confident that a partnership with him would greatly benefit any client.
Luke RoseFinding the perfect fit for our expanding marketing team felt like quite a challenge until we teamed up with Maddie at Digital Waffle. Her expertise, unwavering support, and sharp insights have been a game-changer in our search. Thanks to Maddie, we've landed an excellent Social Media Manager who has really amped up our marketing game.
Maddie RichardsonMia approached me about a year ago and asked if they could help find applicants. I immediately liked her no-nonsense approach. Instead of making a sales pitch, she tried to understand our needs and got us great candidates. Communication is quick and all stakeholders have the information they need at any given point. I recommend working with Mia & the team. Thank you!
Mia PartridgeStuart’s professionalism and attention to detail were evident throughout the recruitment process, resulting in a successful and efficient hiring experience. We will definitely be contacting Stuart and Digital Waffle for any future hires. Can’t recommend him enough!
Stuart ManserI’ve worked with Louis for 12+ years and hope to continue for many more. He has supplied labour and also aided a much-needed career change. I would recommend Louis to anyone who is seeking an out-of-the-box thinker and someone who will dedicate themselves to solving your resourcing requirements.
Louis TaylorWe couldn't be more delighted with Digital Waffle's exceptional expertise in sourcing the ideal candidates. They adeptly filled a large number of roles, displaying precision and a deep understanding of our unique requirements. I recommend their services to any businesses who are seeking top-notch recruitment support.
Harry GriffithsMaddie’s expertise as a recruitment consultant was absolutely invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements, and tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.
Maddie RichardsonI highly recommend Luke for any recruitment needs. I had the pleasure of working with Luke, and I was really impressed with his professionalism and expertise. If you are looking for a recruiter with vast experience in the engineering space, I’d highly recommend Luke.
Luke RoseHad such a good experience with Digital Waffle. It’s so hard to find recruiters as nice and trusting as them - highly recommend!
Harry GriffithsWHY WE’RE DIFFERENT
What makes us unique.
We don’t wait for candidates to come to us. Our team of 20 skilled recruitment consultants builds relationships with top professionals year-round. This means we really get to know their abilities, goals, and career plans. When you have a job opening, we can quickly find the perfect candidate who matches your company’s culture and needs.
We’re not a large, impersonal corporation. Our smaller team allows us to give you the personalised attention you deserve. We take the time to understand your specific needs and find the best talent for your company. You won’t be just another client to us – you’ll get dedicated service from experienced professionals who care about making successful placements.
Intuch offers more than just traditional recruitment services. We use a subscription-based model that spreads the cost of hiring over 6 or 12 months, reducing upfront expenses. Plus, our guarantee means if a candidate leaves within a certain period, we’ll refill the role. This innovative approach ensures you have ongoing access to top talent with minimal risk and maximum return on investment.
BENEFITS
What you will get in return.
A team of recruitment specialists
We have a team of 20 tech and digital recruitment specialists here to help you fill your roles.
Performance marketing recruitment specialists
We have a dedicated team of performance marketing resourcers to ensure we find the best possible candidates.
Dedicated account manager
A dedicated account manager is on hand, to ensure a seamless hiring process.
Direct comms with hiring manager
We will come and visit your office on a monthly basis for regular progress updates - if required.
Specialist hiring consultancy
We assess your current recruitment strategies and provide expert guidance to optimise every step.
Ongoing pipeline of candidates
We will create a pipeline of candidates interested in your company and share them with you.
Third-party PSL agencies
We partner with niche agencies to help fill slightly more difficult roles.
Access to top-line tech stack
Access to Linkedin Recruiter, SourceBreaker, Workable, Idibu, HubSpot, Apollo, Lusha, Vidyard.
Monthly marketing support
Our Marketing Manager is on hand to promote your vacancies and EVP across our channels.
Access to all the job boards
Access to all job boards including Jobsite, CV Library, Indeed, Reed, Monster Jobs, CW Jobs and Total jobs.
OUR DISCIPLINES
Our recruitment expertise.
Looking to hire marketing talent beyond performance marketing? As well as our expertise in performance and paid media, we also specialise in marketing recruitment across all disciplines to help you build high-performing, results-driven teams.
KEY ROLES
Marketing roles we specialise in:
Paid Media Manager
Junior Strategist
Junior Strategist
Junior Strategist
FAQs
Performance marketing FAQs.
Hiring performance marketers who actually improve ROI isn’t easy. Whether you're scaling paid search, CRO or email marketing, finding people with the right mix of data skills, platform knowledge and commercial focus takes time. A specialist agency like ours speeds up the process and introduces talent who already know how to deliver results — so you don’t have to gamble on potential.
We work with both. Whether you're scaling an in-house performance marketing function or hiring on behalf of a fast-paced agency, we tailor our search to fit your structure, culture and campaign goals. From building growth teams to supporting high-volume agency hiring, we do it all.
We recruit across the full spectrum of performance roles, including:
- Performance Marketing Managers
- Paid Search Specialists (PPC)
- SEO Managers
- Content Marketing Managers
- Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) Specialists
- Email Marketing Specialists
- Marketing Analysts
- Affiliate Marketing Managers
We focus on people who combine platform fluency (Google Ads, Meta, Klaviyo) with commercial mindset and testing experience.
Our recruitment process typically takes just 10 days, notably quicker than the usual 30 days for internal recruitment, and this timeframe includes initial briefing, candidate search, selection, and final placement.
Looking to hire performance marketing professionals and need support? Not to worry, we’ve got you covered. Submit your vacancy and one of our specialist consultants will then be in touch with you shortly to discuss your specific requirements in a bit more detail.