Paid Media Manager

11 Month FTC Paid Media Manager
North Manchester – Office Based
Highly Competitive Package

Are you ready to take your Paid Media career to the next level? A leading global eCommerce retailer, is on the lookout for a dynamic Paid Media Manager to join our in-house, industry-leading Paid Media division. This is an 11 month FTC opportunity that could be the career-defining role you've been waiting for!

• Work in a cutting-edge office space, surrounded by top digital marketing talent.

• Manage substantial annual budgets across major platforms like Google, Microsoft, YouTube, Meta, and TikTok.

• Upskill and develop with hands-on mentorship from industry leaders.

• Be part of a thriving, fast-paced environment where innovation and excellence drive success.

About the Paid Media Manager role

As Paid Media Manager, you'll report into a talented and supportive Head of Paid Media, managing the end-to-end performance of campaigns with the support of a highly skilled team. Whether you're an ambitious Senior Paid Search/Paid Social Executive looking for your first managerial step, or an experienced Paid Media Manager keen to lead a team while staying hands-on with best-in-class activations—this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise!

What You'll Be Doing as the Paid Media Manager:

• Lead and manage a team of two Paid Media Specialists, fostering growth and excellence.

• Drive best-in-class campaign planning and activation across all major paid media channels.

• Oversee daily performance monitoring and budget phasing, ensuring optimisations align with agreed KPIs.

• Provide detailed performance reports with valuable insights and strategic recommendations.

• Collaborate with key digital partners (Google, Meta, YouTube, TikTok) to maximise performance growth.

• Identify cross-channel integration opportunities to enhance overall digital strategy.

• Leverage data and analytics to drive proactive performance improvements and spot new opportunities.

What We're Looking For in Paid Search / Paid Media Candidates:

• 4+ years' experience in Paid Media – expertise in either Paid Social or Paid Search (both highly desirable).

• eCommerce experience is essential.

• Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset.

• Highly proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Office365, and Google Docs.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A passion for digital marketing and staying ahead of industry trends.

What's in it for You?

• Highly competitive salary package.

• Work alongside industry-leading professionals in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

• Hands-on training and development to boost your career.

• A chance to make a real impact on the global paid media strategy.

This is your chance to step up, lead, and make your mark in the world of Paid Media! If you're ready to take on the challenge, we want to hear from you.

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