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Manager, Paid Search

Journey Further
17 hours ago
Full-time
Hybrid (Manchester, England, United Kingdom)
United Kingdom
£34,000 - £45,000 GBP yearly
Paid Media

What you will do:

  • Explain how Paid Search performance and business data work together to deliver commercial results for clients
  • Use data analysis to uncover trends, diagnose issues and drive measurable performance improvements
  • Day-to-day optimisation of Paid Search campaigns across Google Ads and related platforms
  • Build, analyse and interpret large datasets to extract insight and opportunities
  • Produce clear, compelling performance reports for clients
  • Conduct full-funnel account audits to identify growth and efficiency opportunities
  • Develop testing roadmaps and optimise toward client goals
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align PPC strategy with broader digital activity
  • Support the rollout of automation, scripts and data-driven workflows
  • Participate in new business pitches and create supporting materials
  • Maintain a strong understanding of platform changes, industry trends and best practices
  • Provide proactive client communication, sharing insights and recommendations regularly
  • Document processes and contribute to improving ways of working
  • Mentor junior team members where appropriate
  • Deep understanding of Google Ads and strong proficiency in Excel/Sheets
  • Ability to interpret complex datasets and translate them into actionable insight
  • Strong communication skills and confidence explaining performance to clients
  • High ambition, curiosity and a desire to go above and beyond
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
  • Comfortable managing multiple campaigns and priorities simultaneously

Locations:

Leeds: £34,000 - £40,000

Manchester: £37,000 - £42,000

London: £40,000 - £45,000

Pension - Matched up to 4%

Health - Private medical insurance

Family - Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay

Flexibility - 25 days annual leave, Christmas shutdown and home working allowance