German Speaking Google Ads Onboarding Account Manager

Ignite; l'Hospitalet de Llobregat; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight to Barcelona

1-month private studio accommodation

Relocation assistance

Private health insurance

World Trade Center Barcelona office

Job summary

Ignite in Barcelona is hiring a German-speaking Google Ads Account Strategist / Onboarding Account Manager to lead onboarding and ongoing PPC strategy for mid-market and tech clients. You will manage client relationships, design campaigns, and drive ROAS while coordinating with cross-functional teams in a vibrant oceanfront workspace.

The role requires native or proficient German and professional English, a hybrid work schedule (3 days on-site, 2 days remote), and a clear path to growth with

Qualifications

• Advanced fluency in German (C1-C2) and professional English.
• Proven capacity to manage client portfolios independently using digital platforms and CRM tools.
• Willingness to conduct outbound outreach to senior decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Onboard clients and design customized PPC campaigns aligned with client goals.
• Regularly engage with portfolio clients to build trust and optimize account value.
• Assess client goals and set up scalable campaign frameworks for fast ROAS.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions in CRM systems.

Skills

German language proficiency

English proficiency

CRM tools

Outreach communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

CRM software

PPC platforms

Job description

• Job Title: German-Speaking Google Ads Account Strategist / Onboarding Account Manager
• Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain (World Trade Center, scenic oceanfront setting)
• Work Style: Hybrid Schedule (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days Remote)
• Employment Type: Full-Time Position (39 Hours / Week) | Permanent
• Compensation: €26,000 gross annual base salary + €4,000 performance bonus (€30,000 OTE; advancement paths raise base pay to €30,000)
• Language Requirements: Native or Proficient German (C1-C2) & Professional English

Role Overview

Join a forward-thinking team in Barcelona managing a fast-expanding Google Ads project. Created for professionals with strong commercial advisory skills tailored to the German market, this position places you in the role of a trusted marketing consultant.

You will manage a dedicated portfolio of mid-market businesses and rapidly scaling tech firms within a vibrant workplace. Your core objective is to cultivate enduring partnerships, drive feature adoption, minimize client churn, and unlock expansion opportunities across your accounts while building an inspiring international career in a breathtaking waterfront facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding & PPC Strategy: Serve as the main point of contact for onboarding new accounts and designing customized, high-performing pay-per-click campaigns tailored to client objectives.
• Proactive Client Engagement: Conduct regular outbound calls across your portfolio to educate users, establish trust, develop strong rapport, and increase account lifetime value.
• Needs Assessment & Custom Setup: Analyze client goals to construct scalable, tailored campaign frameworks that deliver fast results and maximize return on ad spend (ROAS).
• CRM & Portfolio Management: Maintain precise, well-organized records of all client touchpoints, milestone updates, and communications within internal CRM systems.
• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Review essential advertising metrics to deliver actionable reporting and clear optimization recommendations to client leadership.
• Funnel & Content Integration: Support clients in aligning Google Ads with broader sales funnels, encompassing landing page optimization and audience segmentation tactics.
• Market Feedback Loop: Relay local market trends, competitive intelligence, and customer feedback gathered from Germany to influence internal product updates and service standards.

Candidate Profile & Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Language Skills: Advanced fluency in German (C1-C2 level) for seamless client interactions, combined with professional English proficiency for internal administration.
• Operational Capabilities: Proven capacity to handle client portfolios independently while navigating digital platforms and CRM tools with ease.
• Active Communication: Willingness to conduct outbound telephone outreach to connect with executive decision-makers and forge lasting commercial relationships.
• Tech Savviness: Proficiency in leveraging modern digital and AI tools to streamline data workflows and personalize client communications.
• Interpersonal & Business Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication, persuasive demeanor, emotional intelligence, strong commercial acumen, and a goal-oriented mindset.

Specialized Skills for the German Market

• Cultural & Market Insight: Thorough understanding of German corporate culture, business protocols, agency dynamics, and risk preferences.
• Strategic Positioning: Ability to recognize growing German companies and frame Google Ads as a primary driver for their business expansion.
• Regulatory Compliance: Working knowledge of European privacy legislation (GDPR) to guarantee all campaign strategies comply with legal standards.

Desirable Qualities

• High emotional intelligence, structured working style, analytical approach, organized habits, and poise under high-volume workloads.
• A proactive, growth-driven mindset focused on practical, solution-oriented problem solving.

Benefits & Compensation Package

Salary & Incentives

• Base & Bonus: €26,000 gross base salary per year + €4,000 performance incentive (€30,000 OTE cap).
• Advancement Incentive: Defined promotion pathways that elevate base pay to €30,000.

Relocation Package

• Flight Booking: Fully covered direct flight to Barcelona provided.
• Accommodation: One month of complimentary private studio apartment accommodation upon arrival.
• Administrative Support: Comprehensive relocation assistance covering administrative registration, tax setup, social security, and residency documentation in Spain.

Health & Workplace Perks

• Health Coverage: Private medical insurance coverage active from your very first day on the job.
• Office & Culture: A balanced, professional yet welcoming atmosphere, regular team events, and a modern oceanfront workplace at the World Trade Center Barcelona.
• Professional Growth: Structured training programs, official Google certifications, and personalized career mentoring.

Career Growth & Evolution

• Level 1: Account Manager (Year 1): Rapid promotion track to move into a senior classification within a year, increasing base salary to €30,000 plus performance bonuses.
• Level 2: Team Leader: Progress into a leadership role to mentor junior account managers, coordinate daily schedules, direct strategy, and achieve performance targets.
• Level 3: Quality Analyst: Transition into a strategic quality assurance position auditing campaign compliance, service quality, and operational procedures.