German Speaking Google Ads Onboarding Account Manager

Ignite; Terrassa; Hybrid; EUR 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Private medical coverage

Career development and training

Beachfront Barcelona office

Job summary

Ignite in Barcelona seeks a German-speaking Google Ads Account Strategist to manage a mid-market portfolio and drive growth across Germany-focused campaigns. You will onboard new enterprise clients, tailor PPC strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize ROAS while expanding client value.

The role requires fluent German and strong English, CRM proficiency, and a proactive, communication-driven approach in a hybrid work setting at World Trade Center Barcelona.

Qualifications

• Fluent German (C1–C2) and professional English for internal operations.
• Proven ability to manage business client accounts autonomously using CRM tools.
• Strong outbound communication to connect with executive stakeholders.
• Proficiency with CRM software to maintain accurate client histories.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and PPC strategy for enterprise clients.
• Maintain outbound client contact to build trust and expand account value.
• Assess objectives and implement scalable campaign configurations to improve ROAS.
• Manage CRM data with precision across the portfolio.
• Analyze ad metrics and deliver actionable reporting to decision-makers.
• Align Google Ads with broader marketing funnels and landing pages.
• Provide regional market trends and feedback to product teams.

Skills

German language

English language

CRM experience

Client-facing communication

AI tools proficiency

Emotional intelligence

Tools

CRM software

Google Ads platform

AI tools

Job description

• Salary: €26,000 Gross Base Salary + €4,000 Performance Bonus (Up to €30,000 OTE, with clear promotion pathways leading to a €30,000 base pay rate)
• Job Title: German-Speaking Google Ads Account Strategist
• Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain (World Trade Center, oceanfront location)
• Work Model: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days Remote)
• Contract Type: Full-Time (39 Hours / Week)
• Languages Required: Fluent German (C1–C2) & Professional English

Role Overview

Become part of an ambitious unit in Barcelona driving a major digital advertising program for Google Ads. Aimed at candidates adept at handling commercial accounts within the German region, this position establishes you as a trusted marketing consultant. You will oversee an assigned portfolio of scaling mid-market enterprises and future technology leaders in a dynamic industry sector. Your main objective is to establish robust working relationships, drive platform feature adoption, limit customer churn, and identify new revenue expansion avenues across your client base while enjoying an exceptional international career on the Mediterranean coast.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding & PPC Strategy: Act as the lead consultant for launching new enterprise clients and building high-yield, customized pay-per-click campaign frameworks aligned with their commercial targets.
• Proactive Client Engagement: Maintain consistent outbound telephone contact across your account assignments to instruct users, build deep trust, foster long-term loyalty, and expand account value.
• Needs Assessment & Custom Setup: Evaluate client objectives to implement custom, scalable campaign configurations that produce fast, tangible results and maximize return on ad spend (ROAS).
• CRM & Portfolio Management: Maintain accurate, organized history records of every customer touchpoint, milestone, and strategic portfolio within internal CRM software with absolute precision.
• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Analyze key ad metrics and deliver actionable evaluation reports, data insights, and optimization advice to key account decision-makers.
• Funnel & Content Integration: Support clients in aligning Google Ads with broader digital marketing funnels, including landing page conversion optimization and target audience experimentation.
• Market Feedback Loop: Deliver regional market trends, competitive intelligence, and customer feedback originating from Germany to help shape internal products, features, and tools.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Languages: Fluent German (C1–C2 level) for seamless client communications, in addition to strong professional English communication capabilities for internal operations.
• Operational Capabilities: Proven ability to manage business client accounts autonomously while utilizing CRM applications and digital tools smoothly.
• Active Communication: Eager and confident in carrying out phone-based client outreach to connect with executive stakeholders and build professional rapport.
• Tech Savviness: Proficiency in leveraging modern AI tools and digital platforms to automate data processing, streamline reporting, and personalize account interactions.
• Interpersonal & Business Skills: Outstanding written and spoken communication, persuasive capability, commercial acumen, emotional intelligence, and a target-focused attitude.

Specialized Skills for the German Market

• Cultural & Market Insight: Deep understanding of German business culture, corporate decision-making structures, agency dynamics, and risk considerations.
• Strategic Positioning: Skill to spot expanding German companies and position Google Ads as a primary engine of their business growth and market capture.
• Regulatory Compliance: Practical knowledge of European privacy standards (GDPR) to ensure all campaign recommendations respect user data privacy completely.

Desirable Qualities

• High emotional intelligence (EQ), structured execution skills, an analytical mind, methodical work habits, and composure under high-volume pressure.
• A proactive, growth-oriented mindset focused on practical, outcome-driven problem-solving.

Benefits & Compensation Package

• Salary: €26,000 gross annual base salary + €4,000 performance incentive (€30,000 maximum OTE limit), with clear promotion pathways leading to a €30,000 base pay rate.
• Relocation Package:
  • Paid airfare ticket to Barcelona.
  • 1 full month of private studio apartment accommodation upon arrival.
  • Complete moving assistance for tax, social security, legal residency registration, and administrative setup in Spain.
• Health & Wellness: Private medical and healthcare coverage included from day one of employment.
• Professional Growth: Regular training programs, official Google accreditations, and personalized one-on-one career guidance.
• Workplace Culture: Casual yet professional work environment, engaging team challenges, and a modern beachfront workspace situated at the World Trade Center Barcelona.

Career Growth & Evolution

• Level 1: Account Manager (Year 1): Clear promotion path to move into a senior tier in under a year, elevating base pay to €30,000 plus enhanced performance bonuses.
• Level 2: Team Leader: Advance into team leadership to guide new account managers, manage daily schedules, coordinate strategies, and drive performance targets.
• Level 3: Quality Analyst: Move into a strategic auditing role evaluating campaign compliance, performance quality, and operational workflows.