German Speaking Google Ads Onboarding Account Manager

Ignite; Terrassa; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package to Barcelona

Private medical coverage

Career growth & Google accreditations

Job summary

Ignite in Barcelona seeks a German-speaking Google Ads Account Strategist to manage mid-market client portfolios, drive platform adoption, and reduce churn. You will optimize campaigns, align with broader marketing funnels, and deliver data-driven insights.

The role demands German (C1-C2) and strong English communication, with a hybrid work model in a beachfront World Trade Center setting. Base pay is €26,000 gross annually with a €4,000 performance bonus, targeting an OTE of up to €30,000.

Qualifications

• German (C1-C2) and English fluency required.
• Ability to autonomously manage business client accounts.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new enterprise clients and build PPC frameworks aligned with targets.
• Maintain outbound calls to clients to build trust and expand account value.
• Assess objectives to implement scalable, result-driven campaigns and maximize ROAS.
• Maintain precise CRM records of all client interactions.

Skills

German language proficiency

English language proficiency

CRM proficiency

Phone outreach

Analytical mindset

Tools

CRM software

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 operational unit in Barcelona driving a major digital advertising program centered on 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—all 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: Native-level command or C1-C2 fluency in German (spoken and written) 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), featuring clear promotion pathways leading to a €30,000 base pay rate.

Relocation Package

• Pre-paid airfare ticket to Barcelona.
• 1 full month of private studio apartment accommodation provided 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.