Hybrid Paid Search Lead - Data-Driven Growth

Journey Further; Greater London, Leeds, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Journey Further is a UK-based digital media agency seeking a data-driven Paid Search specialist to unlock the full value of modern PPC for clients. You will translate performance data into growth strategies, optimise campaigns across Google Ads, and build insightful reports to strengthen client relationships.

You will work in a hybrid setup with two in-office days per week, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results and stay ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Google Ads.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Explain how Paid Search performance and business data work together to drive commercial results for clients.
• Use data analysis to uncover trends, diagnose issues and drive 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

Skills

Google Ads

Excel/Sheets

Job description

Journey Further is a UK-based digital media agency seeking a data-driven Paid Search specialist to unlock the full value of modern PPC for clients. You will translate performance data into growth strategies, optimise campaigns across Google Ads, and build insightful reports to strengthen client relationships.

You will work in a hybrid setup with two in-office days per week, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results and stay ahead of industry trends.