Online Campaign Manager

Forward Role Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

Hybrid working model

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced parental leave policies

Investment in professional development

Regular team social events

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A dynamic eCommerce brand based in Manchester is seeking a Senior Paid Media Manager to lead their paid advertising strategy across multiple channels. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset to drive profitable outcomes. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary of up to £60k plus performance bonuses, along with generous holiday allowances and professional development opportunities. Join a fast-growing team that values innovation and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Manage paid digital campaigns across various platforms.
• Plan and optimise paid campaigns for Google, Microsoft, and Meta.
• Analyse campaign data for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to align advertising with business objectives.
• Produce insightful reports for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Self-motivated and proactive

Excellent communication skills

Well-organised with exceptional attention to detail

Job description

Senior Paid Media Manager

Manchester City Centre (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Up to £60k + Performance Bonus

About the Opportunity

A well loved, fast-growing eCommerce brand is looking for an ambitious Paid Media Manager to take ownership of paid advertising strategy across multiple channels and platforms.Lovely opportunity for a commercially‑minded Paid Media marketer who thrives on driving measurable results and wants to make a real impact in a dynamic, growth‑focused environment.

The Role

You'll be responsible for the end‑to‑end management of paid digital campaigns, optimising performance across search, social, and emerging platforms. This role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, identifying opportunitiesOSC to scale profitable activity while maintaining excellent campaign performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and optimising paid campaigns across major digital advertising platforms (Google, Microsoft, Meta & TikTok with a view to explore, test & learn other channels)
• Developing channel‑specific strategies while maintaining a cohesive approach to customer acquisition
• Managing budgets effectively and forecasting performance to support business growth
• Analysing campaign data to drive continuous improvement in key metrics
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to align advertising with wider business objectives
• Producing clear, insightful reports for senior stakeholders
• Testing new approaches to audiences, creative, and campaign structures

What They’re Looking For

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Commercial acumen and a focus on profitability, not just vanity metrics
• Self‑motivated and proactive – you'll take ownership and drive initiatives forward
• Excellent communication skills – able to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Well‑organised with exceptional attention to detail

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus
• Hybrid working model (3 days office, 2 days remote)
• Generous holiday allowance with enhancement over time
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Investment in your professional development
• Regular team social events and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values its people, encourages innovation, and provides genuine career progression opportunities.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Marketing
• Industries: Retail