Paid Media Account Manager

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent agency in the Paid Media space as you manage impactful Paid Search and Paid Social campaigns. This role offers the chance to work closely with bold brands while developing your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll take charge of client communications, guide campaign strategies, and mentor junior team members, all while making a tangible difference in the agency's performance.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience managing Paid Search and Paid Social campaigns.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.
• Proven ability to analyse performance data for campaign improvements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and optimise Paid Search and Paid Social campaigns.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing strategic guidance.
• Manage and mentor Account Executives, ensuring workload distribution.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Leadership

Job description

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This is your chance to join one of London’s most exciting independent agencies making waves in the Paid Media space.

Since launching in 2018, they’ve built a reputation for smart, high-impact campaigns across Meta, Google, TikTok, YouTube, Programmatic and Amazon, delivering results that punch well above their weight.

With a boutique team based in buzzing Fleet Street and clients spanning Ecommerce, Retail, FMCG and Travel, you’ll get direct access to bold brands and strategic decision-makers.

The vibe is ambitious, collaborative and fast-moving, perfect for someone who’s hungry to grow and not afraid to challenge the norm.

Expect a role that’s equal parts strategy, creativity and impact, where your voice is heard and your work actually matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute and optimise Paid Search and Paid Social campaigns aligned with client briefs and performance goals.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing strategic guidance and maintaining strong communication across calls, email and meetings.
• Lead campaign reviews and performance reporting, offering insights that support client objectives and KPIs.
• Manage and mentor Account Executives, ensuring workload distribution and supporting professional development.
• Regularly review and refine advertising accounts to ensure best practice implementation and continual performance improvements.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience managing Paid Search (including Search & PMAX) and Paid Social campaigns.
• Strong client-facing communication skills, with a confident and professional approach to relationship management.
• Proven ability to analyse performance data, identify insights and implement campaign improvements.
• Demonstrated experience in team support or management, including mentoring or upskilling junior team members.
• Familiarity with performance KPIs such as CPA and ROAS, particularly within sales/conversion-driven campaigns.