Paid Media Executive

The Candidate Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing marketing agency in Manchester is seeking a Paid Media Executive to drive paid search and social campaigns. This hybrid role is perfect for those with around 2 years of experience in paid media and strong communication skills. Join a supportive team, work on exciting clients, and enjoy flexible working hours in a city-centre office.

Benefits

Hybrid / remote working

Flexi hours including an early Friday finish

Mental health and wellbeing support

Regular team social events

Training and development programme

Qualifications

• Around 2 years of experience in paid media.
• Experience in paid search and paid social.
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Shape campaigns and optimise performance.
• Turn client briefs into effective campaigns.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Paid media experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Curiosity and ambition in digital marketing

Job description

A growing marketing agency in Manchester is looking for a Paid Media Executive to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with a couple of years’ hands‑on experience running paid campaigns.

The role covers paid search and paid social across Google, Microsoft, Meta, and TikTok. You’ll be responsible for shaping campaigns, optimising performance, and bringing fresh ideas to the table. We’re looking for someone who’s organised, analytical, and confident turning client briefs into campaigns that deliver. Strong communication skills are a must, along with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work from home while still enjoying the energy of a city‑centre office. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your skills, work on a mix of exciting clients, and be part of a supportive team, this could be the move for you.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Around 2 years working in paid media
• Experience across both paid search and paid social
• Agency Experience (Desired)
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken)
• Curiosity, ambition, and a drive to keep learning in digital marketing

Benefits:

• Hybrid / remote working
• Manchester City Centre Office
• Flexi hours including an early Friday finish!
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Regular team social events and activities
• Annual leave including Christmas and birthdays off
• Training and development programme

Please note due to high volumes of applications unfortunately we are not always able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants. However we wish everyone who applies the very best with their job search.