Paid Performance Manager

Havas Media Group Spain SAU; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the media sector is seeking a Paid Performance Manager to join their PPC team in Leeds. The role involves managing PPC campaigns, client interactions, and leading a team of executives. Ideal candidates will have agency experience in performance media and strong communication skills. This permanent position offers the opportunity to innovate and drive results in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years agency experience in performance media.
• Experience managing scaled budgets in B2B.
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage PPC campaigns to meet client objectives.
• Drive best practices and innovation in campaigns.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Storytelling

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

SA360

Analytics

Excel

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 24, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id JR0082824

Agency : Search Laboratory

Job Title : Paid Performance Manager

Reporting To: Paid Performance Director

Office Location: Havas Village Leeds, BlockHaus West Park, LS16 6QG

ABOUT HAVAS MARKET:

We are Havas Market, part of the Havas Media Network (HMN) – a network spanning almost 1,000 people across London, Leeds, Manchester, and Edinburgh.

Our vision is to deliver limitless performance for our clients by breaking down media barriers to build cohesive multi-channel experiences combining tech and human flair. Our core services include paid media (PPC, paid social, international), owned (SEO, CRO, content, creative, localisation), and earned (digital PR, social).

We serve clients directly and support other agency brands within HMN, including Havas Media, Arena Media, and Ledger Bennett.

VALUES:

• Human at Heart: Respect, empower, and support others, fostering an inclusive workplace.
• Head for Rigour: Deliver high-quality, outcome-focused work and strive for improvement.
• Mind for Flair: Embrace diversity and bold thinking to innovate and craft solutions.

THE ROLE:

Based in Leeds within the PPC team, this role focuses on the B2B vertical. You will be part of a scaled performance community within Havas Market and work closely with Ledger Bennett, our global B2B marketing agency.

You will manage 1-2 executives, overseeing campaign implementation, analysis, optimisation, and evaluation across paid search formats like Performance Max, Demand Gen, and possibly app activity. You will influence strategy and lead on innovative solutions.

This role involves client-facing responsibilities, including attending meetings, leading presentations, and maintaining strong relationships. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and manage PPC campaigns to meet client objectives.
• Drive best practices, innovation, and automation in campaigns.
• Develop understanding of B2B audience and consumer journey.
• Plan holistic paid performance strategies.
• Attend team meetings, report updates, and represent the PPC team.
• Adhere to SLAs and deadlines.
• Optimize campaigns using bid management tools like SA360.
• Innovate with media firsts and beta features.
• Manage budgets and finance administration.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Lead client presentations and reporting.
• Contribute to team initiatives and development plans.
• Create detailed media plans and rationale documents.
• Manage development plans for direct reports and develop their skills.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years agency experience in performance media.
• Experience managing scaled budgets in B2B, ideally cross-market.
• Client-facing experience and relationship building.
• Management experience preferred but not essential.
• Strong storytelling, presentation, and communication skills.
• Extensive experience with Google/Microsoft Ads, Analytics, SA360.
• Knowledge of competitor tools.
• Organized, self-starter with attention to detail.
• Project management skills and ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Strong numeracy and Excel skills.

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Contract Type : Permanent

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applicants regardless of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, or other factors unrelated to job performance.