Paid Search Assessment Afternoon

Assembly Global; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Assembly is seeking ambitious individuals for Executive, Senior Executive and Manager roles within our Paid Search team. An interactive Assessment Afternoon on Thursday 17th September, 3-6 PM, will assess your problem-solving and commercial acumen in a fast-paced digital marketing setting.

Join a dynamic, growth-focused environment where curiosity, collaboration and analytical thinking drive measurable outcomes for global brands.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity and a desire to learn and grow in digital marketing.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Attend an interactive Assessment Afternoon with the team.
• Meet senior leaders and participate in short interviews.
• Complete a marketing challenge, individually or with others.
• Learn about Assembly, clients, and company culture.
• Demonstrate commercial thinking and problem-solving in a fast-paced agency environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Curiosity

Analytical thinking

Collaborative mindset

Digital marketing interest

Data and performance measurement

Job description

About Us

At Assembly, our mission is to find the change that fuels growth. We bring together media, data, technology and talent to help some of the world's most ambitious brands grow through innovative, digitally led solutions.

As Ad Age's first-ever Purpose-Led Agency of the Year and a certified B Corp, we're committed to delivering meaningful impact for our clients, our people and the communities around us. We believe that diverse perspectives, continuous learning and a culture of collaboration are essential to driving lasting success.

Today, Assembly is home to more than 1,500 experts across 25 offices worldwide. As we continue our next phase of growth, we're looking for curious, ambitious people who are excited by innovation, embrace new challenges and want to be part of a high-performing team shaping the future of performance marketing.

Everything we do is guided by our core values:

• Show Up: Contribute to personal and collective growth.
• Make Change: Turn challenges into opportunities and drive positive impact.
• Win Well: Succeed with integrity, collaboration and accountability.

Join us and become part of a global team that's redefining what's possible through media, technology and performance marketing.

Overview

The Role

We are defining a new standard for search marketing. Through innovative operating models, proprietary technology, and exceptional talent, our Paid Search team helps clients unlock growth through data-driven strategy, automation, audience insights, and AI-powered optimisation.

Our specialists work across Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, Performance Max, YouTube and emerging search technologies, partnering with leading global brands to deliver measurable business outcomes. Combining technical expertise with strategic thinking, we help clients navigate an increasingly complex search landscape while staying at the forefront of industry innovation.

As Assembly continues to grow, we're building a diverse team of future-focused search marketers who challenge the status quo, embrace new technologies, and strive for continuous excellence.

The Role

We're hiring for Executive, Senior Executive and Manager opportunities across our Paid Search team. This assessment afternoon will be taking place between 3-6PM on Thursday 17th September.

We're looking for ambitious, curious and commercially minded individuals who are excited about building or continuing a career in search marketing. Whether you're a recent graduate, have some marketing experience, or are looking for a career change, this is an opportunity to join one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving areas of digital marketing.

Rather than a traditional interview process, you'll take part in an interactive Assessment Afternoon, where you'll meet our team, tackle real-world challenges, and showcase your skills and potential. We're looking for people who are analytical, collaborative, eager to learn, and passionate about solving problems.

Previous Paid Search experience is advantageous, but not essential. We're equally interested in individuals who can demonstrate strong problem-solving ability, analytical thinking, curiosity, and a genuine interest in digital marketing. If you're someone who embraces challenges, thinks independently, and enjoys learning in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Curiosity and a desire to learn
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• A collaborative mindset
• Interest in digital marketing, media, advertising, or technology
• An interest in data, performance measurement, and optimisation

What to Expect

During the afternoon, you'll:

• Meet senior leaders
• Take part in short interviews with our Paid Media teams
• Complete an individual and/or collaborative marketing challenge
• Learn more about Assembly, our clients, and our culture
• Network with industry professionals and fellow digital specialists
• Receive fast-tracked feedback following the event

This is an opportunity to demonstrate not only your technical knowledge, but also your commercial thinking, communication skills, and approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced agency environment.

Why Attend?

• Fast-track your application process
• Meet multiple hiring managers in one afternoon
• Explore opportunities across Paid Search and Paid Social
• Showcase your strengths through practical exercises and interviews
• Gain insight into life at Assembly
• Potentially secure your next role in a single afternoon