Paid Social Account Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent digital marketing agency is looking for an experienced Account Manager to drive and optimize their paid media campaigns. This role involves managing substantial budgets and ensuring client satisfaction through data-driven insights and proactive campaign management. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in social media advertising and strong analytical skills, thriving in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (2:1 or equivalent) from an accredited university.
• Good understanding of managing and optimizing campaigns.
• Analytical experience and advanced understanding of Excel or Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution and optimization of paid media campaigns focusing on social advertising.
• Manage monthly budgets exceeding £100k and provide insightful reporting on campaign performance.
• Act as the main client liaison, ensuring objectives are achieved.

Skills

Data analytics

Client service

Campaign management

Analytical experience

Knowledge of social media platforms

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (2:1 or equivalent)

Tools

Meta Ads

Linked Ads

GA4

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

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Job title I Account Manager (Social focus)

Seniority I Mid

Country I United Kingdom

Education Level I Degree - 2:1

Salary I Market Related

Reporting To | Senior Account Director

Team I Paid Media

Location I United Kingdom - Hybrid (IMPORTANT: LinkedIn workplace type states remote however there will be ad-hoc occasions you are expected to be in the London office)

Job Type I Full time

About us

The Media Image is an independent, global and agile full-funnel digital marketing agency. We are award-winning and proven across many markets and serve a broad spectrum of clients across the e-commerce, financial, iGaming, skincare, beauty and online grocery sectors in the US, UK and EMEA regions. We work by the values of Unity, Proactive Partnerships, Inclusive Collaboration, Data-Driven Excellence and Supporting Authenticity. We consider ourselves a market disruptor, providing best-in-class results with a unique approach.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Account Manager to oversee the execution, optimization and performance of paid media campaigns for a group of clients across various verticals, focusing primarily on paid social advertising. You will manage monthly budgets exceeding £100k pcm and manage campaigns, uncovering strategic insights, and exploring new opportunities to drive growth. As the main client liaison, you’ll provide insightful reporting on campaign performance, ensuring objectives are consistently achieved. You’ll need a proactive mindset, a strong grasp of data analytics, and a deep understanding of social media platforms and trends. Paid Search experience is not necessary but would be preferred.

Role Requirements

• 2:1 Bachelor’s Degree or location equivalent from an internationally-recognised university
• Good understanding of managing and optimising campaigns
• Passion for client service and commitment to high-quality results
• In-depth knowledge of Meta Ads, Linked Ads and GA4.
• Additional Social Platform & Google/Microsoft Ads knowledge as a bonus.
• Analytical experience and an advanced understanding of Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience in analysing data and providing evidence-based recommendations
• Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience working on lead generation accounts as a bonus

About you

• Thrive in a dynamic, remote environment.
• High competency in the Microsoft Office suite or Google Workspace equivalents.
• Take initiative.
• Problem solving attitude.
• Willingness to learn.
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal.