Paid Social & Display Specialist

B&Q Limited; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

PMI

ShareSave

6.6 weeks holiday

Hybrid Working

Job summary

We’re hiring a Paid Social & Display Specialist at B&Q in Southampton Store Support Office. The role is permanent, part-time (Job Share) with Monday & Friday—2 working days, total 15 hours, offering hybrid working. Up to 38,950 pro rata plus pension, PMI, ShareSave, and 6.6 weeks holiday.

You’ll support setup, optimization, reporting across paid social and display campaigns. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in digital marketing, familiarity with Meta/Pinterest ads, strong data skills, and a

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in digital marketing with exposure to paid social or display advertising.
• Basic understanding of platforms such as Meta Ads Manager, Pinterest Ads, or display tools.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Comfortable working with data and using Excel or other reporting tools.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
• Interest in retail, ecommerce, and the evolving retail media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Support the setup, optimisation, and reporting of paid social and display campaigns
• Assist in managing campaign activity across platforms including Meta, Pinterest, and DSPs
• Monitor campaign performance and highlight issues or opportunities for improvement
• Help prepare post-campaign reports and performance summaries for internal teams and suppliers
• Coordinate with creative and commercial teams to ensure timely delivery of assets
• Assist with compiling briefs for new creative assets and contribute ideas based on campaign performance
• Respond to internal and supplier briefs, supporting the development of campaign proposals and media plans
• Keep track of key trends in digital and retail media to help inform testing and innovation
• Support with supplier campaign tracking, budget monitoring, and administrative tasks

Skills

Paid social

Display ads

Digital marketing

Excel reporting

Data analysis

Detail oriented

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Meta Ads Manager

Pinterest Ads

Display tools

Job description

Overview

PermanentPart Time ( Job Share)Monday & Friday - 2 working days, Total 15 Hours

Up to £ 38,950 Pro Rata + Pension + PMI +ShareSave+ 6.6 weeks holiday+ Hybrid Working

Southampton, Store Support Office

We believe anyone can improve their home to make life better. From our Southampton Store Support office (SSO) we equip our stores, our people, and our whole business with everything it takes to help our millions of customers create a home they'll love. Join us as a Paid Social & Display Specialist and you'll be a big part of this.

What's the job?

• Support the setup, optimisation, and reporting of paid social and display campaigns
• Assist in managing campaign activity across platforms including Meta, Pinterest, and DSPs
• Monitor campaign performance and highlight any issues or opportunities for improvement
• Help prepare post-campaign reports and performance summaries for internal teams and suppliers
• Coordinate with creative and commercial teams to ensure timely delivery of assets
• Assist with compiling briefs for new creative assets and contribute ideas based on campaign performance
• Respond to internal and supplier briefs, supporting the development of campaign proposals and media plans
• Keep track of key trends in digital and retail media to help inform testing and innovation
• Support with supplier campaign tracking, budget monitoring, and administrative tasks

What we need:

• 1–2 years’ experience in digital marketing, ideally with exposure to paid social or display advertising
• Basic understanding of digital platforms such as Meta Ads Manager, Pinterest Ads, or display tools
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Comfortable working with data and using Excel or other reporting tools
• Eager to learn, proactive, and enthusiastic about digital media and advertising
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Interest in retail, ecommerce, and the evolving retail media landscape

What's in it for me?

What's In It For You?

At B&Q, we're building more than great homes – we're building great careers.

When you join us, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive business where your ideas matter, your development is invested in, and your wellbeing is genuinely important.

Here's what you can expect:

Flexible & Hybrid Working - Work in a way that helps you perform at your best, balancing business needs with personal commitments.

Career Growth & Development - Access learning, development and career opportunities across one of the UK's leading retail organisations.

Competitive Reward Package - A competitive salary, pension and a range of financial benefits.

Colleague Discounts - Enjoy discounts across B&Q and the wider Kingfisher Group.

Health & Wellbeing Support - Access wellbeing resources, health support and employee assistance programmes designed to help you thrive.

Time Away From Work - Generous holiday entitlement and family-friendly policies that support life both inside and outside work.

A Place Where You Belong - We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves.

Make a Difference - The work you do will have a direct impact on our customers, colleagues and business.

Eligibility To Work

Please note that B&Q does not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment.

Accessibility & Disability Confident

At B&Q, we're committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone.

If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments to help you complete your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please contact us at [e-mail]. If you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we'll consider your application in line with our Disability Confident commitments.