PPC Executive

Future; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped leave

Enhanced parental leave

Dental care

Private medical care

Bonus when targets are hit

Refer a friend scheme

Well-being support

Share Incentive Plan

Pension scheme (5% match)

Free drinks and snacks

Job summary

Future PLC in Cardiff is seeking a PPC Executive to support the Marketing Team by building, running, and optimising paid search campaigns. You will work closely with the Senior PPC Executive and report to the Senior PPC Manager, handling campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.

With 1-2 years of hands-on experience, you will manage keyword and ad copy, adjust bids and report ROI. This hybrid role offers growth towards a Senior PPC Executive position and exposure to large UK/US accounts.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' hands-on paid search experience.
• Knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Ads; Google Ads Editor and SA360 a plus.
• Solid understanding of PPC metrics and how they relate to ROI.
• Understanding of automated bidding strategies.
• Interest in AI tools for campaign optimization and marketing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build, run and optimise PPC campaigns day-to-day.
• Manage campaign builds, keyword and ad copy.
• Adjust bids and report performance with clear ROI focus.
• Work with UK and US accounts in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.
• Path towards a Senior PPC Executive role.

Skills

Paid search

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Excel/Sheets

Analytics

AI tools

Bid strategies

Communication

Tools

Google Ads Editor

SA360

Job description

Who We Are

We create trusted, expert content that helps millions of people discover more about the things they love, need and care about. From technology, gaming and entertainment to fashion, lifestyle, sport, finance and beyond, our specialist brands connect people with their passions every day.

Who We Are

We create trusted, expert content that helps millions of people discover more about the things they love, need and care about. From technology, gaming and entertainment to fashion, lifestyle, sport, finance and beyond, our specialist brands connect people with their passions every day.

Across websites, magazines, newsletters, social channels and events, we bring expert content to audiences around the world. We combine our deep specialist knowledge with innovative technology and data to create engaging experiences, build valuable communities and help people make better-informed decisions.

Behind it all are our people - passionate experts, creators, innovators and problem-solvers who are shaping the future of media.

The Team You'll Join

Ecomm Rewards is a division of Future PLC, a global multi-platform media company known for market-leading brands across technology, gaming & entertainment, music, creative & photography, field sports, knowledge, and home interest sectors. Ecomm Rewards finds and publishes the best money-saving deals, voucher codes, and discounts for audiences in the UK and US. Creating value for our audience is central to our mission.

What You'll Do

The PPC Executive will support the Marketing Team by building, running, and optimising PPC campaigns day-to-day. Working closely with the Senior PPC Executive and reporting to the Senior PPC Manager, you'll handle campaign builds, keyword and ad copy management, bid adjustments, and performance reporting. Your work will help make sure campaigns hit their targets and deliver measurable ROI.

This role suits someone with some hands-on paid search experience, ideally in Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, who wants to sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll get structured support, exposure to large-scale UK and US accounts, and a clear path towards a Senior PPC Executive role.

What You'll Bring

• 1-2 years' hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns, whether in-house or at an agency
• Working knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Ads; experience with Google Ads Editor and/or SA360 is a plus
• A solid understanding of core PPC metrics and how they tie to ROI and profitability
• Basic understanding of automated bidding strategies
• An interest in AI tools, with the ability to explore how they can support campaign optimisation, data analysis, and marketing efficiency
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas)
• An analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to share findings with the team
• A proactive, curious approach and a willingness to learn
• Google Ads certification is desirable. Experience in affiliate, e-commerce, or deals/voucher environments is a bonus
• Exposure to paid social advertising platforms, such as Meta Ads, would be an advantage

Minimum Requirements

• 1-2 years' experience managing paid search campaigns, in-house or agency-side
• Working knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads and core PPC metrics
• Understanding of automated bidding strategies and campaign performance optimisation
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and an analytical, detail-oriented approach
• Clear communication skills, with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Interest in AI tools and their application to campaign optimisation and marketing efficiency

What We Offer

• Uncapped leave
• Enhanced parental leave
• Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend scheme - with payment following the successful hire
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
• Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match
• Free drinks and snacks in our offices

The expected range for this role is £25,500 - £26,000

This is a hybrid role, working three days per week from our Cardiff office

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Inclusion and Diversity at Future

At Future, we're working to attract, retain and foster diverse talent, educating our colleagues in the importance of diversity, and review our internal processes so that they remain as free from bias as possible. We recognise that, in order to reach diverse communities through our content, we must first ensure ours is a culture in which diversity can thrive.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

If you need any reasonable adjustments, please let us know, and we'll be happy to support you.