Senior Search Executive

Fundamental Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency is hiring a Senior Search Executive to spearhead innovative Paid Search campaigns for major financial brands. You'll lead campaign strategies, optimize performance, and nurture relationships with clients in a dynamic, collaborative environment, while benefiting from excellent bonuses, flexible working, and potential international opportunities.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Life cover

Cycle scheme

Season ticket loans

25 days’ annual leave pro rata

Paid leave for charity work

Study loans

Free snacks in the office

Prestigious vacation awards for top performers

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience managing Paid Search campaigns (agency side ideal).
• Proficient in Google Ads; Microsoft Ads, SA360, and Google Ads Editor are plus.
• Experience in audience segmentation and targeting.

Responsibilities

• Run end-to-end Paid Search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.
• Present clear, insightful reports and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Monitor budget and maximize ROI on campaigns.

Skills

Audience targeting

Campaign optimisation

Data analysis

Client communication

Keyword research

Ad copywriting

Education

Google Ads certifications

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Excel

GA4

Data Studio

Job description

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Ready to level up your search career in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment?

Join Fundamental Media, a specialist media agency-turned-global marketing tech group, as we expand our Paid Search team. We're on the hunt for a Senior Search Executive to lead performance-driven Paid Search campaigns for some of the world’s top asset management and financial brands.

This is a client-facing role where strategic thinking meets hands-on execution. You’ll be the go-to expert for audience targeting, campaign optimisation, and translating data into action - all while building strong relationships with marketing teams across Europe, North America, and APAC.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact with a supportive, collaborative team behind you.

About Us

We started with a clear mission: to bring smarter, more specialised media solutions to the Asset Management and Higher Education sectors. Two decades later, we’ve grown into a global marketing technology group -170+ strong, with teams in London, Boston, Hong Kong, and Sydney.

Innovation is in our DNA. From cutting-edge performance marketing tech to in-house programmatic solutions and a sharp research team, we don’t just follow trends -we help our clients stay ahead of them. But what truly sets us apart? Our people. Smart, curious, driven experts who live and breathe their craft. Together, we’re not just building campaigns - we’re building what’s next.

Why Join Us?

• Excellent benefits including pension contribution, private healthcare, life cover, cycle scheme, season ticket loans, 25 days’ annual leave pro rata, 2 days paid leave for charity work, study loans and free snacks in the office
• Competitive salary and a discretionary bonus
• Supportive, friendly colleagues who work together to achieve shared goals
• Career growth opportunities: We’re committed to your success and offer recognition, rewards, and the training and support needed for advancement
• A dynamic and innovative work environment within a contemporary, team-focused, and forward-thinking company
• 100% Club: A prestigious, peer-nominated award where top performers earn an all- expenses-paid vacation (previous destinations include Dubai, skiing in France, diving in the Red Sea, and Mykonos)

What You’ll Do:

As a Senior Search Executive, you'll take the lead on Paid Search campaigns from planning to performance reporting, with key responsibilities including:

• Campaign Management: Run end-to-end Paid Search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
• Audience Targeting & Bidding Strategy: Use data and intent signals to drive performance
• Client Communication: Present clear, insightful reports and strategic recommendations
• Keyword Research & Competitor Analysis: Identify opportunities aligned with financial marketing goals
• Ad Copywriting & A/B Testing: Write compelling, compliance-friendly copy and iterate for results
• Budget Management: Monitor spend and maximise ROI
• Performance Reporting: Use GA4, Data Studio, Excel, and internal tools to bring campaigns to life
• Collaborate Across Teams: Align with Strategy, Tech, and Client Services to deliver excellence
• Stay ahead of platform and industry developments and contribute to internal knowledge sharing

About You:

You’re a detail-oriented digital marketer with strong analytical instincts and a passion for performance. You’ll thrive here if you:

• Have 2–3 years’ experience managing Paid Search campaigns (agency side ideal)
• Are proficient in Google Ads; Microsoft Ads, SA360, and Google Ads Editor are a big plus
• Bring experience in audience segmentation and targeting
• Understand the financial services space (regulated experience is a bonus!)
• Are confident with Excel and love translating data into insight
• Are a natural communicator who enjoys working directly with clients
• Speak Spanish, German, French, or Italian? That’s a strong bonus – you’ll help tailor campaigns across international markets
• Ideally have one or more Google Ads certifications under your belt

If you’re looking for a company that values your contributions, invests in your development, and offers exciting rewards, Fundamental Media is the place for you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Strictly no agencies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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  Full-time

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  Advertising

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