SA – Senior Search Account Executive

Incubeta; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension contributions

Gym memberships

Job summary

Incubeta is seeking a Senior Account Executive to lead paid media initiatives for a portfolio of clients. The role centers on Paid Search with strong Google and Microsoft Ads expertise, while offering exposure to Paid Social platforms to broaden skills.

You will own client campaigns, identify growth opportunities, and work with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results and strategic growth for clients and the agency.

Qualifications

• Proven Paid Search experience across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and extract insights.
• Strong communication skills to work with clients and internal teams.
• Proactive, curious mindset with a desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Managing and optimising Paid Search campaigns across Google and Microsoft Ads.
• Supporting and, where appropriate, managing Paid Social campaigns across platforms such as Meta, TikTok and LinkedIn.
• Taking ownership of a portfolio of client accounts, with support from senior team members.
• Identifying opportunities to improve performance, test new ideas and drive account growth.
• Monitoring performance trends, analysing results and solving performance challenges.
• Working closely with clients to support long-term growth objectives and present insights and recommendations.
• Supporting new business pitches and onboarding new clients.

Skills

Paid Search

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Paid Social

Analytical skills

Client communication

Independent & collaborative

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Job description

The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our growing Digital Media team, where you’ll take ownership of running and optimising paid media activity across a portfolio of clients. This role is primarily focused on Paid Search, so strong experience in Google and Microsoft Ads is essential. You’ll also have the opportunity to work across Paid Social (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn and more), making this a great role for someone who enjoys variety and wants to broaden their skillset.

At Incubeta, we’re driven by results, innovation and curiosity. You’ll take ownership of your work from the outset, with the opportunity to influence strategy, test new ideas, and play a key role in driving growth for both your clients and the wider business.

You’ll work closely with specialists across multiple digital channels, giving you exposure to the full digital marketing ecosystem and the chance to make a visible impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing and optimising Paid Search campaigns across Google and Microsoft Ads
• Supporting and, where appropriate, managing Paid Social campaigns across platforms such as Meta, TikTok and LinkedIn
• Taking ownership of a portfolio of client accounts, with support from senior team members
• Identifying opportunities to improve performance, test new ideas and drive account growth
• Monitoring performance trends, analysing results and solving performance challenges
• Working closely with clients to support long-term growth objectives and present insights and recommendations
• Supporting new business pitches and onboarding new clients

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Paid Search experience
• Paid Social experience is a bonus, but not required
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, curious mindset with a desire to keep learning
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with clients
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team
• A genuine passion for digital marketing and the wider digital landscape

Our Package

Salary

Incubeta pays industry benchmark salaries, reviewed regularly as you progress along your career path. We also offer additional performance-related bonuses, making our total compensation highly competitive.

Benefits

We offer a credit-based benefits package, allowing you to choose from a wide range of options including healthcare, additional pension contributions, gym memberships and more.

Policies

Our policies are forward-thinking and industry-leading, playing a key role in shaping our outstanding culture. You can view a selection of them here.

Learning and Development

You’ll be supported by our in-house Learning & Development team throughout your onboarding and beyond. As a minimum, you’ll have a forward-looking development review every six months to discuss your career goals, with dedicated support to help you achieve them.

Our Unique Hiring Process

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or ethnicity, nor is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements that cannot be shown to be justifiable.

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to the next stage, which typically includes two or three interviews.

We love giving feedback and will keep you well informed throughout the application process.