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Manager, Paid Search

Journey FurtherLeeds, England🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 5 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Manager, Paid Search role at Journey Further offers excellent opportunities for career growth and skill development within a reputable marketing agency. You'll thrive here if you have a passion for data analysis, client communication, and a desire to continuously learn and contribute to client success, with competitive compensation and benefits. Apply to join a collaborative team and make a significant impact on client campaigns.

Quick Overview

Salary
£34k - £40k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Posted
5 weeks ago
Google AdsPPC

Job Description

What you will do:

  • Explain how Paid Search performance and business data work together to deliver commercial results for clients
  • Use data analysis to uncover trends, diagnose issues and drive measurable performance improvements
  • Day-to-day optimisation of Paid Search campaigns across Google Ads and related platforms
  • Build, analyse and interpret large datasets to extract insight and opportunities
  • Produce clear, compelling performance reports for clients
  • Conduct full-funnel account audits to identify growth and efficiency opportunities
  • Develop testing roadmaps and optimise toward client goals
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align PPC strategy with broader digital activity
  • Support the rollout of automation, scripts and data-driven workflows
  • Participate in new business pitches and create supporting materials
  • Maintain a strong understanding of platform changes, industry trends and best practices
  • Provide proactive client communication, sharing insights and recommendations regularly
  • Document processes and contribute to improving ways of working
  • Mentor junior team members where appropriate

  • Deep understanding of Google Ads and strong proficiency in Excel/Sheets
  • Ability to interpret complex datasets and translate them into actionable insight
  • Strong communication skills and confidence explaining performance to clients
  • High ambition, curiosity and a desire to go above and beyond
  • A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
  • Comfortable managing multiple campaigns and priorities simultaneously

Pension - Matched up to 4%

Health - Private medical insurance

Family - Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay

Flexibility - 25 days annual leave, Christmas shutdown and home working allowance

Salary:

Leeds: £34,000 - £40,000

Manchester: £37,000 - £42,000

London: £40,000 - £45,000

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