At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead performance marketing campaigns and collaborate with media agencies for impactful results.
- Company: Join a leading FTSE-100 Highstreet retail giant with global reach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, performance bonus, and generous staff discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic Manchester office with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape digital strategy for a market leader and make a real impact in the industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in digital media and strong numeracy skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you a digital media specialist who's ready to lead performance marketing for one of the UK's most recognisable Highstreet retail names? We're working exclusively with a FTSE-100 Highstreet retail giant, to urgently find a Paid Media lead to join their fast-paced Digital Marketing team for the next 12 months. This is a business shipping to over 70 countries worldwide and leading its category, so the platform and scale on offer here really are hard to match!
The role
Working as part of a close knit, high performing Paid Media team, you'll take ownership of high-impact, data-driven performance marketing campaigns, working hand in hand with the media agency and strategic partners to keep delivery precise and pace fast. Expect real variety and real influence, from beta testing emerging platforms to presenting strategic insights straight to the wider business.
What you'll be doing
- Planning and executing performance-led digital campaigns aligned to commercial goals
- Owning the agency relationship, managing day-to-day delivery with search partners and external stakeholders
- Exploring new platforms and beta opportunities with global media partners to stay ahead of the market
- Partnering cross-functionally with marketing and commercial trading teams around seasonal launches
- Presenting findings and insights to senior stakeholders, turning data into clear commercial recommendations
- Tracking the wider landscape, staying ahead of shifts in technology, privacy, and consumer behaviour
What you'll bring
- Proven experience in digital industries, with strong exposure to performance media channels
- A track record managing search partners and/or agency relationships
- Strong numeracy and Excel skills, with sharp attention to detail
- A logical, collaborative approach and confidence working as part of a team
- Solid technical knowledge across the digital media space
The package
Alongside a salary of £55,000 to £64,000 flexible working (3 days office, 2 from home), an annual performance bonus, Sharesave scheme, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 25% staff discount and a long list of additional perks.
Based at a modern Manchester city centre office, this is a genuine step up for someone ready to shape the digital strategy of a market-leading brand.
Paid Media Lead 12 Month FTC in Manchester employer: Forward Role Recruitment
At Forward Role Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture in the heart of Greater London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while contributing to our ambitious digital strategy. Join us to be part of a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact our success and drive meaningful change.
