Role: Paid Search Manager, 12 month FTC
Location: London, United Kingdom
About the role
This is a 12 month FTC opportunity to shape and scale pan-European search and lead gen for a leading global brand at a pivotal moment of transformation. You’ll play a central role in building a high-impact performance engine across markets, helping move the programme from stable BAU to measurable commercial growth.
The role will lead the delivery of the PPC/Lead Gen proposal across markets, owning the end-to-end design, implementation, scaling and optimisation of search activity (paid search, shopping, Performance Max, branded + non-branded search, and channel experimentation).
Translate the strategy into operational plans, campaign architectures, measurement and governance, ensuring successful market launches, smooth transition, reliable performance reporting and continuous scale.
Build and lead a high-performing search capability working with the accounts team, commercial stakeholders and creative partners to deliver measurable growth and efficient ROI across large, multi-market businesses.
What you will be doing
Lead the implementation and operationalisation of the strategy: campaign architecture, market prioritisation and launch sequencing.
Define and own KPIs and dashboards (performance, budget pacing, lift, incremental ROI) and ensure timely, accurate MI to inform decisions.
Scale campaigns across markets: localisation/transcreation, audience strategies, feed and landing page requirements, and creative testing programmes.
Set governance and access controls for ad accounts and platforms; define security and safe automation guardrails and change control processes.
Design and run test & learn frameworks to identify scalable growth levers and feed insights back into channel & creative teams.
Line-manage the Performance Marketing Executive: set priorities, coach and develop capability.
Collaborate with the accounts team to manage commercial scope, SLAs, and client communications to ensure alignment and transparency.
What you need to be great in this role
Proven track record (typically 5+ years) delivering and scaling paid search in large businesses or via agency partnerships for enterprise clients.
Deep expertise across Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max), Microsoft Ads, feed/merchant centre management, and experience with large
Location: London, United Kingdom
About the role
This is a 12 month FTC opportunity to shape and scale pan-European search and lead gen for a leading global brand at a pivotal moment of transformation. You’ll play a central role in building a high-impact performance engine across markets, helping move the programme from stable BAU to measurable commercial growth.
The role will lead the delivery of the PPC/Lead Gen proposal across markets, owning the end-to-end design, implementation, scaling and optimisation of search activity (paid search, shopping, Performance Max, branded + non-branded search, and channel experimentation).
Translate the strategy into operational plans, campaign architectures, measurement and governance, ensuring successful market launches, smooth transition, reliable performance reporting and continuous scale.
Build and lead a high-performing search capability working with the accounts team, commercial stakeholders and creative partners to deliver measurable growth and efficient ROI across large, multi-market businesses.
What you will be doing
Lead the implementation and operationalisation of the strategy: campaign architecture, market prioritisation and launch sequencing.
Define and own KPIs and dashboards (performance, budget pacing, lift, incremental ROI) and ensure timely, accurate MI to inform decisions.
Scale campaigns across markets: localisation/transcreation, audience strategies, feed and landing page requirements, and creative testing programmes.
Set governance and access controls for ad accounts and platforms; define security and safe automation guardrails and change control processes.
Design and run test & learn frameworks to identify scalable growth levers and feed insights back into channel & creative teams.
Line-manage the Performance Marketing Executive: set priorities, coach and develop capability.
Collaborate with the accounts team to manage commercial scope, SLAs, and client communications to ensure alignment and transparency.
What you need to be great in this role
Proven track record (typically 5+ years) delivering and scaling paid search in large businesses or via agency partnerships for enterprise clients.
Deep expertise across Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max), Microsoft Ads, feed/merchant centre management, and experience with large
Paid Search Manager - 12 month FTC in London employer: OLIVER+
At OLIVER, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that fosters growth and development. Located in the vibrant city of London, our People Team is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where employees can thrive, with opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability.
