Performance marketing executive

Performance Marketing Executive Derby Onsite 4 day working week Permanent £28,000 - £32,000 + Benefits

Are you a proactive digital marketer with hands‑on experience in managing YouTube ads, paid campaigns, and enhancing SEO performance? This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is results‑driven, and has a passion for utilising paid advertising to generate leads. If you re organised, analytical, and eager to make an immediate impact within a supportive team, then this opportunity is not to be missed.

This is a great development role for either somebody with 1-2 years experience under their belt OR a Marketing Graduate that is looking for your first opportunity and Paid Ads is the direction you would like to go in.

What you will be doing

As a Performance Marketing Executive, you will take ownership of digital channels to optimise campaigns, maximise return on ad spend, and deliver measurable results. You will work across multiple platforms, including YouTube and Google Ads, to develop, execute, and refine strategies that support business growth. Your insight and analytical skills will guide campaign improvements and reporting, ensuring our client remains competitive and innovative.

• Manage and optimise YouTube Ads, Google Ads, and SEO strategies
• Monitor budgets and bidding strategies to enhance ROAS
• Conduct A/B testing on creatives, copy, and landing pages
• Improve conversion rates and ensure accurate tracking setup
• Manage website content updates and landing page optimisations
• Create email marketing campaigns and automation sequences
• Track campaign analytics and prepare performance reports
• Support content planning and overall digital ad strategy
• Collaborate with designers, video editors, and external vendors
• Conduct market research and support event marketing initiatives
• Troubleshoot platform issues and stay aware of latest digital trends

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have a strong background or education in digital marketing. Experience or knowledge of managing paid advertising platforms, including YouTube. You should demonstrate a data‑driven mindset, excellent copywriting skills, and familiarity with analytics tools and website management. We re looking for someone organised, creative, and eager to contribute to a team‑focused environment.

• Experience or knowledge of YouTube Ads, Google Ads, and SEO - with a passion for further development.
• Proficiency with Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and CMS platforms like WordPress
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and optimise campaigns
• Bachelor s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field (preferred)
• Creative thinker with a performance‑focused approach
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple campaigns and adapt strategies accordingly

Don t miss out on the chance to join a forward‑thinking company where your skills can truly influence success.

Apply now and take your digital marketing career to the next level with Precept Recruit.