Media Manager – PINK SQUID
Pay: £32,000.00 – £35,000.00 per year.
We are looking for a skilled Paid Media Manager with agency experience to join a fast‑moving team supporting top brands in healthcare, education, FMCG, finance and tech. This is not an entry‑level role; we need someone who can deliver campaigns, optimise performance and share insights to help clients hit their goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Turn client briefs into smart, effective media plans in collaboration with strategy, creative and data teams.
* Launch and optimise paid media campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok and others.
* Monitor and manage campaign performance using tools like Google Analytics 4 and platform‑native reporting.
* Create and maintain dashboards and performance reports to communicate results clearly.
* Test creative assets and formats, sharing learnings that improve future campaigns.
* Build strong relationships with job boards and media partners to deliver campaigns efficiently.
* Balance multiple projects, timelines and client expectations at pace.
* Contribute to internal process improvement and support junior team members when needed.
Qualifications / What you need to bring
* 23 + years of hands‑on paid media experience, ideally in an agency setting.
* Deep understanding of performance marketing across Google Ads, Meta and other digital channels.
* Confidence in campaign reporting, dashboards and analytics (GA4, platform tools or Looker Studio).
* Strong organisational skills – able to manage time and workload independently.
* Collaborative mindset – enjoy working closely with strategists, creatives and developers.
* Calm, positive approach under pressure and willingness to speak up when things aren’t working.
* Genuine interest in digital media and desire to grow expertise.
Benefits
* Agency‑wide bonus: 10% for successful completion of six‑month probation.
* Holiday: 26 days per year (plus public holidays) with an annual increase up to 30 days; bank holiday exchange option.
* Hybrid working – minimum of three days at our London studio near London Bridge.
* Pension: Aviva pension (5% employee / 3% employer).
* Annual Christmas trip/socials and frequent agency gatherings.
* On‑site support: drinks fridge, snacks and treats.
* Full‑time employment.
Additional Benefits
* Casual dress.
* Discounted or free food.
* Employee discounts.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
* Health & wellbeing programme.
* Life insurance.
* Referral programme.
* Sick pay.
* Store discount.
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