PPC Account Manager
London | Hybrid Working (3 Days in Office)
Salary: £40,000 + Benefits
Join one of the UK's most exciting independent media agency success stories. Combining the entrepreneurial energy of an independent agency with the backing of a global media network, this business has built a reputation for delivering outstanding results for ambitious brands while fostering one of the most diverse and inclusive cultures in the industry.
Following continued growth, they're looking for a PPC Account Manager to join their high‑performing Performance team and help drive best‑in‑class search campaigns for a portfolio of leading clients.
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic role for a PPC specialist who loves performance marketing, thrives on data and enjoys turning insights into commercial results. You'll be responsible for managing and optimising paid search campaigns across a portfolio of UK and European clients, helping to drive customer acquisition, revenue growth and business performance. Working closely with clients, analytics teams and platform partners, you'll play a key role in delivering best‑in‑class PPC strategies that generate tangible results. This is a hands‑on role with plenty of opportunity to influence strategy, challenge thinking and make a real impact.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing the day‑to‑day activation, optimisation and reporting of PPC campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.
* Developing and implementing performance‑led search strategies aligned to client objectives.
* Monitoring campaign performance against ambitious acquisition and revenue targets.
* Conducting keyword research, audience analysis and competitive reviews to identify growth opportunities.
* Using data and insights to drive ongoing optimisation and improve efficiency.
* Managing bidding strategies, budget allocation and forecasting.
* Working closely with analytics teams to understand performance trends and attribution insights.
* Producing clear, actionable performance reports and presenting recommendations to clients.
* Managing tracking, trafficking and bid management platforms including SA360 and Campaign Manager.
* Building strong relationships with platform partners and key stakeholders.
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required.
What We're Looking For
* 3-4 years of experience in PPC or Paid Search.
* Strong hands‑on experience across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads.
* Experience managing performance‑focused campaigns with clear commercial KPIs.
* Strong understanding of bidding strategies, attribution and conversion optimisation.
* Experience using SA360, Campaign Manager or similar campaign management platforms.
* Excellent analytical skills and confidence working with large datasets.
* Advanced Excel skills and a genuine passion for performance data.
* Strong client‑facing experience and ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
* A proactive mindset and desire to continuously improve performance.
Nice to Have
* Experience with Adobe Analytics or Google Analytics 4.
* Exposure to automation, scripts, AI tools or feed management platforms.
* Experience managing European or international PPC campaigns.
Why Join?
This is a business that genuinely invests in its people. You'll be joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration and innovation. You'll have the opportunity to work with exciting brands, learn from some of the industry's best talent and develop your career within one of the fastest‑growing agencies in the market. If you're a PPC specialist looking for a role where you can make an impact, take ownership and continue developing your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.
Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.
If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
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