Account executive, paid search london, united kingdom

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world‑class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI‑driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

EssenceMediacom is a new breed of media agency. Grounded in analytics & insights and powered by data & technology, we believe in the power of media and creative to drive breakthroughs for the world’s best brands. We help clients understand the modern marketing paradox and discover the breakthroughs brands need to win with their consumers. We are designed for the new communications economy — built on data & technology, built for people & algorithms, built around diverse schools of thought, built to test & learn at scale, and, crucially, built to evolve.

The role

We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic individual to join EssenceMediacom Worldwide as a Paid Search Executive to join the adidas Paid Search team based in London.

The successful candidate will be able to develop their career with EssenceMediacom as they will be enabled to continually improve and expand on their paid search skills, with growth opportunities both upwards and sideways. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work across a diverse client base and help to shape and inform client strategy.

Accountabilities include:

• Working with the Senior Executive or Account Manager to identify new opportunities for campaigns.
• Assisting in the creation of monthly client reviews - providing insights on campaign performance.
• Demonstrating confidence and clarity in communicating with the team, clients and media owners.
• Developing knowledge and understanding of other EssenceMediacom departments/services.
• Maintaining strong working relationships with other relevant EssenceMediacom departments.
• Identify new initiatives and opportunities on client accounts, for example, the testing of new platforms or new technologies for campaign improvements.
• Improve knowledge of client business to ensure greater appreciation of delivery in the overall mix.
• Gain and develop experience in other media, such as wider biddable media.
• Learn the basics of client account servicing and best practices in managing results to meet client KPIs.
• Take commercial responsibility for campaign budgetary management including bookings and billing.
• Organise budget caps to ensure agreed budgets are not exceeded.
• Ensure all media spends are entered into booking systems in a timely fashion.
• Be responsible for the technical set up of Paid Search campaigns.
• Be responsible for implementing campaigns into providers and/or technology interfaces for buying.
• Be responsible for accurate daily, weekly and monthly reporting and commentary.
• The appropriate use of tools to drive accountability, operational efficiencies and actionable business insights; with the scoping of costs and agreed client outputs.
• Act responsibly and professionally at all times, representing the team, department and company.

Skills and Experience:

• Have a basic understanding of the role of Paid Search in the digital mix.
• Basic understanding of digital and digital media.
• Highly organised and analytical.
• Demonstrate a good competency of using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Be administratively competent.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective and efficient working style.
• Technical yet service industry suited with the potential to develop into client leadership and staff management roles.
• Able to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in‑office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location.