SHREWSBURY, UK (Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office per week), The Programmatic Account Executive is an exciting entry‑level role into programmatic advertising and a key support role within our Programmatic team. Perfect for someone organised, analytical, and curious about digital marketing.
You’ll work closely with a collaborative team of Account Executives, Account Managers, and Senior Account Managers, supporting the delivery of digital advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients. A key part of the role involves working with our global network of freelancers, the Croudie Network – briefing tasks, reviewing outputs, and ensuring everything meets our high standards.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to build strong foundations in programmatic advertising, develop confidence working with industry‑leading tools, and grow your career within a supportive, fast‑paced agency environment.
Responsibilities
* Setting up, launching, and managing programmatic display campaigns.
* Keeping an eye on campaign results to make sure we are on track to hit client goals and stay within budget.
* Learning to use industry‑leading platforms such as DV360 and The Trade Desk to deliver campaigns.
* Developing a strong understanding of the digital and programmatic advertising landscape.
* Helping the team analyse campaign data to spot trends, challenges, and successes.
* Gathering and checking data for client reports and helping to write clear summaries of performance.
* Identifying any unusual data patterns and working with the team to find and fix the cause.
* Helping to create internal case studies to share successful tests and results with the wider team.
* Writing clear instructions (briefs) for tasks given to the Croudie Network and managing internal processes from start to finish.
* Checking work completed by our Croudie Network to ensure it is accurate and meets the required standard.
* Helping to train Croudies on client‑specific needs and tasks.
* Completing daily administrative tasks, including keeping accurate records of your time.
* Assisting the team with ad‑hoc requests from clients or other teams within the agency.
* Learning and using the high standards of communication and service we provide to all clients.
* Understanding and working towards business goals like client satisfaction (NPS) and profitability.
* Working closely with your colleagues to support client retention and deliver great work.
Qualifications
* Strong verbal and written communication abilities in English.
* While this position is open to all majors, a degree in subjects such as marketing, advertising, media and communications, or similar would be beneficial.
* Confident working with data and numbers, with the ability to spot trends, inconsistencies, or unusual patterns.
* Logical problem‑solver who can investigate issues and work with others to resolve them.
* Comfortable following processes and ensuring work meets defined quality standards.
* Practical experience in digital marketing through previous work or internship experience in marketing, project management, or media is advantageous.
* Demonstrated skills in teamwork and collaboration within a professional setting.
* Effective time management and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong skills in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, particularly Excel/Google Sheets, Word/Google Docs, and PowerPoint/Google Slides.
* A strong interest in digital marketing including programmatic advertising and managing campaigns day‑to‑day.
Benefits
* Paid sabbatical at 7 years with an option to take it unpaid at 5 years.
* 25 days holiday a year.
* Discretionary annual performance‑based incentive.
* Sale commission.
* Recruitment referrals bonus.
* Health & Wellbeing contribution.
* 2 Recharge Days each holiday year.
* Ride to Work scheme.
* Railcard.
* Season Ticket loan.
* Home office chair and home office screen.
* Free fruit, breakfast cereals, snacks and tea & coffee in the office.
* Enhanced primary and secondary family leave as well as extended parental leave and shared family leave.
* Life insurance and income protection.
* Medical cash plan.
* Pension.
* Curated 3rd‑party learning platform as well as access to Croud Campus.
* Peer‑to‑peer recognition scheme ‘bonusly’.
* Team off‑sites/regular socials.
* Year‑round holiday parties.
* Flexible working options.
* Day to make a difference.
Croud is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role.
Our Values
* In it together – our value on integration, collaboration and outcomes.
* Eye on the future – our value on futurism, creativity and passion.
* Generous in spirit – our value on people, development and inclusion.
* Do what you say – our value on integrity and accountability.
* Make a difference – our value on purpose and impact.
Department: Programmatic
Locations: Shrewsbury
Remote status: Hybrid
A benchmarked salary between £26,228 to £28,728. Your salary level is determined by skills and experience within our progression framework.
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