PPC Manager - Independent Agency - Entertainment in London

An amazing opportunity to work with an incredible independent media agency, with a real independent spirit. This means that they don't do agency deals. They believe that the best planning comes from putting their clients' needs first. They pride themselves on offering informed, transparent and unparalleled advice on using media effectively, whether the budget is £150k or £3m.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day optimisation and running of paid search accounts, both within a team and independently. This includes implementing new campaigns and initiatives, optimisation, closely monitoring performance to KPI's, and compiling weekly reports. Being the direct, day-to-day PPC contact where necessary, the successful candidate will be highly personable and able to hold their own during face to face presentations, when the need arises.

Responsibilities;
*Develop and implement PPC strategies for your clients as part of a team
*Receive direction on PPC strategy from senior team and agency members
*Day to day management and optimisation of PPC campaigns across multiple clients to KPIs and industry benchmarks
*Campaign activation across all areas - build, creative, targeting, new features etc, to strict deadlines
*Maintain a first class level of accuracy and account hygiene, regularly reviewing account setups
*Assist in the production of weekly and monthly reports for clients summarising performance
*Produce and participate in quarterly PPC performance reviews to clients
*Be the main point of contact for PPC queries for your clients and play a supporting role for others
*Provide in-depth analysis of client performance using a variety of PPC tools
*Managing expectations both internally and with clients

Requirements;

*Agency side experience preferred, working in PPC
*Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
*A sound working knowledge of Google and Bing's Search Marketing platforms and associated features
*A good experience in building PPC campaigns from scratch to a high degree of accuracy, utilizing key targeting and audience features
*A working knowledge of Google Analytics
*A working knowledge of DoubleClick for Search would be preferable, but not essential
*Intermediate Microsoft Excel knowledge
*Outstanding interpersonal skills and highly presentable
*Comfortable working with data to drive insights and recommendations
*Confident in dealing directly with clients
*Experience and confidence in managing PPC accounts independently, taking control of budget pacing, regular optimisation, reporting and analysis

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the most successful independent media agencies in the UK, who are producing well known campaigns. This role offers full autonomy and clear progression.

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