Account Manager (Paid Media)
Account Manager (Paid Media)
Location: Belfast | Hybrid working
We are currently working with a multi-award-winning digital advertising agency based in Belfast that is looking to hire an Account Manager (Paid Media) to join its growing performance marketing team.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment, enjoys taking ownership of paid media strategy, and is passionate about delivering measurable results for clients through paid search and paid social.
The Agency
This is a well-established, award-winning digital advertising agency known for its data-led approach, creative thinking, and strong focus on growth. The team works collaboratively to push boundaries, optimise performance, and deliver impactful results across a wide range of clients and industries.
The Opportunity
The agency is open to speaking with performance marketing professionals at varying stages of their career, including:
PPC Account Executives who are confident managing and optimising campaigns and reporting on performance
Paid Media Account Managers ready to take ownership of strategy, budgets, and client relationships across search, display, and social
Paid Social Account Managers with a strong focus on platforms such as Meta, TikTok and LinkedIn, combining creativity with data-driven decision making
The successful candidate will step into a client-facing Account Manager (Paid Media) role with genuine autonomy and clear progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Development: Create and implement tailored paid media strategies for a diverse portfolio of clients
Campaign Management: Manage and optimise PPC campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, alongside paid social campaigns on Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok and Pinterest
Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyse campaign performance to ensure budgets are effectively managed and KPIs are consistently achieved
Client Reporting: Produce clear, insight-led reports that translate data into actionable recommendations
Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring objectives are met and performance expectations exceeded
Business Growth: Support account growth through PPC and SEO proposals to increase existing client activity
Industry Awareness: Stay up to date with the latest trends, platform updates and innovations within paid media
What They’re Looking For
Experience: 1–2+ years’ experience in a similar paid media role, either agency-side or in-house
Client-Facing Skills: Proven experience managing and developing client relationships
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients
Analytical Mindset: Comfortable working with data and reporting tools such as Google Analytics 4 and Looker Studio
Platform Experience: Hands-on experience with Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Google Tag Manager and Google Search Console
Attention to Detail: Excellent grammar and writing skills
Commercial Awareness: Strong business acumen, proactive work ethic, and practical problem-solving approach
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
City-centre office in a premium serviced workspace
Ongoing training and professional development
Flexible hybrid working model
Duvet day – an extra day off when you need it
If you are interested in this role, pleasse click the apply button or alternatively, please call Kirsty on 07715582743.
- Department
- Digital
- Role
- Account Manager
- Locations
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
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