Paid Media Account Manager Contract

Paid Media Account Manager
3-month contract | Hybrid (3 days p/w in Soho)
£250–£300 per day | IR35 TBC

Independent performance marketing agency looking for an experienced Paid Media Account Manager to support client delivery across PPC and Paid Social.

The role
Hands-on management of high-performing paid media campaigns, primarily PPC, with exposure to Paid Social and additional channels where relevant. The role requires strong technical execution, an understanding of how channels work together, and the ability to manage budgets and performance against clear commercial targets.Key responsibilities

Own and optimise PPC-led paid media campaigns across multiple clients

Manage budgets (£50k+ monthly) in line with agreed performance strategy

Work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver against ROAS, CPA and revenue targets

Line manage and support junior team members, including QA and development

Maintain regular client communication and performance reporting

Contribute to wider team initiatives such as testing, automation and process improvement

Required experience

3+ years in PPC-focused paid media roles (majority PPC)

Proven experience managing £50k+ monthly budgets

Strong ecommerce performance track record (ROAS, CPA, revenue)

Experience developing junior team members

Comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment

Skills

Strong analytical and numerical skills (Excel essential)

Solid understanding of the wider paid media ecosystem

High attention to detail and strong communication skills

Google Ads scripts or automation experience a plus

Additional languages beneficial