This role is for a Paid Media Manager to join a rapidly expanding advertising agency focused on student recruitment marketing for Higher Education institutions. You will manage impactful campaigns, shape the future of the team and business, and contribute to innovative strategies.
Responsibilities
Build and manage paid media campaigns across platforms such as Google, Meta, LinkedIn, Snapchat, and TikTok
Lead client calls and meetings, presenting strategies, results, and innovative ideas with confidence
Monitor, optimise, and analyse campaigns, delivering actionable recommendations to clients during and post-campaign
Support development of Paid Media Executives and Senior Paid Media Executives, ensuring work meets quality standards and best practice
Own and develop expertise in a specific channel and build a relationship with platform representatives, becoming the go-to person in the team to help train and improve what we do
Implement conversion tracking across clients’ websites using Google Tag Manager to measure the success of the campaigns
Configure Google Analytics 4 accounts, including goal/event tracking, ensuring best practices are met
Champion innovative strategies and lead on cutting-edge solutions for clients, sharing expertise across the agency
Take part in strategy discussions, with opportunities to join new business pitches and upselling opportunities to showcase your ideas and insights
Participate in internal team and company-wide meetings
Requirements
Proven expertise in managing paid search campaigns on Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, and paid social campaigns on platforms like Meta, LinkedIn, Snapchat, and TikTok
Analytical mindset: A data-driven approach to campaign optimisation, with a track record of achieving KPIs and delivering actionable insights
Communication skills: Confident in presenting ideas and results to clients and colleagues alike
Attention to detail: Organised, meticulous, and able to manage multiple campaigns effectively
Hunger to learn: Passionate about growth—whether it’s mastering new platforms, exploring innovative strategies, or mentoring team members
Nice to have:
Meta Blueprint certification or experience with Google Campaign Manager 360 and Search Ads 360
Benefits
26 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays and your Birthday off
Company-paid healthcare package for everyday services like dental, optical, and physiotherapy
Regular team building
Away days
Bonus structure
Discounted gym membership
Dog-friendly office
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Complimentary snacks and drinks
Enhanced company pension scheme
Paid time off work to undertake charity work
Bake-Off competitions, Cubed Quiz fun, yoga, and themed Lunch Clubs
Endless learning opportunities: refresher training in paid search, social media advertising, conversion tracking, and digital analytics, with a previous budget for the Paid Media Team of £10k+
Excellent progression opportunities with a clear pathway for growth and people management
Public speaking opportunities and participation in new business pitches
Close-knit, passionate team that values collaboration, creativity, and new ideas
Christmas celebrations in past destinations including Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin, and Krakow
Inclusive, fun culture with quarterly team strategy days
Important Details
Work format: Collaborate in our vibrant Brighton office Monday–Wednesday, with the option to work remotely Thursday-Friday
Flexible working hours
About the Company
Education Cubed is an award-winning advertising agency that redefines student recruitment marketing, working with over 40 Higher Education institutions in the UK and globally.
