Job Description

Location:

Waterlooville, Hampshire / Hybrid

Working hours:

4-day working week / 32 hours

Are you ready to take the next step in your PPC career? If you're a skilled digital marketer who thrives on driving performance, managing client strategies, and leading on results, this PPC Account Manager role is for you.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in PPC/Paid Media marketing, strong analytical expertise and a track record of managing successful campaigns across Google Ads, Meta and other paid platforms.

About boxChilli

Celebrating our 19th birthday this year, boxChilli is an independent, fast-growing digital marketing agency based in Waterlooville. We combine a flexible 4-day working week with hybrid working to offer a great work-life balance.

Your Team

You will take ownership of PPC for our largest client, working within an established and skilled team who all service the same client across the services we provide, including SEO, web, creative, design, and Tech Support, reporting to the Senior Account Manager and SEO Manager. You'll also mentor and support junior PPC team members.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Lead PPC strategies for our largest client across Google, Meta, Microsoft and other paid platforms. Manage campaign planning, optimisation and reporting to achieve defined KPIs and ROAS targets. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the main point of contact. Identify new opportunities for growth, creative testing and innovation in paid campaigns. Present performance insights and recommendations to the client and senior stakeholders. Providing monthly Reports both externally (clients) and internally (cross-department review) Contribute to overall paid media strategy development within the agency. Work collaboratively with the Design department and Tech Support team. Support training and development of PPC Executives or Coordinators where needed.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

Strong proficiency in Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max, Display; Video beneficial). Excellent knowledge of Google Analytics (GA4), Merchant Center and Looker Studio. Proven experience managing lead generation campaigns focused on ROAS and CPA. Working knowledge of Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Ads and Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads). Advanced understanding of optimisation techniques, audience segmentation and creative testing. Knowledge of Google Tag Manager and Consent Mode. Confident presenting data and performance reports both internally and to clients.

Desirable Skills

Experience using platforms such as SERanking. Exposure to LinkedIn Ads and emerging advertising channels. Understanding of SEO and CRO best practices for cross-channel improvement. Experience mentoring or leading junior PPC team members.

Personal Qualities

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and commercial skills. Excellent communication and client relationship abilities. Organised and proactive with great attention to detail. Creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Eagerness to stay current on PPC trends and platform developments.

Our Benefits

4 Day Working Week, Monday - Thursday Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH following probation) 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day Off Company pension scheme Tech discounts and wellbeing perks Quarterly team events Free on-site parking

Application Process:

Ready to join the boxChilli team? Send your CV to hello@boxchilli.com, apply via Indeed or give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

Note: We respectfully request no recruiter contact. This position is open to UK-based applicants only.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Waterlooville PO7 7SG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Digital marketing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waterlooville PO7 7SG