Paid Media Executive

16 hours ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hunterlodge Advertising Full time

About Us
Hunterlodge is a UK-based full-service agency with an exciting, fast-growing portfolio of clients. Due to a series of recent client wins, we are expanding our media team and are looking for a talented
Paid Media Executive
to join us remotely from South Africa. If you're passionate about advertising effectiveness, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to grow with a dynamic team, we want to hear from you

Role Overview
As a
Paid Media Executive
, you will play a vital role in running biddable paid media campaigns across Paid Search, Paid Social, and (ideally) Programmatic platforms. You will take ownership of campaign implementation, optimisation, and reporting, ensuring client objectives are exceeded. The role also includes opportunities to present campaign performance and insights directly to clients.

At Hunterlodge, you'll join a team that prioritises professional growth, continuous learning, and delivering impactful results. As part of our team, you'll also benefit from our
profit-share bonus scheme
and our relentless commitment to
Continuous Professional Development
.

Key Responsibilities

  • Campaign Management
    : Plan, implement, and optimise Paid Search, Paid Social, and (if applicable) Programmatic campaigns.
  • Ad Operations
    : Oversee full adops responsibilities including set-up, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Performance Optimisation
    : Test and refine campaigns to improve KPIs, ensuring maximum ROI for clients.
  • Client Interaction
    : Present campaign results, insights, and recommendations to clients in an articulate and confident manner.
  • Performance Reporting
    : Generate regular performance reports using data-driven insights to demonstrate value and inform strategic decisions.
  • Innovation and Testing
    : Drive testing and optimisation initiatives across campaigns to enhance performance and efficiency.

Skills and Experience

  • Essential
    :
  • At least 1-2 years of experience managing Paid Search and/or Paid Social campaigns.
  • Proficiency in platforms such as Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and LinkedIn Campaign Manager.
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills, with experience using Google Analytics and other measurement tools.
  • Ability to implement and optimise campaigns to meet performance goals.
  • Confidence in presenting results and insights to clients.
  • Desirable
    :
  • Experience with Programmatic advertising platforms.
  • Understanding of tracking tools, tagging, and ad verification technologies.
  • Experience with GTM (Google Tag Manager).
  • Experience with AI tools and technologies.
  • Google Ads or Meta certifications.

What We're Looking For

  • A passion for advertising effectiveness and a results-driven mindset.
  • A proactive, ambitious individual with a strong desire to learn and grow.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • A team player who can also work independently in a fully remote setting.
  • Adaptability and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced agency environment.

Benefits

  • Fully remote role, working from South Africa.
  • Inclusion in Hunterlodge's
    profit-share bonus scheme
    .
  • Comprehensive
    Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
    programme to enhance your skills and career progression.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading UK agency and a diverse portfolio of clients.
  • A supportive, dynamic team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

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