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PPC Executive

Future Publishing Cardiff, Wales Hybrid executive Full-time

Salary

£25,500 - £26,000 per year

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Description

We create trusted, expert content that helps millions of people discover more about the things they love, need and care about. From technology, gaming and entertainment to fashion, lifestyle, sport, finance and beyond, our specialist brands connect people with their passions every day.

The PPC Executive will support the Marketing Team by building, running, and optimising PPC campaigns day-to-day. Working closely with the Senior PPC Executive and reporting to the Senior PPC Manager, you'll handle campaign builds, keyword and ad copy management, bid adjustments, and performance reporting. Your work will help make sure campaigns hit their targets and deliver measurable ROI.

This role suits someone with some hands-on paid search experience, ideally in Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, who wants to sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll get structured support, exposure to large-scale UK and US accounts, and a clear path towards a Senior PPC Executive role.

Responsibilities and Requirements

  • 1–2 years' hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns, whether in-house or at an agency
  • Working knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Ads; experience with Google Ads Editor and/or SA360 is a plus
  • A solid understanding of core PPC metrics and how they tie to ROI and profitability
  • Basic understanding of automated bidding strategies
  • An interest in AI tools, with the ability to explore how they can support campaign optimisation, data analysis, and marketing efficiency
  • Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas)
  • An analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to share findings with the team

Benefits

  • Uncapped leave
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care
  • When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
  • Refer a friend scheme – with payment following the successful hire
  • Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
  • Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
  • Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match
  • Free drinks and snacks in our offices

The expected range for this role is £25,500 - £26,000

Skills

Required

  • Google Ads
  • Microsoft Ads
  • PPC metrics
  • Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • analytical mindset
  • communication skills

Nice to have

  • Google Ads Editor
  • SA360
  • AI tools
  • paid social advertising platforms

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://jobs.workable.com/view/kYGELHBreqDczyQEf8BGpT/hybrid-ppc-executive-in-cardiff-at-future-publishing

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