Senior Social Ads Manager / Senior PPC Account Manager

<p><strong>Description</strong><br /> Our client is a fast-paced, ambitious eCommerce agency specializing in PPC, SEO, and Lifecycle Marketing. They exist to improve their clients’ profitability and revenue growth through effective digital strategies and long-term partnerships with a strong network of eCommerce tech partners. Recognized as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 and winner of Best eCommerce Team at the eCommerce Awards 2024, they&#8217;re growing quickly and looking for a Senior Social Ads Manager to join their remote team.</p> <p>In this role, you will bring exceptional communication and organizational skills, deep expertise in performance marketing, and a passion for delivering outstanding results for clients across the UK and worldwide. You will work remotely from South Africa with regular collaboration across time zones.</p> <p><strong>What you’ll do</strong><br /> Develop and implement Paid Social and PPC strategies that hit client targets across platforms such as Meta, Instagram, TikTok, and Google.<br /> Manage client relationships, provide proactive updates, and collaborate with internal specialists to maximize campaign performance.<br /> Own end-to-end account management in Meta Business Manager, including creative testing, audience building, and conversion tracking.<br /> Manage Google Ads accounts, including Shopping and Search campaigns.<br /> Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports, insights, and roadmaps.<br /> Present ideas, new creatives, and tests, gathering feedback and securing buy-in.<br /> Contribute to pitches and proposals for prospective clients &#8211; an interest in consultative sales is desirable.</p> <ul> <li>Salary: $2k / month + commission structure based on revenue managed</li> <li>Type of Work: Full-time remote</li> </ul> <p><strong>Working hours</strong><br /> 8:00 to 16:30 or 9:00 to 17:30 SAST with a one-hour lunch break<br /> Friday early finish at 16:00<br /> Ability to maintain strong overlap with UK business hours</p> <p><strong>Requirements</strong><br /> In-depth background in a remote set-up of work similar to freelancing as an Independent Contractor (deep understanding of the pros &amp; cons involved in this industry).<br /> 4+ years of hands-on Paid Media experience managing Facebook and Instagram Ads at scale &#8211; agency experience preferred.<br /> Proven success with eCommerce social ads &#8211; essential.<br /> Strong creative judgment and the ability to brief, review, and iterate on ad creatives.<br /> Experience with Photoshop or InDesign &#8211; preferred.<br /> Experience managing Google Ads campaigns &#8211; preferred.<br /> Bonus exposure: Amazon Ads and/or Reddit Ads.<br /> Excellent client communication and account handling skills.<br /> High attention to detail, perseverance, and strong problem-solving.<br /> Data-driven mindset with clear hypothesis-led testing.<br /> Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.<br /> Experience with clients generating 7 to 8 figures in annual revenue.<br /> Reliable high-speed internet and a suitable home working setup.</p> <p><strong>Benefits</strong><br /> 15 days paid leave per year, plus South African public holidays<br /> Early finish every Friday<br /> Training budget and regular professional development<br /> Flexible remote working from anywhere in South Africa<br /> Immediate start available<br /> Supportive, collaborative culture with regular virtual team events<br /> Commission structure based on revenue managed<br /> Career support and a clear development path<br /> Mental health resources, including anonymous, on-demand counseling<br /> Paid CSR time to support charities and good causes</p>

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