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Forward Role has partnered with a fast-growing retailer on the search for a commercially driven Head of Merchandising to take ownership of trading performance and lead the merchandising  function into its next phase of growth. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for sales, margin, stock and intake performance. The Role As Head of Merchandising, you will be the senior owner of commercial performance across the business.  You will translate ambitious growth targets into robust forecasts, disciplined stock investment plans, and profitable trading outcomes. You will lead forecasting, Open-to-Buy (OTB), WSSI and inventory strategy across all DTC channels, ensuring capital is deployed effectively and risk is proactively managed. Key Responsibilities Own weekly and seasonal trading performance (sales, margin, stock and intake) Build and manage annual and seasonal forecasts, including phasing and reforecasting Drive stock efficiency, weeks of cover and sell-through performance Own pricing architecture, promotional planning and markdown strategy Protect and optimise margin through disciplined trading decisions Analyse performance vs forecast and act decisively on risks and opportunities Optimise stock levels across categories, channels and territories Lead intake phasing to balance availability, cash flow and risk Own end-of-season planning and stock clearance strategy Establish and manage merchandising KPIs and reporting cadence Improve forecasting accuracy through data insight and post-season analysis Bring market, competitor and channel insights into planning decisions Build, lead and develop a high-performing merchandising team About You Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a senior merchandising role Proven track record delivering growth in a DTC-led business (ecommerce & retail) Strong commercial acumen with exceptional analytical capability Experience managing large stock and intake budgets Confident leading weekly trade meetings and influencing senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Strong communication and presentation skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities A collaborative leader who builds strong cross-functional relationships What's On Offer 25 days holiday + your birthday off Uncapped bonus scheme Private healthcare Staff discount Ongoing personal development opportunities The opportunity to play a key role in a high-growth, ambitious brand As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

A global retailer is looking for a Product Owner to operate in the Buying & Supply Chain functional product area - driving meaningful change in how our brands plan, buy and move product.If you’ve worked in a Merchandising or Buying & Supply Chain environment, or been part of transformation in these areas, this could be the role for you. Equally, if you bring strong product experience and a curiosity for how merchandise functions evolve, you’ll thrive here. What's On Offer? Salary between £35,000-£40,00025 days holidayHybrid workingState of the art offices with a superb, subsidised caféBuy an additional 3 days annual leave The Role Act as the key link between business needs and technical deliveryOwn and manage the Buying & Supply Chain roadmapMaintain a prioritised, actionable and continuously refined backlogProactively gather insights through workshops, discovery sessions and feedback loops to inform decisions and improve deliveryWork closely with cross-functional teams to align on priorities, delivery expectations and outcomes About You 2+ years’ experience as a Product Owner or in a comparable roleStrong understanding of digital/technology delivery lifecycles and business process optimisationHands-on experience writing user stories with clear acceptance criteriaExperience within Product, Buying, Merchandising or Supply chain functionsAnalytical, proactive and adaptable As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

I'm partnering with a high-growth eCommerce retailer, looking for an exceptional Head of Paid Media & Performance Marketing to join their Senior Leadership Team. Head of Paid Media & Performance Marketing | High-Growth eCommerce  Huddersfield – 2 days in office Salary £65-85k plus bonus - DOE   The Opportunity This business operates at genuine scale – think multi-million-pound paid media budgets, a 6,000+ product catalogue, and customers making considered, high-intent purchasing decisions. This isn't about quick wins or chasing volume through Performance Max. It's about building sustainable, profitable growth engines that influence the right customers in the right way across the full buying journey. Reporting directly to the MD, you'll have complete ownership of paid acquisition strategy and execution, managing budgets at scale with full accountability for profitability, efficiency and commercial outcomes. This is a rare opportunity to operate at a truly strategic level while staying close enough to performance to make things happen. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can set direction, build high-performing operating rhythms, and still get into the detail when it matters. You'll own strategy and delivery across Paid Search, Paid Social and adjacent channels, working with agency partners but with the capability and confidence to challenge, steer and improve outcomes yourself. What you'll be doing: Taking complete ownership of paid media strategy with full accountability for commercial results, translating business objectives into actionable plans with clear targets and budgets Ensuring strategies are activated and delivered, not just designed – establishing strong trading cadence and intervening decisively when performance deviates from plan Owning Paid Search and Shopping performance across Google and Microsoft Ads, including account structure, bidding strategies, product feed optimisation and competitive positioning Leading full-funnel Paid Social strategy across Meta, TikTok and Pinterest, driving creative strategy and ensuring consistent testing and iteration Building and maintaining the performance reporting framework, providing clear commercial narratives to senior stakeholders focused on insights and actions Leading an in-house team with scope to grow, while owning agency relationships end-to-end and holding partners accountable for delivery Working cross-functionally to ensure paid media is fully integrated into the wider growth plan and trading priorities What You'll Bring Essential Experience: Proven track record owning end-to-end paid media strategy, activation and results at scale Experience managing substantial budgets (ideally seven figures) with full accountability for forecasting and performance outcomes Deep expertise in Paid Search and Shopping across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, including hands-on Performance Max experience Strong product feed strategy knowledge including structure, optimisation, custom labels and diagnostics Paid Social ownership across Meta, TikTok and/or Pinterest with full-funnel thinking Experience leading creative briefing, testing and iteration to drive performance Commercial and trading mindset with experience in seasonal, promotion-led or trading-heavy environments Strong measurement and reporting capabilities including GA4, dashboards and performance frameworks Line management or coaching experience with ability to set standards and drive accountability Agency management experience with track record of holding partners accountable and challenging outputs Ability to operate at pace in fast-moving trading environments while maintaining high standards What Makes You Stand Out: Owner mentality – you take responsibility for outcomes end-to-end Commercially sharp – you understand margin, trade-offs and how to scale profitably Strong operator – you create pace, process and high-performing cadence Curious tester – you run structured experiments with clear learning loops, not random tests High standards – you push for better creative, better data and better execution Calm under pressure – you make steady decisions in fast-moving environments Bias to action – you're comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and fixing issues rather than waiting for reports What's On Offer Highly competitive salary reflecting the seniority and scope of the role Performance-based bonus structure Senior Leadership Team position with genuine strategic influence Ownership of substantial budgets and high-impact decision-making Opportunity to shape and scale paid acquisition at a business operating at genuine scale Collaborative, growth-focused culture that values expertise and accountability Flexibility around remote/hybrid working arrangements Why This Role? This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a genuine Head of Paid Media position at a business that understands performance marketing and gives you the autonomy, budget and backing to make bold decisions. You'll have real ownership, direct access to leadership, and the platform to demonstrate what world-class paid media performance looks like. If you're ready for a role where your strategic vision and commercial acumen will directly impact business growth, and where you'll be measured on outcomes not just activity, I'd love to hear from you. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Digital Marketing Manager Location: Chorley (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 We’re working with a fast-growing eCommerce business that’s transforming how customers buy online. As part of their continued growth, they’re now looking to hire an experienced Digital Marketing Manager to lead performance marketing, drive online revenue, and manage a high-performing in-house team.This is a hybrid role based in Chorley, offering the opportunity to make a real commercial impact within a scaling digital business.This opportunity comes with a company performance based bonus.The RoleAs Digital Marketing Manager, you’ll take ownership of the company’s digital and performance marketing strategy, with a strong focus on customer acquisition, revenue growth, and ROI. You’ll lead a team of four specialists and work closely with senior  Marketing Leader stakeholders to ensure marketing activity directly supports commercial objectives.This role is ideal for someone with strong eCommerce experience and a proven background in paid media, PPC, and paid social.Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the overall digital and performance marketing strategyLead a team of 4 direct reports across the Performance Marketing TeamOwn and optimise paid media activity across PPC, paid social, and other acquisition channelsManage budgets, bidding strategies, feeds, and testing programmes to maximise ROIOversee eCommerce performance, improving conversion rate, AOV, revenue, and user journeySupport promotional planning, merchandising, and on-site executionDrive SEO strategy in collaboration with external agenciesWork closely with product and content teams to support seasonal and campaign activityUse customer and behavioural data to identify UX and CRO opportunitiesManage, develop, and motivate a team of four marketing professional If you wish to be considered for the role then APPLY NOW! or call 07514950292 or email elliott@forwardrole.com for more information.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

I’m currently working with a training provider who are looking for a passionate and experienced Digital Tutor to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is all about helping adult learners achieve their potential, delivering engaging online training sessions that build confidence, develop digital skills, and prepare learners for their next step. The Role Deliver online training to groups of adult learners working towards accredited qualifications. Carry out initial assessments to identify learner strengths and areas for improvement. Use set teaching and learning plans (with the freedom to add your own flair). Support learners with employability skills, confidence building, and essential English, maths, and ICT. Provide guidance and motivation to help learners progress in their careers. Keep accurate records of learner attendance, progress, and outcomes. Collaborate with delivery and quality teams to ensure high standards of teaching and learning. ✅ What We’re Looking For Minimum 3 years’ industry experience within Digital/IT. Previous experience delivering digital training. Level 3 Award in Education & Training (PTLLS) (or equivalent teaching qualification). GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths – Grade C/Level 2 or above. Strong knowledge across digital/IT subject areas. Confident delivering engaging sessions online. Organised, adaptable, and motivational. (Desirable: Level 3 Assessor Award, PGCE/Cert Ed, Degree in relevant subject, IAG Level 2, Health & Safety Qualification.) As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

PPC Specialist – 12 month FTCSalary £35-45k + bonus Preston – 1-2 days a week in office Are you a seasoned PPC expert ready to take on a dynamic role within a multi-business environment? Forward Role are supporting our client operating within the Engineering sector to recruit a Group PPC Specialist to lead, innovate, and optimise PPC strategies, online visibility, targeted traffic, and conversions through data-driven paid search initiatives. This is a temporary contract to cover a period of maternity for up to 12 months.As the standalone PPC specialist, you will be ‘hands on’ across several Google & Meta Ads accounts with a range of budgets, some operating within eCommerce and some Lead Gen capacities. Working as part of a small, close-knit and friendly marketing team, you will be reporting directly into the Group Marketing Director to build the overarching Paid strategy!Your day to day:As the Group PPC Specialist, you will: Develop PPC Strategies tailored to the unique needs of each company, aligned with overarching business objectives.Manage Campaigns on platforms like Google Ads, Bing Ads, and social media networks (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn).Optimise Budgets to ensure cost-efficiency and strong ROI across multiple divisions.Conduct Keyword Research to identify growth opportunities and refine targeting.Create Engaging Ad Copy and collaborate with content/design teams for seamless user journeys.Monitor Performance Metrics such as CTR, CPC, and ROAS, delivering actionable insights to stakeholders.Run A/B Tests and apply results to enhance campaign performance.Analyse Competitors to adapt to market changes and maintain a competitive edge.Implement Remarketing Campaigns to re-engage audiences and boost conversions. Your background: Experience: 2+ years managing PPC campaigns, either in in-house or agency environments.Expertise in Google Ads, Bing Ads, and social media platforms.Strong proficiency in Google Analytics and bid management tools. Skills: Analytical mindset with data interpretation expertise.Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.Adaptability to manage diverse industries and objectives within the group.Organised and detail-oriented with multitasking capabilities. PLEASE NOTE: due to this position being a contract role, its urgent nature requires candidates who are able to commence work by latest early March.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Forward Role are excited to be exclusively partnering with a tech-lead, international Travel giant, as they undergo a highly exciting time of growth and digital transformation! Performance Marketing Manager  Salary up to £42k + bonus Manchester City Centre – 3 days in office  The Head of Performance Marketing, who this role reports into, has created this brand-new Performance Marketing Manager role which the business has never seen before, making this an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Senior PPC expert to come in and really make their stamp! This position is to manage the Paid channel, not people – yet! This team is set to grow in line with wider business growth in time to come, so don’t worry if you’ve not got management experience. If you’re a Senior Exec wanting a step up, or an existing Manager wanting oversight and autonomy of your own accounts – this may be the role for you! Your day to day: Develop and execute a comprehensive PPC strategy, managing a significant budget. Work closely with the paid media team to ensure alignment across accounts. Monitor and optimise performance in line with forecast expectations. Manage relationships with key partners, including Google, Microsoft, and Brainlabs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, data science, and marketing to drive continuous improvements. Identify and explore new opportunities to enhance PPC performance. Lead YouTube activity, ensuring a creative-first approach tailored for the platform. Develop and implement a rigorous A/B testing plan to optimise key performance indicators. Work closely with analytics and measurement teams to assess PPC’s impact and enhance their overall strategy. Your background: Experience managing large-scale PPC budgets – either in house or agency side Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams. Strong knowledge of GA4, with the ability to review performance and derive insights. Experience with SA360 is beneficial but not essential. Work with a market-leading international consumer  business in an exciting period of growth, being part of a high-performing marketing team that genuinely values innovation and creativity! This role will offer you hands on execution as well as strategic influence, leading large-scale campaigns with industry leading partners… what are you waiting for? As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Forward Role are working with a growing and multi award-winning B2B marketing agency seeking a hands-on, strategic Digital Strategy Manager. Digital Strategy Manager B2B Marketing Agency Manchester City Centre, 2-3 days p/week office Salary £45k This role will lead the digital function across a portfolio of clients including the Science, Industrial and Technology sectors, driving integrated campaigns and ensuring digital channels work together seamlessly. The Role You’ll own the digital strategy for multiple retained clients, overseeing execution across SEO, CRM, Email, Social, and Paid channels. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a high-impact position with plenty of opportunity for career progression. As the agency further expands into American and Europe, there is tonnes of scope for growth! What You’ll Be Doing Lead the development and implementation of multichannel digital strategies Manage and mentor a small digital team and external contractors Oversee SEO, CRM, email, social, and web development campaigns Produce clear, insight-driven reporting for clients Ensure digital channels are integrated and optimised to deliver ROI Contribute to broader marketing strategies and proposals Establish workflows and best practices across internal teams and clients Play a central role in growing the digital function over the next 18 months About You 5+ years’ experience in digital marketing Experienced across some or all of: digital strategy, SEO, email marketing, CRM platforms, social media marketing Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach Pragmatic, adaptable, and commercially minded B2B experience preferred but not essential If you’re a strategic, hands-on digital marketer who enjoys building high-performing campaigns and leading a team, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing B2B agency. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Paid Media ManagerLancashire - 2 days p/week in office Salary: £35- £42kForward Role are recruiting exclusively for a creative agency based in Lancashire, working with ambitious brands who are looking for a Paid Media Manager to join their team. This is a hands-on role for a paid media specialist who enjoys building campaigns, testing, and being accountable for performance. Not only are they a super down-to-earth team but they create some seriously impressive work across web, motion and social for household name brands.The OpportunityBased in an amazing creative office space in Burnley, this is a key hire where you’ll take ownership of PPC and Paid Social campaigns from setup through to optimisation, working closely with strategy and creative teams to turn ideas into high-performing activity. This is a role for someone who likes being close to the platforms, close to the data, and confident making decisions that drive growth.What You’ll Be Doing Building and managing PPC campaigns across Google Ads (Search, Performance Max, Display)Monitoring performance daily and acting early on trends and opportunitiesPlanning, launching, and optimising paid social campaigns across Meta and LinkedInRunning structured tests across audiences, creative, copy, and landing pagesCollaborating with designers and strategists to refine and improve creativeManaging budgets carefully to ensure efficient spend and strong ROIProducing clear, insight-led performance updates and reportsStaying on top of platform updates, new formats, and best practice About You Proven experience in PPC and/or Paid Social with live account ownershipMust be confident using Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, and LinkedIn Campaign ManagerComfortable building campaigns from the ground upData-driven and commercially mindedHighly organised with strong attention to detail As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Digital Marketing Manager Location: Warrington (3 days in office) Salary: £35,000 – £45,000B2C Lead GenerationWe’re working with a fast-growing B2C Lead Generation business that operates across two established consumer brands. As part of their continued growth, they’re looking to hire a Digital Marketing Manager to take ownership of paid acquisition, website performance, and conversion optimisation.This is a hands-on role with real influence-perfect for someone who enjoys driving results, simplifying customer journeys, and developing junior talent.The RoleAs Digital Marketing Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving high-quality leads through a performance-led digital strategy. You’ll manage paid media channels directly (or via agency partners), optimise CRO on-site performance, and ensure the customer journey is intuitive, logical, and conversion-focused.You’ll also line manage and mentor one Junior Marketing Executive, providing guidance, training, and day-to-day support.Key Responsibilities Own and optimise Paid Media activity across Google Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram)Lead CRO initiatives, identifying friction points and improving conversion rates across the websiteApply strong on-page SEO knowledge to improve rankings, visibility, and organic performanceManage channels hands-on and/or work closely with external agencies to maximise ROIAnalyse user behaviour to simplify the customer journey and increase click-through and lead completionTest, learn, and iterate-using data to inform continuous improvementsLine manage and develop a Junior Marketing team member, supporting their growth and performance What We’re Looking For Demonstrable experience improving CRO and website performanceProven experience in a Digital Marketing or Performance Marketing roleStrong hands-on knowledge of Google Ads and Meta AdsSolid understanding of on-page SEO best practicesConfident using data and insights to inform decisionsExperience mentoring or managing junior team members (or ready to take that step)Commercial mindset with a focus on lead quality and efficiency If you’re a performance-driven Digital Marketer who enjoys simplifying journeys, improving conversion, and leading from the front, then APPLY NOW! email elliott@forwardrole.com or call 07514950292As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Paid Media ManagerBury – office basedHighly competitive packages on offerForward Role are proud to be exclusively supporting the highly successful eCommerce Retailer JD Sports, as they look to hire a brand new Paid Media Manager to join their market-leading in-house Paid Media division. Reporting into a talented and supportive Paid Media Lead, you will work across all major and emerging paid media platforms such as Google, Microsoft, YouTube, Meta, TikTok etc, managing the end to end performance campaigns with the support of your wider performance team.Based in an incredible office space, you’ll be surrounded by industry leading specialists to train, develop and upskill you in all areas of paid media and have significant annual budgets to manage. If you’re a Senior Paid Search / Paid Social Executive, looking for your first step up into a Management role and are keen to develop yourself in the wider acquisition channel mix but haven’t had the opportunity from your current employer to do so, this may be the opportunity for you! Likewise, existing Managers who are keen to manage teams whilst also leading by example by first-in-class activations, the JD Sports team are keen to hear from you!Your day to day would look like: Demonstrate a sound understanding of all Paid Media elements, including campaign planning and best-in-class activation.Manage a team of two Paid Media SpecialistsComplete performance reports to a high standard, offering context and insight.Oversee the monitoring of daily delivery and performance and ensure regular optimisation of all campaign elements (segments, creative, landing pages, etc.) based on agreed campaign KPIs.Carry out daily budget checks to ensure spend phasing & performance falls in line with the agreed strategy, reacting to current trends and implement changes where necessary.Develop relationships with key partners to nurture performance growth (Google, Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, YouTube etc.)Where possible work closely with other digital and non-digital channels to identify channel integration opportunities.Collate data, examine and generate reports to carry out performance analysis to proactively ensure best possible results & identify opportunities. Your skills & experience: 4+ years’ experience in Paid Media – either Paid Social or Paid Search – both would be highlyDesirableeCommerce experience is essentialLiterate in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Office365, Google DocsEffective communication skillsAnalytical & problem solver As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Paid Media ExecutiveBury – office basedHighly competitive packages on offer dependant on experience Forward Role are proud to be supporting the JD Sports Group – one of the most prolific and highly regarded retail brands in the UK, as they continue their well-documented journey of market domination. The Group are now looking for a dynamic and passionate Paid Media Executive to join their market-leading in-house Paid Media team. Reporting into a talented and supportive Paid Media Manager, you will work across all major and emerging paid media platforms such as Google, Microsoft, YouTube, Meta, TikTok etc, managing the end to end performance campaigns with the support of your wider performance team.You’ll be surrounded by industry leading specialists to train, develop and upskill you in all areas of paid media, and will have clear progression routes set from week one. Many of Paid team started out at Executive level, and have progressed to Manager, Senior Manager and beyond! If you’re a Paid Search or Paid Social Executive, keen to develop yourself in the wider acquisition channel mix but haven’t had the opportunity from your current employer to do so, this may be the opportunity for you!Key responsibilities include: Demonstrate a sound understanding of all Paid Media elements, including campaign planning and best-in-class activation.Complete performance reports to a high standard, offering context and insight.Oversee the monitoring of daily delivery and performance and ensure regular optimisation of all campaign elements (segments, creative, landing pages, etc.) based on agreed campaign KPIs.Carry out daily budget checks to ensure spend phasing & performance falls in line with the agreed strategy, reacting to current trends and implement changes where necessary.Develop relationships with key partners to nurture performance growth (Google, Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, YouTube etc.)Where possible work closely with other digital and non-digital channels to identify channel integration opportunities.Collate data, examine and generate reports to carry out performance analysis to proactively ensure best possible results & identify opportunities. Your skills & experience: 12 months+ in Paid Media – either Paid Social or Paid Search – both would be desirable however experience within at least one of the channels would sufficeLiterate in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Office365, Google DocsEffective communication skillsAnalytical & problem solver As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

A scaling SaaS business is hiring a hands-on Head of Growth to build, own, and scale the fast-growing B2C business - a rapidly expanding revenue stream projected to hit $1.1M next year with significant upside. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role ideal for an operator who knows how to design and run a modern, data-driven growth engine.What You’ll Own Full B2C growth strategy across acquisition, conversion, and lifecycle retentionMulti-channel lead generation (paid social/search, SEO, content, affiliates, partnerships)Conversion rate optimisation across the entire user journeyPost-purchase growth: activation, retention, renewals, upsell pathsForecasting, funnel performance, CAC/LTV modelling, and B2C P&L impactCross-functional leadership with Product, Media, GTM, and Executive teams  What You’ll Do Build and scale a high-performing B2C growth engine end-to-endCreate high-converting funnels, landing pages, onboarding flows, and email journeysRefine the B2C value proposition and align it with product developmentRun continuous experimentation to improve channel efficiency and reduce CACGrow an active base of high-value individual users who influence team/enterprise salesManage an AI-enabled MarTech/RevOps stack and build clear performance dashboards What You Bring 5+ years building and scaling B2C or prosumer SaaS (ideally to $5M+ ARR)Proven success owning acquisition, conversion, and retention at scaleDeep experience in growth experimentation, lifecycle marketing, and LTV expansionStrong analytical mindset and mastery of SEO, paid acquisition, and growth frameworksStrategic thinker with hands-on execution skills and excellent cross-functional communication How Success Will Be Measured B2C revenue growthCAC payback (target 1–2 months)Full-funnel conversion ratesLTV, renewals, and churn reductionChannel efficiency and impact of experimentation As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Digital Marketing Executive Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Location: Manchester City Centre - Hybrid (3 days in office)We’re working with a fast-growing Manchester-based business looking to hire a Digital Marketing Executive to support and scale their digital activity across multiple channels.This is a broad, hands-on digital role, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants real ownership across paid media, CRM, content, email, social and website performance.The roleYou’ll be responsible for planning, executing and optimising digital campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and performance. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll play a key part in shaping and delivering the wider digital marketing strategy.Key responsibilities include: Managing and optimising paid media campaigns (e.g. Google Ads, Paid Social)Planning and delivering organic and paid social content across key platformsCreative Content CreationCreating, building and optimising email marketing campaignsManaging and developing CRM activity, including segmentation, automation and reportingSupporting ongoing website updates, content changes and landing page optimisationWorking to improve website performance with A/B testing, conversion rates and user journeysMonitoring performance, analysing results and making data-driven improvementsSupporting wider digital and marketing initiatives as the business continues to grow About youYou’ll be a well-rounded digital marketer with hands-on experience across multiple channels and a strong commercial mindset.You’ll ideally have: Proven experience in a broad digital marketing roleHands-on experience with paid mediaStrong understanding of social media marketingExperience with email marketing and CRM platformsExposure to website management and optimisation (CMS, landing pages, CRO) If you think this sounds like a role that could be of interest, then please APPLY NOW! For more information, email me directly elliott@forwardrole.com or call 07514950292.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.