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PPC Specialist Chester – 3 days in Up to £45,000Forward Role are proud to be working with a well-established travel business based in Chester, on a very exciting, pivotal new hire for their in-house Digital team. They're looking for a PPC Specialist to take full ownership of paid search across a portfolio of travel brands - a proper hands-on, strategy-led role with real budget responsibility and clear commercial accountability.The OpportunityThis is a business that takes paid media seriously. You'll be managing campaigns across multiple travel brands, destinations and seasonal products, with a focus on driving high quality enquiries and bookings rather than just clicks and impressions. The travel sector brings its own complexities - longer research cycles, high consideration purchases, seasonal demand patterns - and they want someone who understands how to build and optimise campaigns around those dynamics.What the Role InvolvesYou'll be planning, launching and managing paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, structuring activity across multiple brands, destinations and product categories. A big part of the role is continuous optimisation - working to improve CPA, ROAS and enquiry quality, testing ad copy and landing pages, and implementing remarketing strategies suited to longer booking journeys.You'll also have genuine budget responsibility, making decisions about where to scale and where to pull back based on commercial performance. Alongside the hands-on campaign work, you'll be producing regular reporting and translating performance data into clear insights for marketing and commercial stakeholders. There's also a collaborative element - working closely with SEO, content, website and sales teams to improve conversion rates and ensure tracking and attribution are properly in place.What They're Looking ForAt least three years of PPC or paid search experience is essential, along with strong working knowledge of Google Ads across Search, Display, Performance Max and remarketing. You'll need to be comfortable managing complex, multi-campaign account structures and confident using GA4, conversion tracking and tag management tools. Strong analytical ability and attention to detail are a must — this is a role where the data has to inform every decision.Experience in travel, luxury or hospitality would be a bonus, as would a background in high-value or high-consideration purchases, multi-brand or international campaign management.In SummaryIf you're a PPC specialist who wants a role with real scope, genuine commercial impact, and the complexity that comes with managing paid search across a portfolio of travel brands, this is well worth a conversation. Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, based in Chester with hybrid workingAs 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.

SEO SpecialistChester – 3 days in £40k The OpportunityForward Role are excited to be partnering with a long-established Travel brand, as they look to secure a brand new SEO Specialist to take ownership of organic search performance across multiple websites. This isn't a tick-box SEO role - they want someone who can think strategically, get hands-on technically, and work collaboratively with content and development teams to drive meaningful growth!The travel sector is a highly competitive search environment, and this business is serious about investing in organic as a long-term acquisition channel. You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence content direction, and see the direct impact of your work through enquiries and bookings.What the Role InvolvesYou'll be developing and executing SEO strategies across several travel brands, covering everything from destination pages and travel guides through to inspirational planning content. On the technical side, you'll be conducting audits, working with developers on implementation, and supporting site migrations and launches. Day-to-day you'll be monitoring performance through GA4 and Search Console, analysing competitor activity, and presenting insights to marketing and commercial stakeholders.What They're Looking ForYou'll need at least three years of solid SEO experience, a strong grasp of technical SEO and on-page optimisation, and confidence working across multiple sites or large content structures. Proficiency with tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush or Screaming Frog is expected, as is experience with GA4 and Google Search Console.Experience in the travel, tourism or hospitality sector would be a real advantage, as would a background in destination or editorial content, international SEO, or digital PR and link building - though these aren't dealbreakers for the right candidate.In SummaryThis is a great opportunity for an SEO professional who wants to work in an exciting global sector, with a business that has the content, the brands, and the ambition to grow. Up to £45,000 depending on experience, based in Chester with hybrid working.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.

Client Partner, AI Transformation | Remote (UK) | £70,000–£100,000 + Uncapped Commission | PermanentAI adoption has moved past the hype. Organisations now need someone who can help them actually do something with it — redesigning workflows, building governance frameworks, and getting employees using tools like Copilot, Claude, and ChatGPT in ways that drive measurable business outcomes.This is a senior, consultative sales role with a fast-growing AI training and transformation provider that works with the likes of Nvidia, GSK, PwC, and the NHS. You'll be owning commercial opportunities end-to-end — from discovery through to close — across enterprise accounts.The role: Own the full sales cycle from qualified pipeline through to close across enterprise and mid-market accountsLead multi-stakeholder conversations across HR, L&D, IT, Finance, Operations, and C-suiteDiagnose client needs across AI strategy, workflow redesign, adoption, governance, and workforce capabilityShape opportunities into structured AI transformation programmes — not off-the-shelf training proposalsBuild commercial business cases tied to productivity, cost reduction, and workforce readinessWork closely with delivery and solutions teams to design role-based programmes with measurable outcomes We're looking for: 5+ years in enterprise or consultative B2B sales — transformation, advisory, SaaS + services, AI, or workforce capabilityProven ability to sell to senior stakeholders and navigate complex, multi-threaded buying groupsStrong discovery and business case skills — you diagnose before you sellAbility to connect AI capability to commercial outcomes (margin, productivity, growth)Experience with a structured sales methodology (MEDDICC or similar) is a plusBackground in digital transformation, L&D, or Microsoft/Salesforce/ServiceNow ecosystems is highly relevant What's on offer: £70,000–£100,000 base salary + uncapped commissionFully remote (UK-based)Pension, laptop, and wealth planning supportHigh ownership role in a market that's genuinely moving If you're interested, apply now or email aidan.peart@forwardrole.comAs 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.

AI Apprenticeship Coach | Remote | £50,000 – £70,000 | Permanent | RemoteA national training provider specialising in funded AI and digital apprenticeships is looking for an experienced AI Coach to join their team. You'll be coaching working professionals (managers, team leads, and digital transformation professionals) through Level 5 AI Leadership apprenticeship units, helping them build the confidence and capability to drive AI adoption within their organisations.This is a fully remote role with a strong portfolio of AI-specific programmes already up and running, covering everything from AI strategy and opportunity identification through to governance, procurement, and organisational transformation. If you've got genuine AI expertise and experience coaching or training professionals in a workplace context, this is worth a look.The role: Delivering coaching and learning sessions to apprentices on the Level 5 AI Leadership programme (fully online)Supporting learners across three units: AI Strategy & Opportunity, AI Adoption, Procurement & Governance, and AI Delivery & Organisational TransformationManaging a caseload of apprentices, tracking progress, completing reviews, and supporting learners to meet their off-the-job requirementsProviding guidance on applying AI concepts in learners' own organisational contextsContributing to quality, standardisation, and learner outcomes We're looking for: Demonstrable knowledge of AI — tools, strategy, governance, adoption frameworks — ideally with hands-on implementation experienceExperience delivering training or coaching to professionals, ideally in a workplace or apprenticeship settingTAQA/CAVA qualification (or working towards) is desirable — training support available for the right candidateStrong communication and the ability to break down complex AI concepts for non-technical learnersComfortable working remotely and independently managing a caseload If you're interested, please apply now or email aidan.peart@forwardrole.comAs 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.

Head of Sales | South Wales (Hybrid) | £60,000 - £75,000 + Bonus | PermanentA digital learning specialist is looking for a Head of Sales to lead their commercial function as they push into the England market. This is a proper growth leadership role - you'll own revenue across multiple income streams, build out the sales team, and be the driving force behind apprenticeship and Skills Bootcamp expansion into new English regions.Based out of South Wales with hybrid working, this role will require ad-hoc travel across the UK The role Lead all commercial activity across Welsh apprenticeship and digital skills provision, England-funded programme growth, and a proprietary SaaS LMS platformDrive England market development — building relationships with Mayoral Combined Authority skills teams, DfE contacts, and employer networks to support Skills Bootcamp contract growth and apprenticeship pipelineManage and develop a geographically dispersed sales team of BDMs across Wales and England, including performance management and coachingOwn sales forecasting, pipeline management and revenue reporting across all income streams via CRM (HubSpot)Identify and pursue new Skills Bootcamp procurement opportunities as they emerge across English Combined Authority areasSupport the commercial growth of the provider's LMS platform, including cross-sell and upsell into existing employer relationshipsEmbed consistent sales processes, governance, and commercial behaviours across the team What we're looking for Demonstrable BD or sales leadership experience in the apprenticeship, Skills Bootcamp, or funded training sector in England — minimum 5 years in a relevant commercial roleWorking knowledge of the DfE funding landscape, apprenticeship contracting, and Skills Bootcamp procurementProven experience managing and developing a sales team, including performance managementStrong track record of building strategic employer and stakeholder relationshipsExperience owning revenue targets across multiple income streamsCRM proficiency — HubSpot desirable Desirable: Experience selling technology or SaaS products in an education or workforce development contextExisting networks in the West of England, Devon, or West MidlandsFamiliarity with the Welsh training provider landscape If you're interested in this role, please apply now or email aidan.peart@forwardrole.comAs 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.

We're recruiting Skills Coaches on behalf of a well-established training provider delivering Adult Skills Fund programmes across Liverpool. Skills Coach (Level 2/3) — Adult Skills Fund | Barnsley| Freelance/Contract | Hybrid You'll be supporting adult learners through a broad curriculum — helping people build skills that make a genuine difference in their lives and careers. A great opportunity for experienced coaches with a background in health, social care, or business skills delivery. What You'll Be Delivering Autism Awareness Counselling Skills Business Administration Customer Services Health & Social Care What We're Looking For A recognised Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, or equivalent) A Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, PTLLS, AET, or equivalent) Experience delivering ASF or AEB-funded programmes Ability to engage adult learners from diverse backgrounds How to Apply Apply below or contact Aidan at aidan.peart@forwardrole.com — first-stage interviews are already being arranged. 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.

We're proud to be supporting our client, a fast-growing international e-commerce business, as they look to recruit a German and Dutch-speaking Paid Media Executive to join their team. Paid Media Executive (German/Dutch Speaking) Remote (office in Birmingham optional attendance) Salary up to £35k About our client Founded just six years ago, they've already scaled to over 380 employees across 12 locations — and the growth shows absolutely no sign of slowing down! The role This is a hands-on, executional role working under the guidance of an experienced Performance Marketing Manager. You'll take ownership of paid advertising campaigns across Germany and the Netherlands, managing activity across Google Ads and Bing while also getting stuck into localisation work — adapting product listings and catalogue content for both markets. You'll be well supported by global digital, creative, and technical teams throughout. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to develop their paid media career in a genuinely international environment, working alongside a team who have built and scaled markets from the ground up. What the role involves Building and managing Google Ads and Bing campaigns across Search and Shopping Conducting keyword research, audience targeting, and competitor analysis Writing ad copy in German and Dutch and collaborating with the creative team on assets Localising product listings and catalogue content for the German and Dutch markets Monitoring campaign performance daily and optimising bids, budgets, targeting, and creatives Analysing performance data using Google Ads, GA4, and other tools to identify trends and opportunities Ensuring campaign spend aligns with budget targets and KPIs such as CPA and conversion rate Collaborating with internal SEO, creative, and web teams to align campaigns with the wider marketing strategy Keeping up to date with Google Ads and Bing updates and industry best practices What we're looking for Essential: 1+ years of hands-on experience with Google Ads and/or Bing Ads Fluent in German, written and spoken Business-level proficiency in Dutch would be ideal Comfortable working with budgets and towards performance KPIs Able to analyse campaign data and make performance-driven decisions Proficient across the Google suite Degree level education Nice to have: Full fluency in Dutch Experience in e-commerce Familiarity with Google Merchant Centre and Shopping feeds Experience localising content for non-English speaking markets SEO experience Magento experience A bit more about the opportunity This is a business with a real start-up mentality — they move quickly, back their people, and give them genuine room to grow. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment and want to develop your skills on an international stage, this could be a really exciting next step. 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 supporting a rapidly growing subscription platform, as they look to recruit a Paid Media Manager to join their marketing team. Paid Media Manager Altrincham – 3 days in Salary up to £50k plus bonus Based in a modern office in Altrincham town centre, this is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business with a brilliant culture - working with some of the UK's best-loved brands and genuinely investing in the development of their people. This is a commercially focused, ownership-level role with real scope to make an impact from day one. The role Reporting into the Head of Digital, you'll take full ownership of paid media acquisition and member engagement across Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, and other performance marketing platforms. You'll be responsible for driving both new member acquisition and in-life engagement with existing members, with a strong focus on CPA performance, testing velocity, and acquisition scalability. You'll work closely with the CRM, Social Media, Content, and Design teams to ensure paid activity is backed up by strong creative assets, landing pages, and campaign messaging. What the role involves Owning and managing paid media activity across Google Ads, Meta, and TikTok Developing and optimising campaign structures to maximise trial acquisition and member engagement while hitting CPA and ROAS targets Running structured A/B testing across audiences, ad copy, creative formats, and landing pages Continuously monitoring performance and adjusting bidding, targeting, and budgets to drive better results Identifying opportunities to expand acquisition through new campaign types and targeting strategies Tracking and reporting on performance across key metrics including CPA, conversion rate, engagement, and ROAS Working with the Product and Digital teams to optimise landing pages and conversion paths Collaborating with the CRM team to ensure paid campaigns support lifecycle messaging and member engagement Aligning paid media activity with wider marketing campaigns and commercial priorities What we're looking for Essential: 3+ years of hands-on experience managing paid media campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, and TikTok Strong understanding of performance marketing principles including CPA optimisation, conversion tracking, and campaign testing Experience managing paid media budgets and making data-driven optimisation decisions Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret campaign performance and turn it into action Experience collaborating with creative, content, and CRM teams Comfortable working at pace in a performance-driven environment Skills and attributes: Strong commercial understanding of customer acquisition and digital marketing performance Comfortable with marketing analytics tools and campaign reporting Ability to manage multiple campaigns and testing streams at the same time Excellent attention to detail and a data-first approach to decision making A collaborative working style and strong communication skills What's on offer A genuine opportunity to own a channel and make your mark in a fast-growing business Hybrid working with flexible arrangements Competitive salary and benefits Career development and training opportunities A friendly, supportive team environment The chance to work with some of the UK's best-loved brands How to apply If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you. Send over your CV and we'll be in touch with more detail about the business and the opportunity. 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 well-established UK consumer brand is looking to hire their next Content Executive! NEW ROLE: Content Executive Salary: £30,000 + Benefits Hybrid working: 2 days in the Manchester office / 3 days remote ⏰ Early finish Fridays (4:30pm) Opportunity to travel to studio and shoot locations Please note: a driving licence and access to a car will be required due to occasional travel between locations.A well-established UK consumer brand is looking to hire their next Content Executive, to join the growing digital marketing team based in Manchester.Operating across ecommerce, retail and commercial channels, the business has a long-standing presence within its sector and is continuing to invest heavily in digital growth, content and AI-led marketing initiatives.This opportunity would suit someone early in their marketing career who is looking to gain broad exposure across content creation, ecommerce and digital marketing within a fast-paced environment.Day to day you'll contribute to everything from product launch materials and blogs to video shoots, AI-generated imagery and retailer content requirements - This is a hands-on role within a collaborative and highly visible digital team.Key Responsibilities:✍️ Creating and managing content across digital channelsWriting product descriptions, FAQs, spec sheets and launch materialsSupporting blog, CRM and email campaign contentAssisting with photography, video shoots and creative content productionCoordinating shoots with freelancers, models and internal stakeholdersSupporting AI-driven content creation initiatives and workflowsUsing SEO and AI tools to support content visibility and performanceTracking and reporting on content KPIs and performance metrics️ Supporting the distribution of content across retailer and partner channelsWorking closely with ecommerce, channel and brand teams on campaign deliveryThe business is looking for a creative and confident individual with 1-3 years’ experience in content, marketing or digital. The ideal candidate will have strong written communication skills, an interest in AI and digital trends, and a proactive approach to content creation and collaboration.Email your CV toariana@forwardrole.comif you'd like to apply.hashtag#ContentExecutivehashtag#ContentMarketingJob 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 partnering with a prestigious higher education institution, as they look to recruit an SEO & AI Optimisation Specialist to join their in-house digital team. SEO & AI Optimisation Specialist – 12 month FTC Stoke – 3 days in office £35-38k About our client This is a genuinely exciting, long term contract at the cutting edge of where search and AI are heading, and a real opportunity to make a visible, measurable impact on how a well-known institution is discovered online. There is potential for this role to be made permanent. The role This is a hands-on delivery role sitting at the heart of the digital team, acting as the operational bridge between strategy and execution. Working closely with an external agency, you'll take audit findings and strategic recommendations and turn them into real outcomes — spanning technical SEO, content optimisation, and authority development. Crucially, this role also covers AI optimisation — how the institution appears in AI-generated responses and summaries. That's still a relatively new space, and this is a brilliant opportunity to get ahead of the curve and own it. What the role involves Implementing SEO and AI optimisation recommendations from agency audits and action plans Improving rankings and visibility for priority course, subject, and destination-related searches Optimising technical SEO including site structure, crawlability, performance, and metadata Identifying and delivering content improvements aligned to search intent Enhancing how the institution is represented in AI-generated answers and summaries Optimising content for clarity, authority, and answerability across the website Supporting activity to improve domain authority and strengthen the backlink profile Acting as the key link between the agency, web, content, and marketing teams Monitoring the impact of changes on search rankings, traffic, and AI platform visibility Supporting faster implementation of high-impact changes during critical recruitment periods such as Clearing What we're looking for Essential: Solid hands-on SEO experience, covering both technical and content-led optimisation Understanding of how AI platforms surface and cite content, and how to optimise for them Experience working within a CMS to deploy website updates Ability to translate strategic recommendations into practical, delivered outcomes Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills A data-driven approach to performance monitoring and continuous improvement Nice to have: Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organisation Familiarity with tools such as GA4, Google Search Console, and SEO platforms Experience working alongside or managing external agencies Knowledge of backlink development and domain authority building 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 delighted to be exclusively partnering with one of the UK’s most well-known and well-loved consumer brands on a genuinely exciting hire. Role: Marketplace Manager Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid – 2 days in office) Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE (flexibility available for an exceptional candidate) Permanent · Full-time About the role This is a household name, an established business with real scale and a loyal customer base and they’re now investing seriously in marketplace as a key growth channel. This is a hands-on Marketplace Manager role, focused on launching and managing marketplace channels from day one. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day running, optimisation and growth of marketplace operations across a broad and impressive portfolio of platforms — with Amazon at the core. You’ll also provide wider e-commerce support across the business’s websites when needed, and as marketplace scales, there’s a real opportunity to shape the strategy and build a team beneath you. If you’re a confident, commercially focused marketplace professional who thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment and wants genuine ownership, this is one to take seriously. What you’ll be responsible for Marketplace operations Own the day-to-day management and optimisation of multiple marketplace channels, with Amazon as the primary focus Use Channel Engine to manage marketplace integrations and streamline operations Work with marketplace account managers and platform partners to drive performance Manage marketplace-related digital activity including sponsored placements, banners, and campaign activity Growth & strategy Support the launch and growth of new marketplace partnerships across platforms including TikTok Shop, Tesco, B&Q, Debenhams, The Range, Wayfair, Next, eBay, JoyBuy, and Argos Identify and onboard additional marketplace opportunities as the channel evolves Help shape marketplace strategy as the function scales, with the potential to build and lead a team Provide cover and support for wider e-commerce website management when required What we’re looking for Proven marketplace management experience, ideally with hands-on Amazon expertise Strong operational e-commerce background with experience managing multiple platforms Experience with marketplace integration tools such as Channel Engine or similar Knowledge of digital marketplace advertising and sponsored placements Commercial awareness with a clear focus on driving sales growth and operational efficiency Ability to work independently and thrive in a lean, hands-on team environment Broader e-commerce platform management capability is a bonus This role comes with a competitive salary, great perks, and the chance to put your stamp on a high-profile marketplace function at a brand people actually know and love. If you’d like to know more, APPLY NOW! Email 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.

Forward Role are proud to be supporting our client, a rapidly expanding global marketplace, as they look to recruit a Paid Media Executive to join their growing Growth team. Paid Media Executive (open to Senior title) Leeds (hybrid, 1 day per week) Salary £30-40k Operating across the UK and into Europe, this business is scaling fast and Paid Media is one of their most important growth engines — driving discovery, demand generation, and customer acquisition across Google, YouTube, Display, Demand Gen, and emerging paid channels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team at a genuinely exciting stage of their growth journey, working across multiple international markets with real scope to develop your career. The role This is a hands-on, executional role focused on supporting the delivery, optimisation, and scaling of Paid Media activity across multiple markets. The primary focus is Google's broader media ecosystem — YouTube, Demand Gen, Display, and Performance Max — though Paid Search experience is a bonus. You'll work closely with Creative, CRM, Data, and Product teams to ensure campaigns are well-structured, creatively strong, and continuously improving. The team is based in Leeds and ideally looking for someone who can join them in the office one day a week, but they're open to candidates from further afield. What the role involves Building, launching, and managing campaigns across YouTube, Demand Gen, Display, Performance Max, and broader Paid Media channels Conducting thorough campaign QA before launch, checking targeting, audiences, budgets, assets, and tracking Supporting audience creation, segmentation, first-party audience usage, and targeting strategies Coordinating creative assets, translations, uploads, and approvals across markets Assisting with creative briefing — hooks, messaging angles, and asset requirements Monitoring campaign performance daily and flagging anomalies, opportunities, or scaling potential Supporting performance reporting and extracting actionable insights Validating conversion tracking, tags, and attribution setup Supporting localisation and market expansion workflows Contributing to testing roadmaps and wider Growth team initiatives What we're looking for Essential: Experience in Paid Media either in house or agency side for a minimum of 12 months – open to different levels of seniority A strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and turn it into action Understanding of creative testing, audience targeting, and campaign optimisation principles Strong attention to detail, particularly in campaign setup and QA Familiarity with Google Ads, YouTube, Demand Gen, Display, or similar advertising platforms Experience working with video and static creatives and providing constructive feedback Ability to manage multiple priorities and work at pace Strong communication and collaboration skills Nice to have: Paid Search / SEM experience Experience working across multiple international markets Familiarity with GA4, GTM, or tracking and tagging platforms Understanding of attribution and data pipelines Familiarity with AI tools and automation workflows Experience with video-first or creative-led advertising strategies 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 training provider with a strong reputation in apprenticeship and vocational delivery is looking for a Functional Skills Coach to join their team on a permanent basis. Functional Skills Coach | Barnsley (1 day/week) + Remote | £28,000–£32,000 | Permanent You'll manage a caseload of up to 50 learners aged 16+, delivering Maths and English through a blend of remote sessions and one day per week on-site in Barnsley — with a genuine focus on progress and outcomes rather than just compliance. This is a role for someone who understands adaptive teaching, knows how to work with learners facing real barriers, and wants to be part of a team that takes quality seriously. The role: Deliver Functional Skills Maths and/or English to learners aged 16+ across remote and face-to-face formats Plan and deliver individualised learning journeys informed by initial assessments and diagnostics (Century Tech) Manage a caseload of up to 50 learners, tracking progress via OneFile and meeting a minimum of 14 learner visits per week Contextualise delivery to learners' vocational sectors to drive engagement and retention Support learners with SEND and additional learning needs through adaptive teaching strategies Intervene early where learners are at risk and maintain accurate, timely records in line with funding requirements We're looking for: Proven experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English to post-16 learners Solid understanding of SEND and inclusive/adaptive teaching practice Experience using diagnostic assessment tools (Century Tech desirable) and e-portfolio platforms (OneFile preferred) Familiarity with Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DET or equivalent) — desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (or willingness to obtain) What's on offer: £28,000–£32,000 salary Predominantly remote with one day per week in Barnsley 35 days leave (25 days + bank holidays + birthday + Christmas shopping day) Westfield Health Plan (post-probation) and Health Assured from day one Early finish on the second Friday of every month To apply, get in touch with Aidan at Forward Role — send your CV to aidan.peart@forwardrole.com or apply directly 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 proud to be supporting our client, a rapidly expanding global marketplace, as they look to recruit a Paid Social Executive to join their growing team. Paid Social Executive (open to Senior title) £30-40k Leeds – 1 day in office About our client  They're scaling fast across the UK and Europe and pushing into new international markets and Paid Social sits right at the heart of how they're doing it -  and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing Growth team at a genuinely exciting stage of their journey! The opportunity Our client is looking for a hands-on Paid Social Executive to support the execution, optimisation, and scaling of their Meta activity across multiple markets. This is a highly practical role — you'll be involved in campaign setup, creative testing, performance analysis, and tracking, all while feeding insights back into a wider growth strategy. Meta is the primary channel, but over time you'll also support the exploration of TikTok, Pinterest, and other emerging platforms. You'll work closely with Creative, CRM, and Data teams throughout. The team is based in Leeds and ideally looking for someone who can be in the office one day a week, but they're open to candidates from further afield — so if this role excites you, please don't let location put you off getting in touch. What the role involves Building, launching, and managing Meta campaigns across UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, and new markets as they expand Reviewing creatives before launch — checking visuals, messaging, localisation, and compliance Running micro-tests on hooks, formats, copy, and audiences to continuously improve creative performance Monitoring campaign performance daily, flagging anomalies, and identifying opportunities to optimise Validating Meta tracking setup (pixel, events, conversions) and troubleshooting any issues Supporting performance reporting and generating structured insights for the wider team Assisting with localisation workflows — translation checks, spellchecks, and cultural relevance Supporting early-stage testing and scaling of new Paid Social channels such as TikTok and Pinterest Contributing to testing roadmaps, market launches, and wider Growth team initiatives What we're looking for Essential: Experience in Paid Social, with a strong focus on Meta (Facebook/Instagram) A strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data and turn it into action A solid understanding of creative testing and performance marketing principles Excellent attention to detail, particularly in campaign setup and QA Experience working with video and static creatives and providing constructive feedback Familiarity with Meta Ads Manager and Meta tracking (pixel, events, conversions) Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Nice to have: Experience working across multiple international markets Familiarity with AI tools for marketing and creative workflows Understanding of attribution, tracking, and data pipelines Experience with performance reporting tools or dashboards Experience or genuine interest in TikTok Ads, Pinterest Ads, or other emerging Paid Social channels 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.

We're recruiting Skills Coaches on behalf of a well-established training provider delivering Adult Skills Fund programmes across Liverpool. Skills Coach (Level 2/3) — Adult Skills Fund | Liverpool | Freelance/Contract You'll be supporting adult learners through a broad curriculum — helping people build skills that make a genuine difference in their lives and careers. A great opportunity for experienced coaches with a background in health, social care, or business skills delivery. What You'll Be Delivering Autism Awareness Counselling Skills Business Administration Customer Services Health & Social Care What We're Looking For A recognised Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, or equivalent) A Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, PTLLS, AET, or equivalent) Experience delivering ASF or AEB-funded programmes Ability to engage adult learners from diverse backgrounds How to Apply Apply below or contact Aidan at aidan.peart@forwardrole.com — first-stage interviews are already being arranged. 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.

We're a fast-paced, ambitious ecommerce business with a clear focus on growth and marketplace is at the heart of what we do. Marketplace Key Account Manager Location: Altrincham (Hybrid – 3 days in office) Salary: £28,000 – £40,000 DOE Permanent · Full-time About the role We're now looking for a commercially minded Marketplace Key Account Manager to take ownership of our key marketplace channels, drive performance, and help shape our next stage of growth. This is a high-impact role for someone who loves the combination of data, trading insight, and relationship management. You'll work closely with merchandising, ecommerce, product, and leadership teams and you'll have real ownership from day one. **There is a range of skills and responsabilities to be adopted under this role, and that reflects under the salary on offer.** What you'll be responsible for Account management Own and grow key marketplace accounts, driving sales, profitability, and performance Act as the primary contact for marketplace partners, building strong, collaborative relationships Monitor account health, performance metrics, and marketplace standards Commercial & trading Take ownership of sales performance, budgets, and P&L accountability across assigned channels Build and execute promotional calendars aligned to marketplace opportunities and trading periods Monitor competitor pricing, ranges, and activity to identify risks and opportunities Data & insight Analyse sales data, customer behaviour, and marketplace trends to identify optimisation opportunities Develop reporting frameworks and KPIs to track channel performance and present insights to leadership Use data to support pricing strategy, promotional decisions, and growth initiatives Growth & collaboration Identify new marketplace opportunities, partnerships, and scalable growth initiatives Collaborate with senior leadership to shape long-term marketplace strategy Work cross-functionally with ecommerce, merchandising, product, and operations teams This role comes with Great Perks, as well as a great holiday package and stellar modern & swanky office. If you’d like to know more, APPLY NOW! email 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.

This is a well-established, fast-growing international ecommerce business with over 60,000 products and a customer base that spans the globe. GEO & SEO Manager | Global Ecommerce Business  Salary up to £60k 3 days in York office About the Business Operating across multiple international markets with distribution infrastructure across Europe, the business has built genuine scale and is continuing to grow at pace. Recent financial performance has been exceptional. The business has delivered 30% revenue growth year on year, with both UK and international sales performing strongly. Momentum is building across every market and the investment strategy is working. This is a business on the up, with the commercial ambition and operational infrastructure to match. Technology sits at the heart of how they operate and how they plan to grow. AI-driven tooling is already embedded across the business, and organic search is considered a core strategic channel, not an afterthought. The Role This position exists for the best possible reason: the person who held it has just been promoted to Head of Organic. Rather than replace the role like for like, the business has taken the opportunity to reshape it around where search is genuinely heading! Generative Engine Optimisation now sits at the core of this remit alongside traditional SEO. This is a 450-person global business and they are investing seriously into getting ahead of the AI search shift, not reacting to it after the fact. What You Will Own LLM visibility and AI discovery, including brand presence in generative search, AI-cited content and share of AI recommendations Agentic commerce optimisation, structuring product data for AI shopping agents and the next generation of ecommerce discovery Organic performance across a large, complex product catalogue spanning multiple markets Technical SEO delivery in partnership with a strong engineering team Content and knowledge strategy built for both traditional search and AI platforms Cross-functional collaboration across marketing, content, merchandising and engineering The Team The performance function has been built with real intent. The Head of Performance joined from agency side within the last year and has already grown his team significantly. A subsequent exec hire has also hit the ground running. Progression here is fast and it is evidenced from day one, as this vacancy itself demonstrates. Who We Are Looking For You have built and run serious SEO programmes, ideally within ecommerce or a high-volume environment. Your technical grounding is solid. Above all, you are genuinely excited by what LLMs are doing to search and you want to be somewhere that gives you the backing and the space to lead on it. 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.

This brilliant digital based agency in the heart of Edinburgh who work with a number of well-known brands are looking for a Paid Social Manager to join their growing team.  Paid Social Manager Ecommerce Digital Agency Salary up to £40k Edinburgh- Hybrid  Having started the year really strong, they are now looking for a talented Paid Social Manager who can successfully lead client paid social accounts, with a key focus on ecommerce!  The role: Manage paid campaigns across Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, Pinterest and LinkedIn Monitor performance and optimise campaigns to improve ROI Manage budgets, targeting and campaign setup Analyse data and provide performance reports Collaborate with internal teams on wider marketing strategies As Paid Social Manager you will have responsibility for paid social strategy, planning and activation. They are looking for a Paid Social Manager with ambition and a genuine interest in social media and advertising! The Agency: Based in an amazingly designed central office space, this agency have a flexible hybrid working policy, 1 or 2 days a week is totally fine! A close-knit, collaborative and down-to-earth team who understand that work/life balance is so important Flexible working hours Career Development (regular training and events) Health Insurance Lots of team events and socials If you’re looking for a new role within an agency that go the extra mile for their staff, are growing impressively and really invest in your career development, then apply today! 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.

This brilliant digital agency in the heart of Manchester City Centre who work with a number of well-known brands are looking for a Paid Social Manager to join their growing team. Paid Social Manager Ecommerce Digital Agency Salary up to £40k Manchester City Centre- Hybrid Having started the year really strong, they are now looking for a talented Paid Social Manager who can successfully lead client paid social accounts, with a key focus on ecommerce!  The role: Manage paid campaigns across Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, Pinterest and LinkedIn Monitor performance and optimise campaigns to improve ROI Manage budgets, targeting and campaign setup Analyse data and provide performance reports Collaborate with internal teams on wider marketing strategies As Paid Social Manager you will have responsibility for paid social strategy, planning and activation. They are looking for a Paid Social Manager with ambition and a genuine interest in social media and advertising! The Agency: Based in an amazingly designed office space, this agency have a flexible hybrid working policy,  1 or 2 days a week is totally fine! A close-knit, collaborative and down-to-earth team who understand that work/life balance is so important Flexible working hours Career Development (regular training and events) Health Insurance Lots of team events and socials If you’re looking for a new role within an agency that go the extra mile for their staff, are growing impressively and really invest in your career development, then apply today! 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 proud to be partnering with one of Yorkshire's most established homeware retailers Senior Paid Media Executive £37k West Yorkshire – 3 days in A UK manufacturer and digital retailer that designs and produces everything in-house. With over two million products delivered nationwide, an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating, and a team of around 300 people, this is a business with real scale and serious ambition for further growth! The role Reporting into the Paid Media Manager, the Snr Paid Media Executive will take ownership of paid search and paid social across a portfolio of e-commerce brands. This is a hands-on role with genuine influence over budget and strategy from day one. Key responsibilities Manage and optimise paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, driving market share growth while maintaining spend efficiency Drive remarketing and upper-funnel prospecting through paid social channels including Meta, Pinterest and TikTok Manage cross-channel campaign alignment to prevent audience overlap and maximise budget efficiency Conduct regular SQR analysis, implementing negative keyword strategies and refining campaign structures to improve performance Run A/B tests across ad copy, creative assets, landing pages and shopping feeds Manage and optimise shopping feeds through product selection, titles and imagery Identify new target audiences through keyword and audience research, developing new campaigns accordingly Build and maintain PPC and e-commerce reporting to support data-driven decision making across the business Essential requirements Minimum 2 years of PPC experience, in-house or at agency level Proven track record managing paid search and shopping campaigns on Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and make clear recommendations Proficient in Google Analytics 4 Genuine interest in e-commerce and an understanding of cross-channel interactions Highly self-motivated and commercially focused Desirable Experience managing paid social campaigns on Meta, Pinterest, YouTube or TikTok Knowledge of attribution modelling and performance forecasting Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills If you are an ambitious paid media professional looking for your next challenge with a high-growth Yorkshire business, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential conversation. 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.

We're working with a leading digital learning provider, partnered with some of the biggest names in tech! Business Development Manager – Skills Bootcamps (Digital) £35,000 – £45,000 + Bonus | Remote with Regional Travel | Permanent A leading digital learning provider, partnered with some of the biggest names in tech, is expanding its Skills Bootcamp delivery across England and needs experienced BDMs to lead employer engagement across key regions. This is a commercially focused role sitting at the heart of funded digital skills delivery. You'll be building and managing verified employer networks, securing business commitments to interview and hire bootcamp graduates, and supporting the commercial activity that underpins DfE-funded provision. Priority regions for immediate hire (mid-June/July start): Oxford Liverpool West of England (Bristol/Bath) Devon Additional regions opening later in the year: West Midlands Birmingham The Role Build a verified employer network across your region — securing commitments to interview and hire Skills Bootcamp graduates Generate leads and manage relationships with employers, LEPs, Chambers of Commerce, and local growth stakeholders Represent the organisation at regional events and industry forums Work closely with delivery teams to align employer demand with live programme provision Track activity and hit KPIs around employer sign-ups and learner outcomes Support tender bids with evidence of employer engagement and regional market intelligence What We're Looking For Experience in Skills Bootcamp business development — this is the number one priority Background in employer-facing DfE-funded provision (Adult Skills Funding, apprenticeships) also considered FE/HE experience relevant but not essential Demonstrable employer network across one or more target regions Self-sufficient, target-driven, and comfortable owning a geography independently Familiarity with tender-led environments and funded delivery models The Package £35,000 – £45,000 basic (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonus Fully remote with regional travel Flexible working If you have a background in Skills Bootcamp BD or employer engagement within DfE-funded provision and you're based in or well-connected across any of the above regions, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with aidan.peart@forwardrole.com 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.

Content Creator (Social / Short-Form Video) £34,000–£37,000 + Highly Generous BonusManchester | Office/Site Based, One WFH dayOccasional Weekend Work RequiredPermanent, Full Time Position   This one is super exciting! Forward Role is partnered with one of the UK's most popular hospitality groups, as they look for a talented Content Creator to join the team.Day to day you'll produce short-form social content for social media channels. This role is focused purely on creating content - not managing social media or uploading posts. The Role Creating short-form video/Reels for Instagram and other digital channels Capturing food, drink, venue atmosphere and guest experience Producing lifestyle/social-first content that drives engagement Working closely with the marketing team on campaigns, launches and events Key Responsibilities✨ Film high-quality content on-site in busy venue environments✨ Edit engaging social-first content using CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite and similar platforms✨ Create polished edits optimised for Instagram and digital platforms✨ Build and maintain a strong content library for marketing use✨ Stay ahead of social trends and emerging content styles About YouYou must have previous content creation experience within food/drink, hospitality, leisure or lifestyle sectors - applications without this experience will not be considered. Proven experience in a content creation/social media content role Strong editing skills across CapCut and Adobe Excellent understanding of short-form video trends and storytelling Confident capturing content in fast-paced/live environments Portfolio/showreel required If you’re passionate about creating standout content and want to join an exciting popular brand, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to ariana@forwardrole.com to apply  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: Stockport (5 min walk to station) Salary: £50,000 – £60,000This is a rare chance to step into the most senior marketing role at a company that's genuinely growing fast. You'll own the entire marketing function including: paid social, organic content, email, channel strategy, all while leading and bringing real structure to a team of three. If you want a role where you can make your mark, this is it.You'll be the most senior person in the marketing team, so expect to both set the strategy and roll up your sleeves. Key Responsibilities: Managing and optimising large paid marketing budgets across PPC and paid social channels to maximise ROILeading and structuring the internal marketing team - setting priorities, ways of working, and holding the team accountable to resultsDriving customer acquisition through paid social (Meta, TikTok) and expanding into new channels - affiliates, email, emerging platformsOwning CRM strategy and execution through Klaviyo, including lifecycle marketing, segmentation, and automated flowsOwning and overseeing content creation - from campaign concepts to filming days and social outputManaging external agencies and partners, holding them to clear KPIs and timelinesMonitoring funnel performance - CAC, ROAS, conversion rates - and using data to inform every decisionEnsuring all marketing activity meets healthcare advertising regulations and compliance requirementsReporting on performance to senior leadership and the BoardA hands-on leader who's eager to get stuck in across all aspects of marketing, not just direct from the sidelines About the Business:We're a nationwide remote medical provider operating in a fast-growing, innovative area of private healthcare. Our clinician-led service delivers bespoke, personalised treatment plans to patients across the UK, and we're Care Quality Commission registered. We're at an exciting stage of growth and looking for the right people to help shape where we go next. The work is genuinely meaningful, our patients experience real, life-changing outcomes, and that sense of purpose runs through everything we do.Sound like something that could be of interest? APPLY NOW! or call 07514950292/ email elliott@forwardrole.comAs 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.