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Forward Role are proud to be supporting our client, an established UK home improvement specialist with nationwide installation teams, finance options and a strong reputation with customers. Paid Media Manager Prestwich, Greater Manchester | Full time, office based £40,000 to £45,000 Forward Role are proud to be supporting our client, an established UK home improvement specialist with nationwide installation teams, finance options and a strong reputation with customers. Leads drive the whole business, and they are now bringing paid search and paid social in house for the first time. You would be the very first Paid Media Manager they hire, at a very exciting time of growth for the team! It’s a hands-on role in a small, close-knit marketing team, reporting to the Head of Marketing. You’ll have real influence from day one, and the freedom to build the function your way. What you’ll be doing Activating, optimising and strategising lead generation campaigns across Google, Microsoft, Meta and TikTok Testing emerging channels and formats as you see fit, with the backing to try new things Optimising for lead quality and cost per sale, not just cost per lead Owning conversion tracking and reporting, and linking ad spend to appointments and revenue Taking over from any existing external activity and setting up the processes, dashboards and ways of working for the new in-house function Advising on budget, forecasting and how paid media fits alongside TV, print, direct mail and organic activity Briefing creative and working with web and sales teams to improve landing pages and lead conversion What you’ll bring Proven hands-on experience running paid search and paid social lead generation, in house or agency side Strong Google Ads and Meta experience, plus Microsoft Ads and TikTok, or the appetite to learn them quickly Confidence with GA4, Google Tag Manager, conversion tracking and attribution A commercial mindset and a track record of improving cost per lead and lead quality A curious, proactive approach, and comfort rolling your sleeves up in a small team Desirable: experience in home improvement or other high-ticket lead generation, CRM and offline conversion imports, and setting up or bringing a paid function in house What’s on offer £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience The chance to build and own paid media for an established, growing brand Freedom to test, experiment and trial new channels A small team where your work is visible and your ideas are heard 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.

You will support the Digital Trading team with merchandising across digital. The aim is to have the right products at the right time, in the right quantities and at the right price. You will report to the Digital Trading Manager. Digital Trading AssistantLocation: Manchester (Hybrid, 3 days a week in the office)Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 Contract: Permanent - This is a Junior role for someone with 6 months plus experience The roleYou will support the Digital Trading team with merchandising across digital. The aim is to have the right products at the right time, in the right quantities and at the right price. You will report to the Digital Trading Manager. Key responsibilities Product set-up: Maintain online product styles and categories, uploading ranges in line with seasonal deadlines using Pimberly. Product pages: Work with the product and marketing teams to keep descriptions detailed and accurate, and support the Digital Trade Executive with optimised listing pages. Translations: Coordinate translated product descriptions with the external agency for regional launches. Merchandising: Create high converting collection pages and use visual merchandising tools to keep the most relevant product visible. Promotions: Build multi-buys and promotional codes in line with the Digital Trading plans. Reporting: Report on trade performance, upload progress and stockholding, sharing insights and recommending action. Compliance: Follow consumer and data protection policies, in line with the Group’s GDPR strategy. About you Entry-level digital trading experience in a fast-paced commercial environment preferred, but not essential Numerate, with experience of working with large data sets A good understanding of the customer journey Consideration for the financial impact of trading decisions Experience of complying with GDPR Useful experience: Excel, ERP systems, Bloomreach, Google Analytics, Contentsquare, Power BI Interested?Apply Now! For more info get in touch via 07514950292 or email elliott@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.

Forward Role is recruiting a Senior Digital Trading Executive on behalf of a well-established fashion retailer, for a role sitting at the commercial heart of their digital trading function. Senior Digital Trading ExecutiveLocation: ManchesterSalary: £32,000 - £37,000 + Bonus This is an opportunity to own the in-season performance of a multi-brand ecommerce estate, working closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Data and Operations to drive sales, margin and sell-through across a fast-paced digital environment. The Role Own in-season digital trading performance, tracking sell-through, weeks of cover and availability by category, product, size and colour Optimise on-site navigation and findability, including mega-menu, search and filters, aligned to customer behaviour and campaign activity Deliver the digital trade plan, coordinating campaigns, promotions and launches with Brand and Marketing teams Manage stock, range and clearance strategy to protect margin and improve sell-through on slow-moving lines Analyse trading and promotional performance, using data and post-campaign reviews to shape future decisions Coach and support junior team members, acting as a subject-matter expert on trading and merchandising best practice Communicate risks and opportunities clearly to internal stakeholders across Brand and Group functions What We're Looking For 3+ years' experience in a digital trading or ecommerce role within a fast-paced commercial environment, ideally fashion or lifestyle retail Strong numerical and analytical skills, comfortable working with large, complex datasets Experience with site merchandising and product/stock management systems (e.g. Bloomreach, Magento, Pimberly or similar) Confidence using BI or analytics tools such as Power BI or Google Analytics A commercial mindset, with the ability to spot risks and opportunities and act decisively A collaborative approach, able to build strong relationships across Trading, Merchandising, Marketing and Operations What's On Offer Salary of £32,000 - £37,000, dependent on experience Discretionary bonus scheme Pension 25 days annual leave, rising with service Free on-site parking Inspiring, modern head office environment Genuine progression path within a growing digital trading team This is a strong opportunity for a digital trading professional looking to step up within a well-known, multi-brand retail business with a genuine focus on career development. Interested? Apply Now! For more info get in touch via 07514950292 or email elliott@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.

Lead Paid Search strategy for some of the UK's biggest retail brands!PPC Director | Global Media Agency | Manchester City CentreSalary £50k This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised media agency, taking the lead on Paid Search for a portfolio of household-name retail brands with multimillion-pound media budgets.They're looking for an experienced PPC Director to drive strategy, lead a talented team and become a trusted senior partner to some seriously exciting clients.With plenty of autonomy, big budgets and the opportunity to influence the wider Paid Search offering, this is a role where you can make a real impact.The Role Lead Paid Search strategy and performance across major retail accountsManage, mentor and develop a team of Paid Performance specialistsBuild strong senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic partnerDrive innovation, testing and automation to maximise campaign performanceCollaborate with wider media teams to deliver integrated strategiesPlay a key role in new business pitches, account growth and developing the Paid Search offering What We're Looking For 5+ years' experience in Paid Search, ideally agency-sideExperience managing large-scale campaignsStrong knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, SA360 and Google AnalyticsProven experience leading and developing teamsConfident managing senior client relationships and presenting strategyA commercially minded, ambitious leader with a passion for innovation What's On Offer? Manchester City Centre – office-based locationWork with household-name retail brands and multimillion-pound budgetsA senior leadership role with genuine autonomy and influenceExcellent training, development and career progression30+ days' holiday as standard + bank holidays Industry-leading wellbeing programmeA genuinely outstanding benefits package! This isn't just another Paid Search leadership role. You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy for some of the UK's biggest brands, develop a high-performing team and help drive the future of Paid Performance within a leading global agency.If you're ready for a role with bigger budgets, bigger brands and greater influence, we'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.

Lead Paid Search strategy for some of the UK's biggest retail brands!PPC Director | Global Media Agency | Manchester City CentreSalary £50k This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised media agency, taking the lead on Paid Search for a portfolio of household-name retail brands with multimillion-pound media budgets.They're looking for an experienced PPC Director to drive strategy, lead a talented team and become a trusted senior partner to some seriously exciting clients.With plenty of autonomy, big budgets and the opportunity to influence the wider Paid Search offering, this is a role where you can make a real impact.The Role Lead Paid Search strategy and performance across major retail accountsManage, mentor and develop a team of Paid Performance specialistsBuild strong senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic partnerDrive innovation, testing and automation to maximise campaign performanceCollaborate with wider media teams to deliver integrated strategiesPlay a key role in new business pitches, account growth and developing the Paid Search offering What We're Looking For 5+ years' experience in Paid Search, ideally agency-sideExperience managing large-scale campaignsStrong knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, SA360 and Google AnalyticsProven experience leading and developing teamsConfident managing senior client relationships and presenting strategyA commercially minded, ambitious leader with a passion for innovation What's On Offer? Manchester City Centre – office-based locationWork with household-name retail brands and multimillion-pound budgetsA senior leadership role with genuine autonomy and influenceExcellent training, development and career progression30+ days' holiday as standard + bank holidays Industry-leading wellbeing programmeA genuinely outstanding benefits package! This isn't just another Paid Search leadership role. You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy for some of the UK's biggest brands, develop a high-performing team and help drive the future of Paid Performance within a leading global agency.If you're ready for a role with bigger budgets, bigger brands and greater influence, we'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.

NOW HIRING: Content Creator South Manchester 4 days in office / 1 WFH Circa £35,000 This brand is one of the best in its field on TikTok and Insta and they’re looking for someone to be on camera making content every day. You’ll film, edit and post, so you need to be happy being the face of the brand and talking to camera like it’s second nature. You’ll be educating the audience, inspiring them through the brand, and showing them how the products fit into their lives. Some days that’s a product demo, other days it’s telling the story behind it and all of it should make people stop scrolling. You’ll also be part of the online community yourself, chatting with followers and pulling more people in. The audience is already there too, with a combined social media following of 165,000, and their Instagram Lives hitting 500+ viewers every night - so you won’t be building a following from scratch.What you’ll be doing: Filming pre-recorded, on-camera content for TikTok and Insta every day✂️ Editing it yourself, from shoot to post️ Selling products without it ever feeling like a sales pitch Telling the brand’s story so people feel like they know it Keeping on top of trends, competitors and what’s happening across social Using social listening and audience feedback to decide what to make next Bringing your own ideas and running with themWhat you’ll bring:✅ Confidence on camera & script writing experience✅ The ability to talk to an audience and keep them hooked✅ Editing skills and an eye for what works on each platform✅ A real interest in social media and the drive to act on what you spot✅ A proactive attitude and eagerness to take the content to the next level⭐ Bonus: you’re happy to jump on Lives tooWhy you’ll love it:✨ A reputable brand with a big, engaged community already in place✨ Real creative freedom and a platform to grow your own profile✨ A brand new role for you to mould! If you love being on camera, you’re always up to speed on what’s trending and you love coming up with ideas, this could be a great fit. Send your portfolio and CV toariana@forwardrole.comto find out more 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 your chance to be part of an agency renowned for their SEO work, who are leading the way in AI Search!Senior SEO Account ManagerManchester City Centre - Hybrid - 2 days p/w in office Salary £40- £45kForward Role are once again partnering exclusively with this multi award-winning digital agency as they look to hire a Senior SEO Manager. Based in Manchester City Centre, this agency continue to go from strength to strength when it comes to winning high-profile accounts and impressively growing!As they to build out their team further, they are looking to hire an experienced Senior SEO Account Manager who has proven experience of delivering SEO and AI Search strategies for clients. You’ll be working with an enviable client list, predominantly in the ecommerce sector.This is your chance to be part of an agency renowned for their SEO work, who are leading the way in AI Search.The role: Lead the delivery of SEO and AI Search strategies across a portfolio of client accountsDevelop and refine integrated search strategies, helping clients maximise visibility across traditional search engines and emerging AI platformsBuild strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and presenting performance insights and strategic plansMonitor campaign performance, budgets and resource allocation, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, results and ROIIdentify opportunities for account growth, supporting upsell and new business proposalsMentor junior team members and contribute to a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.  They are a close-knit bunch who really look after their staff - expect everything from group PT sessions, & company wellness days, to clear development plans and of course some fun socials thrown in there.  Progression and development opportunities are huge as you’ll have the chance to be part of an agency who are really going places!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.

Looking for an SEO role where you can actually own your accounts, run with your ideas and have some autonomy? SEO Manager Manchester City Centre | Hybrid | Salary up to £40k  We’re working exclusively with an established, growing digital & PR agency who are investing heavily in their new Manchester team, making this a great time to get involved. Already a renowned agency in the Midlands, they are now bringing this success to Manchester and looking to make a key hire. As their newest SEO Manager you’ll bring around 2 -3 years’ experience and know your SEO fundamentals, whilst also being ready to take more ownership. The Role Take ownership of a varied portfolio of SEO clients across Ecommerce, Retail and B2B Develop and deliver SEO strategies from start to finish Get hands-on across on-page, content, UX and technical SEO Run client calls and confidently talk through results and recommendations Use data to spot opportunities and improve performance Explore new opportunities across AI Search and emerging channels About You Around 3+ years’ SEO experience, ideally agency-side A strong SEO all-rounder- you don’t need to be super technical Comfortable managing clients and taking ownership of accounts Good understanding of tools such as GA4, Search Console, Ahrefs and Screaming Frog Proactive, organised and happy working autonomously Why Join? You’ll be joining an established agency with a growing Manchester presence, a down-to-earth team and continued investment in AI & Automation. There’s plenty of senior support from their brilliant Head of Digital but they want someone who’ll be trusted to run with their work rather than being micromanaged. You’ll also get 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, Christmas closure, your birthday off, flexible start/finish times, personal training budget, quarterly development days and regular socials. Hybrid: 2- 3 days per week in Manchester 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.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior PPC Specialist to join a growing, senior-only PPC agency in Manchester! Senior PPC Specialist £40,000- £50,000 | Manchester City Centre | Hybrid  An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior PPC Specialist to join a growing, senior-only PPC agency in Manchester! You’ll join as the third member of the team, working alongside 2 PPC powerhouses with a tonne of experience behind them, and you'll take full ownership of a portfolio of accounts from strategy, to delivery and client comms. There are no account management layers here, you’ll work directly with your clients and have real autonomy over your accounts. The role Own and manage Google & Microsoft Ads accounts end-to-end Manage Search, Shopping and Performance Max campaigns Work across eCommerce accounts with budgets ranging from a few thousand to six figures per month Review tracking across GA4, GTM, server-side and Consent Mode Provide insight across CRO, landing pages, product feeds and wider commercial performance Build strong, direct relationships with clients Help shape processes, tools and ways of working as the agency grows What’s on offer Hybrid working – 3 days in central Manchester Flexible working around 10am–3pm core hours 25 days holiday + bank holidays MacBook & iPhone PPC Hub membership + at least 2 industry conferences per year About you You’ll be an experienced, hands-on PPC specialist who enjoys understanding the bigger commercial picture, rather than focusing purely on clicks and campaign metrics. Ideally, you’ll have strong eCommerce experience, excellent Google Ads knowledge and confidence across Shopping and Performance Max. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to remain hands-on with PPC, own their work from start to finish and join an ambitious agency early enough to have a genuine influence on how it grows. 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.

Affiliate & Partnerships ManagerSalary up to £45kManchester – 4 days in office Forward Role are working with a fast-growing beauty eCommerce brand to find an experienced Affiliate & Partnerships Manager to take ownership of their affiliate channel at a really exciting point in the business's growth.This one's a bit different to a typical affiliate hire - our client already has a genuinely successful and very busy affiliate program from launching earlier this year, built up organically by the existing team across TikTok Affiliates, Shopify Affiliates and AWIN. It works, and it works well. What they need now is someone experienced enough to come in, understand why it's working, and bring the structure, strategy and ambition to take it to the next level as the business scales.If you're someone who's managed a high-volume affiliate program before and gets excited by the challenge of professionalising something that already has real momentum behind it, this could be a great next move.Key Responsibilities Own the day-to-day running of the affiliate and partnerships program across TikTok Affiliates, Shopify Affiliates and AWINDevelop and execute an affiliate and partnerships strategy to support the brand's next phase of growthBuild on the existing creator and affiliate base while identifying and recruiting new partners to expand reachManage relationships with existing affiliates and creators, ensuring strong communication and timely commission paymentsNegotiate commission structures, rates and partnership terms to maximise ROIMonitor, analyse and report on channel performance, using data to spot what's working and where there's room to growWork closely with the wider marketing team to align affiliate activity with campaigns, launches and key seasonal momentsBring more structure and process to a channel that's grown organically, without losing what makes it workKeep on top of platform updates and best practice across TikTok Affiliates, Shopify Affiliates and AWINCoordinate with Brand and Content teams to make sure affiliates and creators have the right assets and messagingManage budget allocation across the channel, tracking spend against performanceIdentify and test new affiliate networks or partnership opportunities as the channel scalesTroubleshoot day-to-day issues across an already busy, high-volume programPresent regular performance updates and recommendations to senior stakeholders What You'll Bring Proven experience managing an affiliate or partnerships program, ideally within eCommerce or DTCHands-on experience with AWIN or a similar affiliate networkExperience with TikTok Affiliates and/or Shopify Affiliates, or the confidence to get up to speed quicklyComfort managing a high-volume, fast-moving affiliate programStrong negotiation skills and experience managing commercial partner relationshipsThe ability to analyse performance data and turn it into clear strategy and actionExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple partner relationships at onceStrong written and verbal communication skillsA commercial mindset, with a good understanding of ROI and channel profitability Desirable (Not Essential) Experience in the health, beauty or DTC spaceExperience scaling an affiliate program from a grassroots stage into a more structured operationExisting relationships with creators, influencers or affiliates in a relevant nicheBroader experience with ShopifyFamiliarity with other affiliate networks or influencer marketing platforms 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.