Paid Search Account Executive (Entry-Level)

Location: London, England, United Kingdom
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Agency: Kinesso - United Kingdom
Ref#: 16410
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Type of Contract: Regular

About Us 

KINESSO is the technology-driven performance marketing agency that sits at the very heart of IPG Mediabrands, providing actionable growth for both our agency partners and clients. We turn 'action' into 'outcome' for our clients, leveraging our unique capabilities in optimization, analytics, AI, and experimentation. KINESSO has brought together the collective power of what was formerly Matterkind, Reprise, and Kinesso under one collective entity that will serve as the most powerful delivery engine in the industry. We have extensive offerings spanning performance marketing and data and technology. Fuelled by a deep understanding of consumer behaviour, we offer an end-to-end engine of planning and optimization while also delivering on data-driven strategy for social platforms, actionable growth in e-commerce, and creating curated marketplaces specific to each client's function and needs. The company has more than 6,000 employees operating in more than 60 countries. Learn more at www.KINESSO.com 

 

Role Description 

For our Search team, we are looking for a Search Executive who will support primarily their Account Manager alongside the wider Search team. The role will involve developing a full understanding of search engine marketing, assisting the team in the building and optimisation of campaigns as well as using both analytical and creative skills to fulfil a broad range of projects.

The right candidate will have excellent numeracy, written and oral communication skills and the ability to demonstrate keen attention to detail. General enthusiasm and a can do attitude are a must.

 

Key Tasks & Responsibilities 

General

  • Complete timesheets on a regular, minimum of a weekly basis 
  • Ensure work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines 
  • Adhere to quality assurance policies and processes
  • Demonstrate the ability to self-manage and be efficient at completing a variety of tasks

SEM

  • Develop foundational knowledge of Search Engine Marketing, by attending training, obtaining relevant qualifications and keeping up to date with industry news and developments  
  • Develop a full working knowledge of all reporting and tracking tools as well as Excel and PowerPoint
  • Contribute to developing new products and ways of working that improve SEM results  

Campaign Management  

  • Fulfil relevant daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly tasks, ensuring that all campaigns are executed to plan and meet the targets  
  • Work closely with your Account Manager to ensure that: 
  • Campaigns are set up and optimised in the correct way, according to brief and best practice  
  • Campaigns are monitored daily and hit relevant targets   
  • Data for reports are pulled accurately and presentations are created to the highest level of quality and integrity
  • Provide regular results analysis, reporting and recommendations  
  • Under the guidance of your manager, develop and distribute accurate contact reports from meetings and conversations within 24 hours 
  • Keep the account team updated on the status of account activities 

Innovation & Initiative 

  • Contribute to the improvement of reporting, including testing and developing features and functionality in Excel and other software utilised by the team 
  • Assist in the development and streamlining of processes involved in data capture, automated reporting and quality assurance 
  • Use your personal passion and creativity to help develop intelligent, innovative and effective ideas and process improvements for your projects/tasks 
  • Contribute  your own ideas and opinions on your client’s business, how we work, and the industry we are in; establish a presence in the agency; have a voice in meetings 

 

About You

  • You thrive in a team environment but also are independent and motivated
  • You possess excellent numeracy skills and an analytical mindset with the ability to draw actionable insights from data sets to help pinpoint where to optimise campaigns and improve performance
  • You are a confident communicator, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • You know how to manage your time and prioritise tasks effectively. The role often involves managing multiple big projects with set deadlines at one time whilst maintaining your BAU tasks and ad hoc requests
  • You are a proactive person, a real go-getter
  • You are process driven and pay close attention to the details.
  • You are not afraid to ask questions and communicate your thoughts – we value everyone’s opinion
  • You must be excited by the digital landscape and want to drive performance for the client

 

Employee Transparency 

At IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at [email protected] if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application. 

 

THE PERKS 

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:  

  • Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as the minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year  
  • Free breakfast and free lunch  
  • Early finish Fridays 
  • Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)   
  • Retail discounts 
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice car scheme 
  • Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs 
  • Interest-free season ticket loan  
  • Paid time off for Volunteering  
  • Group Income Protection  
  • Life Assurance  
  • Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)  
  • Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%  
  • Generous Parental Leave & Pay   
  • Independent mortgage advice  
  • Financial education  
  • Employee Assistance Programme  
  • Free eye tests  
  • Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!
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