PPC Executive

Summary

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Location London, Manchester Job Family Commercial Job Type Full Time Posted Date 02-Oct-2025 Ref # 69468

This is a 6-Month FTC

We are looking for a PPC Executive with experience in implementation and optimisation of PPC campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Virgin Media O2 digital team and be an active member of a team of in-house PPC experts, building the framework for how we approach PPC advertising going forward. 

Digital marketing is an essential function within Virgin Media O2 responsible for driving online sales. In this role you will take ownership of some areas of our PPC  activity. You will be responsible for ensuring that we deliver innovative campaigns that meet Performance objectives through a clear test-and-learn approach. You will work closely with internal teams, Google, Microsoft and key partners to lead innovation in AI adoption, automation maturity, and data-driven optimisation.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

• Comfortable with  analysing large data sets and making data-led recommendations
• Experience of working within PPC ideally across Google and Microsoft Ads
• Ability to work in an agile environment with a fast-moving Digital team
• SA360 is desirable but not essential
• strong analytical mindset and creative problem-solving skills
• Day-to-day campaign and budget management across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads and SA360 
• Support the testing, scaling and optimisation of AI-driven campaign solutions 
• You will be working closely with our PPC Managers & the rest of the PPC Team to conceptualise, execute & review campaigns.
• Continuously analyse and optimise performance, driving efficiency and growth through data-led decision making
•  Solid understanding of PowerPoint and Excel with the ability to present analysis clearly

The other stuff we are looking for What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency based assessment.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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