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Contract Amazon PPC Manager - £350-380 per day (Outside IR35) - 6 month contract - 1 day a week in Midlands office Do you have hands-on experience running Amazon Sponsored Products and Sponsored Brands at scale?Have you managed a significant weekly ad spend for a large, multi-brand retail business?Are you looking for an Outside IR35 contract with real commercial impact? A leading global retailer is launching its own-brand products on Amazon in the US market, building on already well-established performance in the EU. They're looking for an experienced Amazon PPC Manager to take ownership of the US launch.You'll take full ownership of Amazon PPC performance for the US market, working within a fast-paced, matrixed retail organisation to launch and scale the brand's presence from the ground up.About the role: Managing and optimising Amazon Sponsored Products and Sponsored Brands campaigns for the US marketOwning a weekly ad spend of approx £100kWorking cross-functionally within a large, matrixed retail organisation, as well as managing a media agencyReporting on performance and results to senior stakeholdersApplying retail-specific Amazon strategy, including seasonality, promotions and product visibilitySupporting the launch and scaling of newly launched own-brand products in the US market About You: Hands-on experience with Amazon Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands and campaign optimisation at a similar scaleBackground within a large, established retail or FMCG business — this isn't one for candidates coming from small-business backgroundsA track record of driving performance improvements and reporting results to senior stakeholdersExperience with retail-specific Amazon strategy: seasonality, promotions and product visibilityComfortable working within large, cross-functional teams 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.

Senior CRM Executive Location: Liverpool (Speke) – Full time, office based Contract: Full time, permanentWe're working with a fast-growing outdoor and performance sportswear brand, born and headquartered in Liverpool, now recognised across the UK and increasingly overseas. The brand sits at the intersection of sportswear and streetwear, built for athletes and adventurers, and has grown rapidly through a loyal online community, standout retail partnerships and its own bricks and mortar presence. It's a business that's scaled fast without losing its founder-led, close-knit culture, and this is a great opportunity to join a CRM function playing a central role in that growth.They're now looking for a CRM Executive or Senior CRM Executive to join the CRM and Retention team, reporting into the CRM & Retention Lead. You'll help deliver the CRM and retention strategy across email, SMS, app push and loyalty; a hands-on role blending campaign delivery, customer journey optimisation and performance analysis.What you'll be doing: Owning campaign delivery end to end across email, SMS and app push, from briefing and building through to proofing, audience selection and schedulingSupporting key trading moments, product launches and promotions, working closely with Marketing, Ecommerce and CreativeWorking across UK and international markets, including coordinating translated contentBuilding customer segments using behavioural, transactional and engagement dataBuilding and optimising automated journeys within KlaviyoSupporting loyalty and retention initiatives more broadlyAnalysing campaign and journey performance, supporting testing and identifying opportunities for improvementKeeping an eye on competitor and industry activity to bring fresh ideas to the table What we're looking for: 1-2 years' hands-on CRM, retention or email marketing experience, including building and scheduling campaigns within a CRM platform or ESP (Klaviyo experience highly desirable)Experience building and optimising automated journeys, segmentation and personalised commsExposure to SMS, app push or loyalty communications would be beneficialConfidence analysing performance data and turning insight into commercially focused recommendationsExcellent attention to detail, with strong proofing and QA skillsHighly organised and proactive, comfortable managing multiple deadlines independently and working across teamsBackground in fashion, sportswear, retail or ecommerce would be beneficial What's on offer: Full time, permanent role, 100% office basedCompetitive salary, dependent on experience25 days holiday plus your birthday off and 8 bank holidays40% staff discount onlineOnsite parking, including EV charging pointsSliding scale annual company bonus schemeDeath in Service paying 4x annual salary 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 ExecutiveLocation: Blackburn (Hybrid) Salary: £30,000 – £35,000A great opportunity for a Digital Marketing Executive to join a growing business, splitting focus across two core areas: CRM & Email and SEO & Website.This is an exec/senior exec level role suited to someone with a solid grounding in digital marketing who's ready to take real ownership across two disciplines. Full training and support will be provided to get you up to speed, with the expectation that you'll build towards working independently across both areas.The role: Manage and optimise CRM and email marketing campaigns, from segmentation and automation through to performance reportingOwn the SEO strategy and website performance, driving organic visibility and improving on-site user experiencePlan and execute email lifecycle campaigns to support customer retention and engagementConduct keyword research, on-page optimisation, and technical SEO audits to improve search rankingsWork closely with the wider marketing team to align CRM and SEO activity with broader campaign goalsMonitor and report on performance across both channels, using data to shape ongoing strategy What we're looking for: Experience in either CRM/email marketing or SEO/website management (ideally some exposure to both)A proactive, self-starting approach, with the ambition to become fully self-sufficient across both disciplinesStrong analytical skills, comfortable working with data and reporting toolsExcellent communication skills, able to collaborate across teams APPLY NOW! For more info, call 07514950292 or 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.

Are you a hands-on digital marketer across CRM, lead gen and SEO? Contract role - Digital Marketing Specialist – 3 month contract – 2 days in Lancashire – £160-180 per day/£35-40k  Are you a Microsoft Dynamics 365 pro? Fancy a contract role where you'll own digital lead generation delivery from day one? We're recruiting for an experienced Digital Marketing Specialist to join a well-established UK logistics brand on a contract basis, supporting the Marketing team with hands-on delivery of digital lead generation activity across their priority sectors. The Role The Digital Marketing Specialist is a delivery-focused contract role, built around three things: CRM, lead generation and SEO. You'll be building and refreshing targeted prospect audiences, managing always-on outreach activity through Dynamics 365, and keeping SEO performance moving in the right direction — all while working closely with Marketing and Sales to keep qualified leads flowing into the business. About the Role: Building, segmenting and continually refreshing targeted prospect lists using Cognism and other approved data sources Managing prospect data, campaign lists, segmentation, journeys and tracking within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supporting always-on lead generation campaigns and routing qualified leads through to Sales Owning SEO activity — keyword research, on-page optimisation, metadata, internal linking and content recommendations Supporting SEA activity, including Google Ads setup, optimisation and conversion tracking Building and amending campaign landing pages, and making day-to-day content and conversion-focused website amendments Producing regular reporting on campaign performance, lead generation and conversion About You: Hands-on Digital marketing, CRM (Microsoft Dynamics 365), as well as SEO experience essential. Previous B2B marketing experience, ideally in a lead generation environment measured against qualified leads and pipeline Comfortable working independently and getting stuck in from day one Must be immediately available 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.

Contract role – Ecommerce Trading Manager – 6 month contract - £300-380 per day (Outside IR35) Are you a Shopify expert, who is as comfortable talking strategy as you are being hands on creating promotions?Are you commercially driven, data-obsessed Ecommerce Manager?Available immediately and keen to jump straight in ahead of Black Friday? We are looking for an experienced Ecommerce Trading Manager to take the reins of a beauty brand's commercial channels — Shopify, Amazon and TikTok Shop — and play a pivotal role in driving digital growth.The RoleThis is far more than "website management” – you will own the Shopify platform end-to-end while driving the commercial performance of the wider ecommerce estate — from promotional campaigns and product launches to SEO, UX and platform functionality. You'll use data and instinct in equal measure to spot opportunities across every customer touchpoint, working closely with Marketing, Product, Creative, Operations and Customer Service to keep the channels moving at the pace the business does.About the Role: Taking full day-to-day ownership of Shopify — products, collections, navigation, templates, pricing and promotional mechanicsBuilding and merchandising landing, collection and product pages to support campaigns and launchesManaging the Shopify app ecosystem and troubleshooting issues, briefing developers where neededUnderstanding Liquid, HTML and CSS fundamentals well enough to make minor fixes and brief bigger buildsOwning integrations between Shopify and third-party platforms, keeping product, inventory and customer data flowing correctlyDriving the ecommerce trading plan — promotions, launches, pricing and seasonal moments — and reporting on revenue, conversion, AOV and trafficTaking ownership of marketplace growth across Amazon and TikTok Shop: listings, content, catalogue health, pricing and promotional activityUsing data and customer insight to keep recommending what's next About You: Proven experience managing and developing a Shopify site in a fast-paced ecommerce environmentIdeally some marketplace experience — Amazon and/or TikTok ShopA commercial, customer-first mindset backed up by genuine technical Shopify know-howConfident owning digital trading and platform development end-to-end, not just executing someone else's planProactive and curious, always looking for the next opportunity to improve performanceBeauty, cosmetics or wider FMCG experience is a strong plusAvailable immediately to start, and willing to do 1-2 days a week in Liverpool   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 partnered with a reputable and fast-growing fashion brand, as they look for a Content Creator who lives behind the camera.   Content Creator Liverpool - Full time in office (flexi-time) £30,000 - £33,000 Working alongside the social and creative team, you'll plan, film and edit the short-form video that fuels product launches, campaigns and athlete partnerships, using both iphone and camera, organic and paid across Meta, TikTok, YouTube & more.   Day to day, you'll be: ☀️ Filming and editing short-form video for organic and paid social, website and wider campaigns ☀️ Producing social-first content across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest and emerging channels ☀️ Capturing behind-the-scenes content at campaigns, events, athlete shoots and product launches ☀️ Working closely with Creative Directors, Photographers, Designers and the Social & Brand teams ☀️ Directing athletes, ambassadors, influencers and models on shoots ☀️ Taking a brief and turning it into content that fits each channel ☀️ Keeping an eye on social trends and platform changes, bringing ideas back to the team   What you'll bring: ☀️ 1-3 years' content creation experience ☀️ Confident shooting and editing on phone and camera (Premiere Pro essential, CapCut/After Effects a bonus) ☀️ A real feel for lighting, pacing and what performs - backed by a portfolio ☀️ Fashion, apparel, sport, streetwear or retail background preferred ☀️ Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, juggling a few things at once   This isn't a channel-management role - you won't own the posting calendar. This role is about the work behind the lens: turning briefs into content that fits every platform without diluting the brand.   If you think this sounds like you, please send your CV and portfolio to ariana@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 partnered with a well-established B2B professional services business, as they look for a commercially minded Social Media Lead to turn social into a genuine lead-generation channel Social Media Lead Manchester - Hybrid (3 days in office) £45,000 - £55,000 + bonus This is a hands-on, strategic role with full autonomy, and it exists to generate sales, not just produce good content. You'll own the strategy end-to-end across the core business and its growing software product: content, campaigns, paid amplification and social selling, all built to turn social into a genuine pipeline of leads for the sales team.   Day to day, you'll be: ☀️ Creating engaging, social-first content across the business ☀️ Developing social campaigns specifically designed to generate leads ☀️ Turning subject-matter expertise and product updates into compelling content ☀️ Building employee advocacy and social selling among the sales team ☀️ Testing paid-social campaigns to amplify successful organic content ☀️ Developing audiences for retargeting and future campaigns ☀️ Tracking leads and opportunities generated through social   What you'll bring: ☀️ Strong hands-on social media experience, ready for greater ownership and commercial impact ☀️ B2B experience essential - SaaS, software or professional services a strong advantage ☀️ A track record in organic growth, lead generation and paid social ☀️ Comfortable with analytics, attribution and measuring commercial performance ☀️ Creative, curious and commercially minded - full subject-matter training provided   This isn't a role where you'll inherit a rigid playbook - you'll help build one, with access to subject-matter experts, a sizeable sales team and a large existing customer base.   If you'd like to apply, please send your CV to ariana@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.

Are you a paid-media savvy marketer looking to make your mark on a B2B Lead Generation function? Campaign Marketing ExecutiveLocation: Altrincham (Hybrid)Salary: £28,000 – £32,000Contract: 12 Month FTC We're recruiting on behalf of a growing organisation for a Campaign Marketing Executive to join their Sales & Marketing team on a 12 month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on, campaign-focused role for someone who understands what it takes to turn digital activity into real pipeline: MQLs, SQLs, and new business. What you'll be doing: Owning campaign delivery: planning, developing and implementing the organisation's overall campaign strategy, working closely with an external PPC agency and the Sales Development Manager Driving lead generation: supporting B2B and ABM campaigns designed to generate new customers and repeat business Managing the full campaign lifecycle: audience identification, core messaging, budget management and performance tracking across web, search, paid advertising, social and email Producing content: creating campaign content and design, including personalised landing page copy aligned to the wider marketing strategy Reporting on performance: tracking data and metrics, and turning them into actionable insight and recommendations for optimisation and attribution Staying ahead of the market: conducting research and gathering insight to inform campaign direction Collaborating cross-functionally: working with teams across the business to develop and implement strategies that align with wider commercial objectives What we're looking for: Paid media experience: a solid understanding of paid channels (PPC, Display, paid social), along with SEO and Google Analytics B2B lead generation background: experience working on paid digital campaigns for lead generation and/or ABM Commercial awareness: a B2B background with strong business acumen Strong written skills: excellent written and spoken English with a creative flair and an eye for detail A self-starter: driven, flexible, and comfortable working under pressure Bonus points for: a marketing degree or relevant qualification (e.g. CIM), and experience in a fast-paced B2B SaaS business or marketing agency APPLY NOW! For more info call 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 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. Affiliate & Partnerships Manager Salary up to £40k Altrincham – 4 days in office  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 AWIN Develop and execute an affiliate and partnerships strategy to support the brand's next phase of growth Build on the existing creator and affiliate base while identifying and recruiting new partners to expand reach Manage relationships with existing affiliates and creators, ensuring strong communication and timely commission payments Negotiate commission structures, rates and partnership terms to maximise ROI Monitor, analyse and report on channel performance, using data to spot what's working and where there's room to grow Work closely with the wider marketing team to align affiliate activity with campaigns, launches and key seasonal moments Bring more structure and process to a channel that's grown organically, without losing what makes it work Keep on top of platform updates and best practice across TikTok Affiliates, Shopify Affiliates and AWIN Coordinate with Brand and Content teams to make sure affiliates and creators have the right assets and messaging Manage budget allocation across the channel, tracking spend against performance Identify and test new affiliate networks or partnership opportunities as the channel scales Troubleshoot day-to-day issues across an already busy, high-volume program Present regular performance updates and recommendations to senior stakeholders What You'll Bring Proven experience managing an affiliate or partnerships program, ideally within eCommerce or DTC Hands-on experience with AWIN or a similar affiliate network Experience with TikTok Affiliates and/or Shopify Affiliates, or the confidence to get up to speed quickly Comfort managing a high-volume, fast-moving affiliate program Strong negotiation skills and experience managing commercial partner relationships The ability to analyse performance data and turn it into clear strategy and action Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple partner relationships at once Strong written and verbal communication skills A commercial mindset, with a good understanding of ROI and channel profitability Desirable (Not Essential) Experience in the health, beauty or DTC space Experience scaling an affiliate program from a grassroots stage into a more structured operation Existing relationships with creators, influencers or affiliates in a relevant niche Broader experience with Shopify Familiarity 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.

Forward Role is recruiting for a growing, social-first aesthetics brand with a genuinely loyal following, and they're investing in marketing as they scale. You'll be part of a small team, where you'll set the direction of socials and get stuck into content creation yourself.Social Media ManagerSouth Manchester4 days on site£40,000 - £45,000This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience in mapping a social strategies, while still enjoying creating content where needs be, although you'll have a team owning this. The ideal person will know how to drive sales through socials, tell stories and drive brand awareness.The role:✨ Own social strategy across all platforms (Insta & TikTok being the main) - leads, brand awareness, reach✨ Manage and develop a Social Media Executive✨ Lead influencer marketing - choosing the right partners and setting how you'll work with them✨ Drive storytelling across product launches and brand moments✨ Get hands-on with content when the team needs it✨ Work closely with marketing and ecommerce, with commercial awareness baked into every decision✨ Shape the brand's visual identity across socialWhat you'll need:✨ Proven experience owning social strategy - budgeting, campaigns✨ Sharp understanding of platform nuance: Instagram vs TikTok vs Pinterest, and why✨ Influencer marketing know-how✨ Commercially minded - you get how social drives leads and revenue✨ A natural storyteller✨ Confident managing a team member while staying hands-on✨ Thrives in a fast-paced, growing businessCV + portfolio toariana@forwardrole.comif you'd like 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.

NEW ROLE Social Media Manager Location: Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote) Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Sector: Home & interiors / lifestyle  A successful lifestyle and homeware brand with an excellent reputation and big ambitions is looking for their next Social Media Manager. This is a key hire for the marketing team as they look to take the brand to the next level through social storytelling. This role is creative, strategic, and data-driven, owning social strategy end to end, content, community, influencer partnerships and performance - One day you'll be planning campaigns, the next on a shoot. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Plan, create and post content across Meta and TikTok - short-form video, imagery, stories Shoot and edit video/photo content for organic and paid use Run customer and influencer shoots, making sure output is high quality and on-brand Build and manage an engaged, loyal community - replying, engaging, growing genuine advocacy Source, onboard and manage influencer and creator partnerships that drive referrals and revenue at a positive ROI Manage brand collaborations and joint campaigns with complementary brands Plan and deliver social campaigns tied to seasonal moments and industry trends Track and report on content/campaign performance, turning data into clear next actions Keep social activity tied to commercial goals - traffic, conversion, brand growth What You'll Bring:☀️ Proven experience running social media for a consumer brand or agency☀️ Strong video editing and content creation skills - confident on both sides of the camera☀️ Sharp instinct for social trends, storytelling and platform best practice☀️ Influencer marketing and brand partnership experience☀️ Commercial mindset - comfortable reading data and turning it into performance improvements☀️ Sharp eye for design and what actually resonates with an audience☀️ Strong communicator and relationship-builder☀️ Organised, proactive, thrives in a fast-moving, growing business You'll have: The opportunity to shape social strategy for one of the UK's fastest-growing brands in its category Hybrid working - 3 days Lancashire office, 2 days home (flexibility offered) Real progression as the team and function grows Collaborative, creative culture with genuine investment behind itTo apply, send your CV and portfolio toariana@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.

Looking for an SEO role where you can actually own your accounts, run with your ideas and have some autonomy? SEO Specialist Manchester City Centre | Hybrid | Salary up to £36k  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 Specialist 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.

Forward Role are super excited to be partnering exclusively once again with Grow My Ads! Senior PPC Strategist  Fully Remote – North West England based Salary £40,000- £48,000 Forward Role are super excited to be partnering exclusively once again with Grow My Ads, a fully remote global performance-led paid media agency, to hire a UK-based Senior PPC Manager. This is a fantastic role for an experienced PPC Manager who would love the opportunity to work for a fast growing and scaling global agency with clients across USA, UK, Australia and Canada. You’ll be working exclusively across Google Ad accounts for US & global based clients across Ecomm & Lead Gen.  So what do you need to know? ⭐ Fully remote role with flexible UK hours (some afternoon/evening overlap with US clients) ⭐ Founder-led, close-knit team with real ownership, client exposure & impact ⭐ Clear growth opportunities (senior & people management paths) ⭐ Startup vibe with a diverse, collaborative team that pushes you to be your best! ⭐ A scaling agency with a relaxed and autonomous approach to work Perks you’ll care about: No set holiday days - total flexibility to holiday when you want! Co-working space allowance for UK-based team members Lucrative bonus structure Ongoing training & courses funded- its it makes you better at your job, they’ll pay for it If you’re a UK (Northern based) PPC Manager who wants autonomy, impact, and growth then get in touch asap. Roles like this do not come up often! Having made 2 recent hires for the team, they are looking for a third PPC Manager to join their UK based team.  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 looking for a Project Management trainer to deliver PRINCE2-accredited training Project Management Trainer | Belfast | Freelance We're looking for a Project Management trainer to deliver PRINCE2-accredited training on a series of in-person programmes running right on the NI/ROI border. This is a great fit for a trainer based in Northern Ireland who wants regular, local delivery work without the cross-border commute into the Republic. The role: Deliver in-person PRINCE2 Project Management training to cohorts on the border region Prepare learners for PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner certification Adapt delivery style to a mixed-experience group of project management learners Provide assessment and feedback to support learner attainment We're looking for: A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS/AET, PGCE, or equivalent) Current PRINCE2 Certification (Practitioner level) Proven experience delivering Project Management training in a classroom/in-person setting Based in or within easy reach of Northern Ireland, close to the border. 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.

Forward Role are working with a Global Luxury Travel company based in Manchester to find a Paid Media Executive to join their in-house marketing team. Paid Media Executive Manchester City Centre | Global Travel Brand 3 days in office Salary up to £30k This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1-2 years' paid media experience who's looking to take the next step, or bring their existing skills into a business where they can genuinely shape strategy and drive results. My client is dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for their guests, specialising in curating exceptional luxury trips to unique destinations, and their team is driven by innovation, quality and a passion for the details that make each trip memorable. You'll assist in the day-to-day management of paid media, working closely with the in-house Digital Manager and an external digital agency to shape strategy and performance. You'll also collaborate with the Brand and Studio teams to develop best-in-class creative and copy, using data to inform every decision you make. There's also real scope to grow into Influencer and Affiliate marketing here. Previous experience isn't essential, but if you're curious about these channels and want to help build them out, you'll be well supported to do so. Key Responsibilities Manage, coordinate and build paid media campaigns across Google, Meta and other relevant platforms to support business needs and drive growth Explore, suggest and drive new ideas and concepts across the paid landscape to ensure successful growth of paid activity Explore and support new and emerging paid channels Support the development and coordination of Influencer and Affiliate marketing activity, working with internal teams and external partners Assist with identifying opportunities to test and develop new Influencer and Affiliate partnerships Coordinate with key teams to develop and organise asset and content creation Work with the Digital Manager to ensure key KPIs and business goals are met Analyse data to identify potential gaps for growth and challenge the agency on performance Monitor and report on key metrics, preparing regular performance reports Work closely with the digital agency to deliver best-in-class PPC and Paid Social/Display campaigns Create PPC ad copy and paid social ad mock-ups, ensuring messaging aligns with brand strategy Support with budget management Support the team in the coordination and building of digital campaigns and general website support Liaise on UK-specific content with the global social team Analyse trends and review competitors to inform data-driven decisions Keep up to date with developments across Paid Media, Influencer and Affiliate marketing, identifying new opportunities for the business What You'll Bring 1-2 years of paid media experience A solid understanding of digital marketing principles Strong organisational skills, with high attention to detail Strong analytical, numeracy and written communication skills Confidence working with data and proficiency in Microsoft Office Experience with Google Analytics 4 An eagerness to learn and grow across paid media and the wider digital marketing landscape 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 fast-growing, ambitious consumer brand looking for a Head of Amazon Head of Amazon Location: Chester (Hybrid, 3 days per week) Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + Bonus + Share Options We're working with a fast-growing, ambitious consumer brand looking for a Head of Amazon to take full ownership of its Amazon business across the US, UK and Europe. This is a genuinely senior commercial leadership role, with true end-to-end accountability for a significant and rapidly growing Amazon account. This isn't a role focused on one slice of Amazon. You'll lead the entire account, from senior Amazon relationships and commercial negotiations through to demand planning, stock ordering, retail execution and front-end sales growth. It's a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with genuine hands-on ownership. What You'll Be Doing Commercial growth: own and deliver the Amazon growth strategy across the US, UK and Europe, taking full P&L accountability and driving front-end sales performance through pricing, promotions, content, advertising and retail readiness. Amazon relationship management: act as the senior commercial owner of the Amazon relationship, building strong stakeholder relationships and leading negotiations on trading terms, joint business plans and promotional investment. Supply chain & operations: take end-to-end accountability for stock availability and inventory performance, managing forecasting, ordering and replenishment while balancing growth against inventory risk. Strategic leadership: own the overall performance of the Amazon account, using data to diagnose opportunities, working cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain and finance, and bringing insight to the senior leadership team. What We're Looking For Minimum 5 years' experience managing Amazon, ideally within Vendor Central (strong Seller Central experience also considered). Significant experience managing a large, complex and commercially important Amazon account. Strong understanding of Amazon's commercial model: vendor negotiations, buying relationships, stock and forecasting, pricing and promotions, retail readiness and advertising. A track record of genuine leadership, alongside a willingness to stay hands-on in the day-to-day detail rather than operate at arm's length. Experience gained in-house at a consumer brand or major retailer; international exposure across US, UK and European markets is a strong advantage. Highly commercial and analytical, agile, resilient and comfortable owning outcomes in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment. This company is going through massive growth at the moment, and has some major plans to target on a Global scale. Now Is the time to get involved and the share option is a great way to back your work. Apply Now! For more info, call 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 for a fast-growing, premium consumer brand - well-regarded and has built its name so far without any paid marketing. Growth has come from word of mouth and a genuinely engaged following. Social Media Specialist (Brand & Growth)Central London - 3+ days in office £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits   They're now looking for the first person to properly own social. There's no strategy to inherit and no playbook to follow - Instagram is already working VERY well and has real momentum; TikTok is untouched, and building it from nothing is entirely down to you! What you'd be doing:✨Owning Instagram strategy day to day and pushing it further✨Building a TikTok presence from zero, including tone, format and content style✨Writing creative briefs and directing an in-house design team✨Planning and managing the content calendar around campaigns and key moments✨Running community management across DMs and comments✨Growing the brand's audience and reach while keeping its identity intact✨Setting the metrics that matter and reporting on them honestly✨Supporting real-world events alongside the online presence✨Working closely with the wider brand and commercial team What they're looking for:✨Genuine knowledge of the luxury, fashion, retail industry and a strong sense of what's actually good✨Comfortable with data and honest reporting on performance✨Happy to be hands-on - briefing creative one minute, replying to a DM the next✨Strong writing and a good sense of tone✨Confident making decisions quickly, often without a precedent to lean on Bonus if you've got a trusted freelancer network, have worked across more than one market or have launched a channel from zero before. This is a genuine ownership opportunity. You'd have full control of the brand's social presence from day one, a clear path of progression, and the chance to build a team underneath you as the function grows, backed by a wider group with real investment behind it. Hybrid - minimum 3 days a week in a London office, sometimes more.    Send your CV AND Portfolio 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.

Forward Role is working with a global, fast-growth organisation to find a Digital Marketing Manager  Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 This global, fast-growth organisation are looking for a Digital Marketing Manager to drive B2B lead generation across their digital channels. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role for someone who can own the full digital mix - from website and SEO through to email, social, and reporting - and connect it directly to pipeline. You'll be joining a business that's scaling internationally, with the autonomy to shape how digital marketing supports commercial growth in a B2B environment. What you'll be doing: Website management - owning content accuracy, UX, and ongoing optimisation, working with external partners on improvements SEO - keyword research, on-page optimisation, technical recommendations, and backlink strategy to grow organic visibility and traffic Google Analytics (SME level) - acting as the go-to expert on performance tracking and insight Email marketing - executing and optimising campaigns and segmentation within HubSpot, benchmarking against industry standards Social media - managing organic and paid activity across channels Marketing automation - building and refining workflows to support the funnel Content distribution - supporting the content calendar and getting content in front of the right audiences Digital support for events and thought leadership - amplifying campaigns and brand initiatives digitally Reporting and analytics - building and maintaining dashboards, tracking channel effectiveness and conversion metrics Conversion optimisation - continually testing and refining to improve performance Indicative split of focus: 40% Website & SEO / 20% Social / 20% Analytics & Reporting / 15% Email / 5% Video & Creative support What we're looking for: Strong, hands-on CRM experience, ideally with HubSpot (workflows and campaigns) Solid website management experience, comfortable working with CMS platforms and external web partners Proven SEO, analytics, and conversion optimisation experience A track record in B2B digital marketing, ideally with lead gen accountability Confident using Google Analytics to drive decisions Strong communicator, self-motivated, and comfortable owning multiple channels at once Experience creating or editing short-form video/creative content is a plus Success will be measured by: website traffic, organic rankings, email engagement, conversion rates, MQLs, pipeline contribution, and overall digital engagement. APPLY NOW! or for more info call 07514950292/ 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.

A fast-growing residential property business is looking for a Digital Marketing Executive to join their marketing team, taking ownership of lead generation across paid and performance channels. Digital Marketing Executive Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid) Salary: £30,000-£35,000 This is a genuinely performance-led role. You'll sit at the centre of the marketing function, working closely with an external paid media agency and translating data into decisions the wider team can act on. The role: Manage and optimise lead generation activity across paid search and paid social Work closely with the paid media agency, understanding the strategy behind the numbers and challenging it where needed Own CRM processes to ensure leads are tracked, nurtured and converted effectively Support the website to ensure it's optimised for conversion Contribute to SEO performance and visibility Manage listings across relevant third-party platforms Report on performance regularly, presenting data and insight back to the wider team What we're looking for: A strong, demonstrable understanding of paid media (search and social) is essential, this is the priority skill for the role Comfortable working with a media agency, able to speak their language and interrogate their data rather than just receive it Confident communicator, happy presenting performance data in meetings Broader experience across CRM, website, SEO or listing platforms is a strong advantage A commercial, lead-gen mindset, someone who thinks in terms of cost per lead and conversion, not just impressions and clicks Apply Now! For more information, call 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 are excited to be exclusively partnering with a tech-lead, international Travel giant Paid Media Manager  Salary up to £45k + bonus Manchester City Centre – 3 days in office Forward Role are excited to be exclusively partnering with a tech-lead, international Travel giant, as they undergo a highly exciting time of growth and digital transformation! This an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Senior PPC expert to come in and really make their stamp in a world-class, high performing Global Paid Media function/ This position is to manage the Paid channel, not people – yet! This team is set to grow in line with wider business growth in time to come, so don’t worry if you’ve not got management experience. If you’re a Senior Exec wanting a step up, or an existing Manager wanting oversight and autonomy of your own accounts – this may be the role for you. Your day to day: Develop and execute a comprehensive PPC strategy, managing a significant budget. Work closely with the paid media team to ensure alignment across accounts. Monitor and optimise performance in line with forecast expectations. Manage relationships with key partners, including Google, Microsoft, Meta and Brainlabs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, data science, and marketing to drive continuous improvements. Identify and explore new opportunities to enhance PPC performance. Lead YouTube activity, ensuring a creative-first approach tailored for the platform. Develop and implement a rigorous A/B testing plan to optimise key performance indicators. Work closely with analytics and measurement teams to assess PPC’s impact and enhance their overall strategy. Your background: Experience managing large-scale PPC budgets – either in house or agency side Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams. Strong knowledge of GA4, with the ability to review performance and derive insights. Experience with SA360 is beneficial but not essential. Work with a market-leading international consumer  business in an exciting period of growth, being part of a high-performing marketing team that genuinely values innovation and creativity! This role will offer you hands on execution as well as strategic influence, leading large-scale campaigns with industry leading partners… what are you waiting for? As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.