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Ready to own the socials for a fast-growing, people-first business? ✅   Social Media & Content Executive£30,000 - £35,000Manchester City CentreHybrid WorkingThis is a brand new in-house role for someone who loves being creative, thrives around people, and wants every day to look a little different. This is a great role for an extroverted Social Media whizz who thrives in a buzzing environment You'll have real ownership across social media and visual content, with some events in there too. It's fast, reactive, and fun:Day to day, you'll:Own the social media presence across all platforms, creating standout video and photo content, in addition to help running the podcastTrack performance across every channel, using data and insights to continuously sharpen strategyWork closely with the leadership team to champion the brand, spot trends, and keep ideas fresh and ahead of the curveIf you've got 2-4 years of experience in social media and content, and you're comfortable with asking colleagues to feature in your TikToks, create scroll-stopping Instagram reels, and highlight business wins to audiences, this might be your next role You might have come from a consumer brand or a people-focused professional services environment, it doesn't matter.What matters most is that you create content that connects and that you're confident enough to run with your ideas.You'll get weekly 1-2-1s, a real development plan and a budget for external training if needed. In addition to a list of excellent benefits If you think you'd be a great fit, email your CV AND PORTFOLIO toariana@forwardrole.com Activate to view larger image,   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 established apprenticeship and work-based learning provider is recruiting a Housing Skills Coach to join their delivery team. Housing Skills Coach | Hybrid | £32,000–£38,000 | Permanent You'll be supporting learners working in the housing sector — coaching them through their programme, conducting workplace visits, and helping them build the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to progress and achieve. Hybrid working with a mix of remote coaching and field-based employer visits. The role: Deliver coaching, training and development activities across housing-related apprenticeship and learning programmes Conduct regular progress reviews and workplace visits in line with quality and funding requirements Engage with line managers and workplace mentors to ensure learners are getting the support they need on the job Coach learners to gather and present portfolio evidence, supporting progression towards qualification and programme completion Monitor learner engagement, wellbeing and attendance — taking action to reduce withdrawals and support outcomes Provide IAG to learners, employers and stakeholders to support informed decision-making and progression We're looking for: Level 3 qualification in Housing, Community Development, Advice and Guidance, L&D, or a related discipline — or equivalent occupational experience in the housing sector Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths (or equivalent) Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting individuals within housing, employability, customer service, or a work-based learning environment Knowledge of the housing sector — tenancy management, customer service, safeguarding, welfare and resident engagement Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle What's on offer: £32,000–£38,000 depending on experience 35 days total leave (25 days + bank holidays + birthday day off + Christmas shopping day) Early finish on the second Friday of every month Westfield Health Plan (post-probation) + Health Assured from day one Buy/sell annual leave + additional days awarded for long service To apply now or to find out more, get in touch with Aidan at Forward Role: 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.

A well-established apprenticeship provider is looking for a Childcare Skills Coach to join their delivery team on a permanent basis. Childcare Skills Coach | Remote / Field-Based (National) | £30,000–£34,000 | Permanent You'll be working with learners across childcare apprenticeship standards, managing a caseload, conducting workplace visits, and supporting progression through to EPA. Blended delivery model with a mix of remote coaching and face-to-face visits. The role: Deliver teaching and learning sessions across childcare apprenticeship standards, covering the required knowledge, skills and behaviours Conduct regular workplace visits and progress reviews, ensuring learners hit milestones and are EPA-ready Support learners with Functional Skills (English, Maths, ICT) up to Level 2 where required Coach learners to build their portfolio evidence throughout their programme Engage with employers and line managers to support learner progress and retention Manage a caseload of up to 40 learners, maintaining quality and compliance throughout We're looking for: Level 3 qualification in Childcare or an equivalent relevant occupational qualification D32/D33, TAQA Level 3 Assessors Award, CAVA, or equivalent — or actively working towards it Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths Proven experience delivering and assessing apprenticeship programmes in a work-based setting Familiarity with EPA processes and government-funded training frameworks What's on offer: £30,000–£34,000 salary depending on experience 35 days total leave (25 days + bank holidays + birthday day off + Christmas shopping day) Early finish on the second Friday of each month Westfield Health Plan (post-probation) + Health Assured from day one Buy/sell annual leave scheme + additional days for long service Fully remote role with flexibility to manage your own diary Apply now or to find out more, get in touch with Aidan at Forward Role: 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.

A well-established, award-recognised digital training provider in Wales is looking for a Digital Infrastructure Trainer to join their team on a permanent basis, bringing delivery experience, technical credibility, and the ability to support and lead a small team of trainers. Digital Infrastructure Trainer |£35,000 - £38,000 | Cardiff / Swansea (Hybrid) | Permanent This isn't a pure delivery role. Alongside managing your own caseload of apprentices on Digital Infrastructure programmes, you'll take responsibility for two permanent trainers and act as a point of contact and quality support for a pool of freelance trainers. If you're someone who enjoys mentoring others as much as you do working with learners, this is a role worth looking at. The provider is Welsh Government-funded, delivers primarily to Welsh employers, and is consistently recognised as one of the top-performing providers in their consortium. Clients include household-name organisations across the private and public sectors. The role: Delivering the Digital Infrastructure apprenticeship standard to a managed caseload of learners Coaching and supporting learners through progress reviews, assessments, and EPA readiness Line managing two permanent trainers — supporting their development, delivery quality, and caseload Acting as a lead contact for freelance trainers on the Digital Infrastructure programme Contributing to quality assurance and standardisation activity Working hybrid: 1–2 days per week from their Cardiff or Swansea office We're looking for: Demonstrable experience delivering Digital Infrastructure training or apprenticeships (L3 standard ideally) A background in networking, systems support, or infrastructure — you need to know the subject TAQA / CAVA qualified, or solid experience in apprenticeship delivery with willingness to work towards it Some experience of supervising, mentoring, or leading other trainers — even informally Comfortable working across two sites and managing a hybrid schedule What's on offer: Permanent role with a growing, well-regarded Welsh provider Hybrid working — 1–2 days per week Cardiff or Swansea, rest remote A genuine team lead component — not just a delivery-only position Stable, Welsh Government-funded programmes with a strong employer client base If you're interested apply now or get in touch with Aidan at Forward Role — 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.

Digital Marketing Manager Location: Manchester  (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: £40,000–£45,000Professional services · Marketing & Business DevelopmentAbout the roleWe're recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognised professional services firm for a Digital Marketing Manager to lead their day-to-day digital marketing function. This is a hands-on role with real ownership - you'll drive improvements in automated email, shape evergreen content strategy, and ensure a high-performing presence across all digital channels.You'll manage a Social Media Executive, collaborate closely with a Business Partnering team on customer acquisition, and work alongside content, web, and wider marketing colleagues. The firm is on a clear digital roadmap, with full marketing automation rolling out in 2027 - so there's genuine scope to shape how things are built.What we're looking for Proven multi-channel digital marketing experience - SEO, social, email, and contentStrong working knowledge of Vuture and Microsoft Dynamics CRM Collaborate with the content and web team to create and optimise evergreen content informed by search insights Monitor and report on email and social media performance via GA4 and Google Search Console, translating data into actionable improvementsSupport the Business Partnering team in delivering key priorities and developing customer acquisition strategiesProduce engaging video and audio content alongside a multimedia designerEnsure all digital output meets GDPR compliance, accessibility standards, and brand guidelines Benefits highlights 25 days annual leave + birthday day offAnnual bonus schemeChristmas shutdownHoliday buy, sell & carryover schemeOptional BUPA private medicalAnnual fitness allowanceElectric/hybrid vehicle lease schemeFlexible pension & ISA savings scheme Interested? Apply Now! or reach out directly on 07514950292 or elliott@forwardrole.com for a confidential conversation about the role and the business.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: Manchester or Liverpool (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: £40,000–£45,000Professional services · Marketing & Business DevelopmentAbout the roleWe're recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognised professional services firm for a Digital Marketing Manager to lead their day-to-day digital marketing function. This is a hands-on role with real ownership - you'll drive improvements in automated email, shape evergreen content strategy, and ensure a high-performing presence across all digital channels.You'll manage a Social Media Executive, collaborate closely with a Business Partnering team on customer acquisition, and work alongside content, web, and wider marketing colleagues. The firm is on a clear digital roadmap, with full marketing automation rolling out in 2027 - so there's genuine scope to shape how things are built.What we're looking for Proven multi-channel digital marketing experience - SEO, social, email, and contentStrong working knowledge of Vuture and Microsoft Dynamics CRM Collaborate with the content and web team to create and optimise evergreen content informed by search insights Monitor and report on email and social media performance via GA4 and Google Search Console, translating data into actionable improvementsSupport the Business Partnering team in delivering key priorities and developing customer acquisition strategiesProduce engaging video and audio content alongside a multimedia designerEnsure all digital output meets GDPR compliance, accessibility standards, and brand guidelines Benefits highlights 25 days annual leave + birthday day offAnnual bonus schemeChristmas shutdownHoliday buy, sell & carryover schemeOptional BUPA private medicalAnnual fitness allowanceElectric/hybrid vehicle lease schemeFlexible pension & ISA savings scheme Interested? Apply Now! or reach out directly on 07514950292 or elliott@forwardrole.com for a confidential conversation about the role and the business.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 working exclusively with a well-established, successful homeware retailer based in Huddersfield on a pivotal senior hire within their Performance Marketing team, in what is a very exciting period of growth for the business ! Senior PPC Manager  £50-60k Huddersfield – 2 days in They're looking for a Senior PPC Manager to take full strategic and executional ownership of PPC - a proper lead role with a multi-million-pound budget, real autonomy, and direct commercial accountability! The Opportunity This is a business that invests seriously in paid media, and this role sits at the heart of that. You won't be executing someone else's strategy - you'll be building and owning it. The Performance Marketing team covers a broad range of channels, and PPC is a critical growth driver for the business. They want someone who can operate at both a strategic level and get properly hands-on, within a small, high-performing team where your work has a visible impact. What the Role Involves You'll own PPC strategy end-to-end across Search, Shopping, Performance Max and AI Max, with additional responsibility across YouTube and Demand Gen. That means building quarterly and annual roadmaps, leading product feed strategy, managing the trading cadence week-to-week, and driving a structured programme of testing and innovation. Performance reporting is a key part of the role — you'll be translating data into clear commercial recommendations for senior stakeholders, supporting forecasting and budgeting, and ensuring paid media performance is understood in the context of broader business results rather than in isolation. You'll also be working cross-functionally with Trading, Creative, Organic, Product and Finance teams, as well as managing relationships with agency and platform partners including Google. What They're Looking For At least five years of PPC experience in a comparable in-house or agency role is essential, alongside strong hands-on expertise across Google Ads, Google Merchant Centre, Microsoft Advertising and GA4. You'll need a proven track record managing large-scale budgets, a commercial mindset focused on revenue and efficiency, and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and build strong cross-functional relationships. Experience in ecommerce or retail would be a real advantage, as would familiarity with feed optimisation tools, large product catalogues, or advanced measurement frameworks such as incrementality testing and attribution modelling. In Summary This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior PPC professional who wants genuine ownership, the budget to make things happen, and the space to test, learn and innovate in a fast-paced retail environment. Hybrid working with two days a week at the Huddersfield head office, and the team operate very flexible working hours around what works best for 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.

A fast-growing, consumer-focused ecommerce brand is looking for a commercially sharp Ecommerce Manager to take ownership of their digital storefront and help drive the next phase of growth. Ecommerce ManagerLocation: Altrincham (Hybrid – 4 days in office)Salary: £45,000 – £50,000+ DOE This is a brilliant opportunity for a true ecommerce all-rounder who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. The business is scaling fast, has serious investment behind its paid and performance marketing channels (already in expert hands), and now needs someone to own the Ecom site experience end-to-end. The Role Reporting into senior leadership and managing an Ecommerce Executive, you'll be the go-to person for Ecommerce everything on-site. That means owning the customer journey from landing to checkout, driving conversion, and making sure the website is always performing at its best. You'll work closely with the paid media team and wider marketing function. Your job is to make sure that when the traffic lands, the site converts. What you'll be doing: - Full ownership of the Shopify website  - day-to-day management, updates, and performance - Leading CRO strategy - testing, iterating, and optimising the user journey to improve conversion at every touchpoint - Online merchandising - ensuring the right products are in the right place, with compelling presentation that drives purchase - Producing weekly and monthly trading reports - owning the numbers, identifying trends, and presenting actionable insights to the wider business - Analysing site data to identify drop-off points, friction in the customer journey, and opportunities for improvement - Managing and developing an Ecommerce Executive - Collaborating with performance marketing colleagues to ensure a joined-up experience from ad click to checkout What We're Looking For - Solid, hands-on Shopify experience - you know the platform inside out - A genuine ecommerce all-rounder - as comfortable in GA4 and a data dashboard as you are thinking about homepage layout and product page UX - Strong analytical mindset - you make decisions based on data, not gut feel alone - Experience with CRO tools and A/B testing (Hotjar, VWO, Google Optimize or similar) - A good eye for online merchandising and customer experience - Confident producing and presenting trading reports with clear commercial commentary - Previous experience managing or mentoring a junior ecommerce team member would be a bonus - Consumer / DTC brand experience preferred What's on Offer - A brand with real momentum, serious marketing investment, and ambitious growth plans - A role with genuine ownership and visibility at senior level Interested?Apply Now! or reach out directly on 07514950292 or elliott@forwardrole.com for a confidential conversation about the role and the business. 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 working with a well-established travel business based in Chester PPC Specialist  Chester – 3 days in Up to £45,000 Forward 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 Opportunity This 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 Involves You'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 For At 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 Summary If 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 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.

Forward Role are excited to be partnering with a long-established Travel brand SEO Specialist Chester – 3 days in £40k The Opportunity Forward 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 Involves You'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 For You'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 Summary This 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.

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. Client Partner, AI Transformation | Remote (UK) | £70,000–£100,000 + Uncapped Commission | Permanent AI 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. The role: Own the full sales cycle from qualified pipeline through to close across enterprise and mid-market accounts Lead multi-stakeholder conversations across HR, L&D, IT, Finance, Operations, and C-suite Diagnose client needs across AI strategy, workflow redesign, adoption, governance, and workforce capability Shape opportunities into structured AI transformation programmes — not off-the-shelf training proposals Build commercial business cases tied to productivity, cost reduction, and workforce readiness Work 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 capability Proven ability to sell to senior stakeholders and navigate complex, multi-threaded buying groups Strong discovery and business case skills — you diagnose before you sell Ability to connect AI capability to commercial outcomes (margin, productivity, growth) Experience with a structured sales methodology (MEDDICC or similar) is a plus Background in digital transformation, L&D, or Microsoft/Salesforce/ServiceNow ecosystems is highly relevant What's on offer: £70,000–£100,000 base salary + uncapped commission Fully remote (UK-based) Pension, laptop, and wealth planning support High ownership role in a market that's genuinely moving If you're interested, apply now or email 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.

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.

A digital learning specialist is looking for a Head of Sales to lead their commercial function as they push into the UK market. Head of Sales | South Wales (Hybrid) | £60,000 - £75,000 + Bonus | Permanent 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 platform Drive England market development — building relationships with Mayoral Combined Authority skills teams, DfE contacts, and employer networks to support Skills Bootcamp contract growth and apprenticeship pipeline Manage and develop a geographically dispersed sales team of BDMs across Wales and England, including performance management and coaching Own 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 areas Support the commercial growth of the provider's LMS platform, including cross-sell and upsell into existing employer relationships Embed 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 role Working knowledge of the DfE funding landscape, apprenticeship contracting, and Skills Bootcamp procurement Proven experience managing and developing a sales team, including performance management Strong track record of building strategic employer and stakeholder relationships Experience owning revenue targets across multiple income streams CRM proficiency — HubSpot desirable Desirable: Experience selling technology or SaaS products in an education or workforce development context Existing networks in the West of England, Devon, or West Midlands Familiarity with the Welsh training provider landscape If you're interested in this role, please apply now or email 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.

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.

Paid Social Executive (open to Senior title)£30-40kLeeds – ideally 1 day a week in office but can be flexible for candidates from further afieldAbout our clientForward 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. 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 opportunityOur 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 expandReviewing creatives before launch — checking visuals, messaging, localisation, and complianceRunning micro-tests on hooks, formats, copy, and audiences to continuously improve creative performanceMonitoring campaign performance daily, flagging anomalies, and identifying opportunities to optimiseValidating Meta tracking setup (pixel, events, conversions) and troubleshooting any issuesSupporting performance reporting and generating structured insights for the wider teamAssisting with localisation workflows — translation checks, spellchecks, and cultural relevanceSupporting early-stage testing and scaling of new Paid Social channels such as TikTok and PinterestContributing to testing roadmaps, market launches, and wider Growth team initiatives What we're looking forEssential: 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 actionA solid understanding of creative testing and performance marketing principlesExcellent attention to detail, particularly in campaign setup and QAExperience working with video and static creatives and providing constructive feedbackFamiliarity 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 marketsFamiliarity with AI tools for marketing and creative workflowsUnderstanding of attribution, tracking, and data pipelinesExperience with performance reporting tools or dashboardsExperience 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.

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.