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Forward Role are once again partnering exclusively with this multi award-winning digital agency to hire a Senior SEO Account Manager Manchester City Centre - Hybrid - 2 days p/w in office  Salary £40- £45k Based in Manchester City Centre, this agency continue to go from strength to strength when it comes to winning new high-profile accounts and continuing their impressive growth. As they to build out their team further, they are looking to hire an experienced Senior SEO Account Manager who has proven experience of delivering SEO and AI Search strategies for clients. This is your chance to be part of a renowned agency with a strong reputation in SEO who are leading the way in AI Search. You’ll be working with an enviable client list, predominantly in the ecommerce sector. The role: Lead the delivery of SEO and AI Search strategies across a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring campaigns achieve agreed objectives, KPIs and growth targets Develop and refine integrated search strategies, helping clients maximise visibility across traditional search engines and emerging AI platforms Build strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and presenting performance insights, and strategic plans in a clear, commercially relevant way Monitor campaign performance, budgets and resource allocation, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, results and ROI Identify opportunities for account growth, supporting upsell initiatives, new business proposals and the development of new service offerings Manage junior team members and contribute to a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement across the wider digital marketing team. They are a close-knit bunch who really look after their staff and employee happiness is top of the agenda- expect everything from group PT sessions, & company wellness days, to clear development plans and of course some fun socials thrown in there.   Progression and development opportunities are huge as you’ll have the chance to be part of an agency who are really going places! As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Our client is a fast-growing brand that continues to scale! Head of Sales Salary: £55,000-£60,000 (OTE £80,000)Location: Chorley, Lancashire | Full Time | Office Based The Role Our client is a fast-growing brand that continues to scale, they're looking for a Head of Sales to lead and develop the sales function, driving sustainable revenue growth through a high-performing inbound and outbound sales team.This is a commercially focused role with a strong emphasis on performance, experimentation and continuous improvement. You'll oversee a team of 10 sales advisors across inbound and outbound channels, driving revenue growth and customer lifetime value. What You'll Be Doing Leading the team – motivating and developing sales advisors through regular coaching, training and performance management. Owning sales strategy – across inbound and outbound channels, ensuring every opportunity is maximised. Driving commercial performance – improving conversion rate, average order value (AOV), revenue and order volume while maintaining healthy gross margins. Raising standards – implementing best-in-class sales techniques, objection handling and call quality. Managing KPIs – monitoring individual and team performance, providing regular feedback, development plans and recognition. Improving processes – identifying opportunities to enhance CRM usage, lead management and customer experience. Working cross-functionally – partnering with Marketing to optimise lead quality and campaigns, with Commercial on pricing and product availability, with Operations on service levels, and with Finance on margin management and forecasting. Building the team – recruiting, onboarding and developing future sales talent. What We're Looking For Proven experience leading a high-performing sales team in a fast-paced commercial environment. Strong coaching, mentoring and people leadership skills. A track record of improving conversion rates and commercial performance. Commercially astute, with a strong understanding of balancing revenue growth and margin. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn data into action. A strong work ethic with a hands-on leadership style. Confidence collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders including Marketing, Commercial, Finance and Operations. Experience within e-commerce, retail, horticulture or a similar customer-focused sector is advantageous. If you're a commercially driven sales leader ready to take ownership of a growing sales function, we'd love to hear from you. 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.

We have partnered with one of the UK's fastest growing oral care brands, as the business scales, they're looking for an ambitious Head of Digital to take ownership of digital and marketing end to end.You'll sit above the existing marketing team and external agency partners, reporting directly to the CEO. This is a senior leadership seat - not a function to run within someone else's plan, but the plan itself.What You'll Be DoingStrategy & Leadership Build and execute the overall marketing and digital strategySet quarterly and annual marketing plans against company growth targetsLead and manage the marketing team, with clear objectives and accountabilityManage agency and freelancer relationshipsIdentify new channels, partnerships and acquisition opportunities Performance Marketing Oversee paid advertising across Meta, TikTok, Google and emerging platformsWork with agencies to improve ROAS, CAC and profitabilityMonitor KPIs and drive data-led improvementsManage budgets and forecast channel performance Influencer & Affiliate Lead influencer and affiliate strategyScale creator partnerships and ambassador programmesOwn campaign planning, negotiations and performance analysisAlign influencer activity with product launches and wider business goals Social & Content Oversee social activity across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and emerging platformsGuide content strategy to drive engagement, reach and salesWork with the social team on creative campaigns and viral contentKeep brand consistent across every channel CRM & Retention Own email and SMS marketing strategyDrive retention, repeat purchase rate and customer lifetime valueWork with the team managing Klaviyo on automations, campaigns and segmentationBuild out loyalty, referral and retention initiatives Product Launches & Reporting Lead go-to-market strategy for new product launchesCoordinate integrated campaigns across brand and sales objectivesOwn marketing reporting, dashboards and KPI trackingPresent insights and recommendations to the leadership team What We're Looking ForMust-Have: 5+ years in a marketing leadership roleExperience managing multi-channel e-commerce marketingStrong grip on performance marketingExperience managing marketing teams and agenciesCommercially driven with a strong analytical mindsetProven track record scaling consumer brandsStrong organisational and project management skills You'll Stand Out If You: Have DTC e-commerce experienceHave worked in beauty, wellness, oral care or consumer productsHave managed influencer and affiliate programmesKnow your way around Klaviyo, Shopify and attribution platforms  What You'll Get  £60,000 - £65,000 salary Office based in Altrincham Direct line to the CEO and real influence over brand direction Ownership of a category-leading brand's entire marketing function 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 business in the North West is looking for a Digital Marketing Manager to join on a 12 month fixed-term contract. Digital Marketing Manager Location: Chester / Crewe / Wrexham (Hybrid, 2 days a week in office)Salary: £50,000 - £60,00012 Month FTC (Maternity Cover) This is a genuinely broad role, giving you ownership of content, SEO, GEO/AEO awareness, ASO input and CRO support, right across web and app. You'll pick up the reins from day one, working closely with the outgoing manager to get a full handover of live projects, partner relationships and reporting, and you'll keep things moving smoothly with clear documentation throughout your time in the role. What You'll Be Doing Content: Plan, produce and manage content across web, blog and organic channels, in line with brand and SEO strategy. SEO, GEO & AEO: Own the SEO strategy across on-page, technical and off-page activity, while keeping an eye on emerging GEO and AEO developments as search behaviour evolves. ASO: Support App Store Optimisation activity to improve app visibility, ranking and installs, working alongside an agency partner. Agencies & in-house content: Manage external agencies and in-house content resource, making sure output stays on-brief and on plan. Paid: Provide content direction and input to the paid marketing function, keeping it consistent with organic and brand strategy. CRO: Work with the Product team to identify and support conversion rate optimisation opportunities across web and app. Affiliates: Manage the agency running the affiliate programme in line with commercial goals. AI-supported ways of working: Use AI tools to improve efficiency across content, SEO and CRO workflows. What We're Looking For Experience: 5+years in a performance-led marketing environment. Digital acquisition: Strong understanding of how digital acquisition works end to end. Stakeholder management: Proven experience managing agencies and cross-functional stakeholders. Commercial mindset: Strong organisational capability with a genuinely commercial outlook. Metrics: Comfortable working with performance metrics such as CAC, CVR and LTV. Multi-tasking: Confident coordinating multiple workstreams at the same time. Hands-on attitude: Happy rolling up your sleeves and getting into the detail. CMS: Experience using CMS platforms. Desirable: Experience with app marketing or dual web/app journeys, and experience building reports. Why Apply This is a great opportunity to step into a varied, senior digital marketing role with real autonomy, on a contract that offers strong earning potential and hybrid flexibility across the Chester, Crewe and Wrexham area. Interested? 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 recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing healthcare/beauty eCommerce brand for a Performance Marketing Manager to take ownership of paid media strategy and execution. Performance Marketing Manager Altrincham – 3 days in £50-60k DOE  This is a business with real momentum - a strong founder story, a loyal and fast-growing customer base, and ambitious plans for further UK and international growth. Paid media sits right at the centre of that growth, and this role will be the one shaping it! The Role You'll own paid campaigns end-to-end across Meta, TikTok, Google (Search, Shopping, Performance Max & YouTube), and emerging channels like Pinterest and Snapchat. You'll work directly with the Head of Marketing, CEO and eCommerce Manager, partner closely with an in-house creative team, and use data to drive every decision — from budget allocation to creative testing to scaling what works. This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership from day one, in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your ideas will be felt immediately. What You'll Be Doing Managing campaign setup, budget allocation, audience strategy and bid optimisation across all major paid channels Running continuous creative testing — new hooks, formats and messaging — and briefing UGC concepts with the in-house creative team Monitoring and reporting on ROAS, MER, CPA, CAC, AOV, CVR, LTV and revenue by channel Driving improvements across landing pages, funnel conversion, targeting and attribution Working closely with Marketing, Creative, CRM and TikTok Live teams to keep everything aligned to commercial priorities What We're Looking For 3+ years managing paid social and paid search campaigns, with proven success scaling an eCommerce brand Strong hands-on experience with Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads and Google Ads Confident using GA4, Shopify and reporting/attribution tools Highly analytical, commercially minded, and comfortable making decisions from data Experience in beauty, wellness, health or FMCG is a strong plus, as is familiarity with Klaviyo, TikTok Shop, CRO or platforms like Triple Whale or Northbeam If you want real ownership of paid media strategy in a brand that's genuinely growing, and you'd rather be building the acquisition engine than maintaining someone else's, I'd love to hear from you. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Love Paid Media? Fancy working with some of the UK's best-known hospitality and leisure brands? Paid Media Manager Manchester City Centre (Hybrid) | £30,000 - £40,000 + Quarterly Bonus We're working with an award-winning digital agency that's making serious waves in the hospitality sector. They're growing quickly, have an incredible client list of some of the UK’s best known restaurants and bars, and are looking for a Paid Media Managerto join their close-knit team. If you enjoy getting stuck into PPC and Paid Social and campaigns, testing new ideas, analysing performance and seeing the impact of your work, this could be right up your street. The Opportunity: You'll take ownership of paid campaigns across a range of exciting client accounts, more so PPC, helping to drive growth through data-led strategies and continuous optimisation. No two days are the same, and you'll have the freedom to bring ideas, challenge the norm and make a real impact. What you'll be doing: Building and optimising Paid Media campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Reddit and Snapchat Analysing campaign performance and identify opportunities to improve ROI Delivering insightful reporting and make data-driven recommendations Leading creative testing, audience targeting and campaign optimisation Working closely with clients, acting as a trusted point of contact Collaborating with the wider team to deliver outstanding results About You: 3+ years' experience managing Paid Social and/or PPC campaigns Strong knowledge of Google Ads and/or Meta Ads Experience using GA4 and Google Tag Manager Commercially minded with a passion for performance marketing Confident managing client relationships Proactive, curious and always looking for ways to improve performance What's in it for you? Quarterly bonus of up to 20% of your salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Team strategy trip abroad every year Regular socials, client events and overseas trips Join an ambitious agency where you'll have real influence and plenty of room to grow If you're looking for your next Paid Media role and want to work with a genuinely exciting agency that's doing things differently, we'd love to hear from you. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

We’re working with a leading digital agency to hire a Digital Project Manager who will ensure the smooth delivery of technical projects such as website builds, migrations, and complex SEO rollouts for a range of high-profile ecommerce brands. Digital Project Manager Digital Agency (Ecommerce) Salary £45k Manchester City Centre, 2 days p/week in office   As Digital Project Manager you’ll act as the link between clients, internal specialists, and external partners, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include: Managing web builds end-to-end from discovery to launch Planning and managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources Coordinating internal teams (Design, Content, SEO, Paid Media, Development) as well external providers Overseeing testing, QA, and final sign-off for all projects Acting as the main point of contact for clients during delivery Driving collaboration, process improvements, and clear communication across the agency About You Ideally 3+ years’ experience managing digital projects (ideally agency-side) Proven track record with website builds, migrations, and technical delivery Solid understanding of SEO fundamentals Strong knowledge of web development lifecycles and CMS platforms (WordPress and Shopify) Familiar with Waterfall and Kanban methodology Skilled in project management tools (ClickUp, Asana, Trello, etc) Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving 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.

Social Media & Content Executive £30,000 - £35,000 Lancashire Hybrid WorkingReady to own the socials for a fast-growing, people-first business? ✅This 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  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 digital learning provider delivering DfE-funded Skills Bootcamps is hiring a BDM to own employer engagement across the West of England. This is a commercial, region-owning role — you'll be building the employer network that gets bootcamp graduates hired, not managing an existing book. Business Development Manager – Skills Bootcamps (Digital) | Bristol/Bath | £40,000–£45,000 + Bonus | Permanent A digital learning provider delivering DfE-funded Skills Bootcamps is hiring a BDM to own employer engagement across the West of England. This is a commercial, region-owning role — you'll be building the employer network that gets bootcamp graduates hired, not managing an existing book. The role: Build a verified employer network across Bristol/Bath, securing commitments to interview and hire Skills Bootcamp graduates Generate new business and manage relationships with employers, LEPs, Chambers of Commerce, and regional growth stakeholders Represent the organisation at regional events and industry forums Work with delivery teams to align employer demand with live programme provision Track activity against KPIs on employer sign-ups and learner outcomes Support tender bids with employer engagement evidence and regional market intelligence We're looking for: Skills Bootcamp business development experience — essential, not negotiable An existing employer network across Bristol/Bath or the wider West of England Comfortable owning a geography independently and hitting targets without hand-holding Familiarity with tender-led, funded delivery environments What's on offer: £35,000–£45,000 basic, dependent on experience Performance-related bonus Remote-based with regional travel, flexible working If you're interested, please apply now or contact 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.

Paid Media Lead – 12 month FTCManchester£50,000 - £64,000 + BenefitsAre you a digital media specialist who's ready to lead performance marketing for one of the UK's most recognisable Highstreet retail names?We're working exclusively with a FTSE-100 Highstreet retail giant, to urgently find a Paid Media lead to join their fast-paced Digital Marketing team for the next 12 months. This is a business shipping to over 70 countries worldwide and leading its category, so the platform and scale on offer here really are hard to match!The roleWorking as part of a close knit, high performing Paid Media team, you'll take ownership of high-impact, data-driven performance marketing campaigns, working hand in hand with the media agency and strategic partners to keep delivery precise and pace fast. Expect real variety and real influence, from beta testing emerging platforms to presenting strategic insights straight to the wider business.What you'll be doing Planning and executing performance-led digital campaigns aligned to commercial goalsOwning the agency relationship, managing day-to-day delivery with search partners and external stakeholdersExploring new platforms and beta opportunities with global media partners to stay ahead of the marketPartnering cross-functionally with marketing and commercial trading teams around seasonal launchesPresenting findings and insights to senior stakeholders, turning data into clear commercial recommendationsTracking the wider landscape, staying ahead of shifts in technology, privacy, and consumer behaviour What you'll bring Proven experience in digital industries, with strong exposure to performance media channelsA track record managing search partners and/or agency relationshipsStrong numeracy and Excel skills, with sharp attention to detailA logical, collaborative approach and confidence working as part of a teamSolid technical knowledge across the digital media space The packageAlongside a salary of £55,000 to £64,000, you'll get flexible working (3 days office, 2 from home), an annual performance bonus, Sharesave scheme, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 25% staff discount, and a long list of additional perks.Based at a modern Manchester city centre office, this is a genuine step up for someone ready to shape the digital strategy of a market-leading brand.Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role and the business behind itAs 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.