About the roleWe''re working with an ambitious and growing business based in Cardiff that''s looking to appoint a Senior Paid Media Manager to lead and optimise paid media activity across multiple channels.This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone who combines strong strategic thinking with deep technical expertise. You''ll play a key role in driving performance, mentoring others, and shaping paid media strategy to deliver measurable results.Key responsibilitiesOwn and lead paid media strategy across channels including Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn and other relevant platformsPlan, build, and optimise high-performing paid campaigns to meet commercial objectivesManage and analyse budgets, forecasts, and ROIUse data and insight to continually test, learn, and improve performanceProduce clear performance reports and communicate results to stakeholdersStay ahead of industry trends, platform updates, and best practiceSupport and mentor junior team members where appropriateCollaborate closely with wider marketing, content, and creative teamsAbout youProven experience in a senior paid media or performance marketing roleStrong hands-on experience with Google Ads and paid social platformsConfident managing significant budgets and delivering against KPIsHighly analytical with excellent attention to detailComfortable presenting performance and recommendations to stakeholdersProactive, commercially minded, and results-driven SalaryUp to 50k paCompany pension ..... full job details .....