Programmatic Account Manager | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £30,000 - £35,000

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a media organisation to recruit a Programmatic Account Manager to join a high-performing digital team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a programmatic specialist looking to take ownership of campaign delivery, optimisation, client relationships, and strategic planning across a diverse portfolio of accounts. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to develop innovative, data-driven campaigns that deliver strong performance outcomes.

The Role

As a Programmatic Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and optimising programmatic campaigns, developing media plans, and delivering best-in-class digital strategies aligned with client objectives.

You'll play a key role in campaign execution, performance analysis, client servicing, and supporting the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Campaign Management

• Manage the implementation, optimisation, and reporting of programmatic campaigns.
• Build and execute media plans designed to achieve client KPIs.
• Identify testing opportunities and deliver actionable insights from campaign performance.
• Monitor campaign delivery and recommend optimisation strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Support the development and execution of programmatic strategies across client accounts.
• Build strong relationships with clients and media partners.
• Present campaign performance, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ensure campaigns consistently deliver against objectives and KPIs.

Team Support

• Mentor and support junior team members where required.
• Contribute to a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team culture.
• Assist with workload management and best practice implementation.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure campaign accuracy, financial reconciliation, and process compliance.
• Support quality assurance processes and minimise delivery errors.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless campaign execution.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing programmatic advertising campaigns.
• Hands-on experience with leading DSP platforms such as DV360, The Trade Desk and/or Amazon DSP.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
• Experience developing and evaluating testing strategies across audience, media, and creative activity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach and genuine passion for programmatic advertising and digital media.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000.
• Hybrid working arrangement based in Manchester.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale campaigns.
• Strong learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing digital function.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Programmatic Account Manager | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £30,000 - £35,000

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