Digital Marketing Executive Programmatic

Croud Inc Ltd; SHREWSBURY; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital marketing agency is seeking an entry-level individual for the Programmatic Team in Shrewsbury. This hybrid role involves managing digital advertising campaigns, analyzing performance data, and collaborating with a network of freelancers. Ideal candidates are organized, analytical, and eager to learn about programmatic advertising. The agency offers a range of benefits including a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Paid sabbatical at 7 years

25 days holiday

Health & Wellbeing contributions

Life insurance and income protection

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities in English.
• Confident working with data and numbers, spotting trends.
• Practical experience in digital marketing through internships.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and managing programmatic display campaigns.
• Analyzing campaign data to ensure client goals are met.
• Writing clear briefs for tasks and managing processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Degree in marketing, advertising, media or communications

Tools

Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

DV360

The Trade Desk

Job description

SHREWSBURY, UK (Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office per week)

A benchmarked salary between £26,228 to £29,368. Your salary level is determined by skills and experience within our progression framework.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Croud is a global, full service digital marketing agency with a unique business model that helps businesses drive sustainable growth in the new world of marketing. Croud was named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for the second year in a row, and was named Performance Marketing Employer of the Year by PMW.

At Croud, we unlock potential by elevating our people, clients, and communities within a rapidly advancing and complex economy. We operate as a unique scaled network of Intelligent, Creative Specialists to deliver superior brand outcomes and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities.

Our culture is strategically driven and inspired by a shared long-term vision. It is collaborative and connected, with a focus on continuous learning and mutual support. We are energised by future thinking, driving innovation to achieve better outcomes. We are instinctively generous, actively including and empowering our people. Above all, we are purpose-driven, committed to positively impacting our people, the planet, and our global communities.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for an intelligent and collaborative individual who is passionate about building a career in digital marketing. Currently we have an open entry level role in our Programmatic Team. Perfect for someone organised, analytical, and curious about digital marketing. You’ll work closely with a collaborative team of Account Executives, Account Managers, and Senior Account Managers, supporting the delivery of digital advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients. A key part of the role involves working with our global network of freelancers (the Croudie Network), briefing tasks, reviewing outputs, and ensuring everything meets our high standards. This role is a fantastic opportunity to build strong foundations in programmatic advertising, develop confidence working with industry-leading tools, and grow your career within a supportive, fast-paced agency environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Campaign Management: Setting up, launching, and managing programmatic display campaigns.
• Campaign Management: Keeping an eye on campaign results to ensure we hit client goals and stay within budget.
• Campaign Management: Learning to use industry-leading platforms such as DV360 and The Trade Desk.
• Campaign Management: Developing a strong understanding of the digital and programmatic advertising landscape.
• Data & Reporting: Helping the team analyse campaign data to spot trends, challenges, and successes.
• Data & Reporting: Gathering and checking data for client reports and writing clear summaries of performance.
• Data & Reporting: Identifying unusual data patterns and working with the team to fix causes.
• Croudie Network & Internal Processes: Writing clear instructions (briefs) for tasks and managing internal processes from start to finish.
• Croudie Network & Internal Processes: Checking work completed by the Croudie Network to ensure accuracy and standards.
• Croudie Network & Internal Processes: Training Croudies on client-specific needs and tasks.
• Administrative tasks: Completing daily admin tasks, including keeping accurate records of time.
• Client Service & Team Support: Assisting the team with ad-hoc requests from clients or other teams within the agency.
• Client Service & Team Support: Maintaining high standards of communication and service.
• Client Service & Team Support: Understanding and working towards business goals like client satisfaction (NPS) and profitability.
• Client Service & Team Support: Working with colleagues to support client retention and deliver great work.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities in English
• While this position is open to all majors, a degree in marketing, advertising, media and communications, or similar would be beneficial
• Confident working with data and numbers, with the ability to spot trends and unusual patterns
• Logical problem-solver who can investigate issues and resolve them with others
• Comfortable following processes and ensuring work meets defined quality standards
• Practical experience in digital marketing through previous work or internship experience in marketing, project management, or media is advantageous
• Demonstrated skills in teamwork and collaboration within a professional setting
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities, with the ability to prioritise multiple projects
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, particularly Excel/Google Sheets, Word/Google Docs, and PowerPoint/Google Slides
• A strong interest in digital marketing including programmatic advertising and managing campaigns day-to-day

COMPANY BENEFITS

Croud operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days a week based in our Shrewsbury office and the remaining days from home if you wish.

Croud offers a clear path to progression for all staff. We are committed to development opportunities alongside a regular performance review process. The opportunities are endless!

On completion of the three-month probation period, every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include:

• Sabbatical: Paid sabbatical at 7 years with an option to take it unpaid at 5 years
• 25 days holiday a year
• Discretionary annual performance-based incentive
• Sales commission
• Recruitment referrals bonus
• Health & Wellbeing contribution
• 2 Recharge Days each holiday year
• Ride to Work scheme
• Railcard
• Season Ticket loan
• Home office chair and home office screen
• Free fruit, breakfast cereals, snacks and tea & coffee in the office
• Enhanced Primary and Secondary family leave as well as extended Parental Leave and Shared Family Leave
• Life insurance and income protection
• Medical Cash Plan
• Pension
• Curated third-party learning platform and access to Croud Campus
• Peer-to-peer recognition scheme
• Team off-sites/regular socials
• Year-round holiday parties
• Flexible working options
• Day to make a difference

Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, with flexibility if agreed in advance with line managers; it may be necessary to work outside these hours on occasion.

Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed on merit, qualifications and ability to perform the role.

OUR VALUES

We live and breathe five core values: In it together, Eye on the future, Generous in spirit, Do what you say, Make a difference. We value integration, futurism, collaboration, integrity, and impact.