Handle Recruitment is seeking an immediately available Paid Media Specialist to join a global media company for a short-term contract. This is a hands-on performance marketing role to cover for a busy period, ideal for someone who can quickly step in, assess existing activity, and drive measurable improvements across paid channels including Google Ads and Meta.

*Immediate start for two months, Central London office based, pay up to £210 day rate PAYE*

Key responsibilities include:

• Auditing and optimising live Google Ads and Meta campaigns
• Media planning, budget allocation, and audience targeting
• Managing and scaling campaigns to improve CPA, CTR, conversion rates, and overall efficiency
• Running A/B tests across creatives, audiences, and landing pages
• Using analytics and performance data to inform decisions and provide actionable insights
• Working closely with cross-functional teams and engaging confidently with senior stakeholders
• Supporting short-term business goals and delivering results within a tight timeframe

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven expertise in paid media, with strong hands-on experience across Google Ads and Meta Ads Manager
• Experience in media planning, campaign execution, and ongoing optimisation
• Strong commercial and performance marketing mindset, with deep understanding of KPIs such as CPA, CTR, conversion rate, and GM
• Confident using data and analytics tools to drive optimisation decisions
• A structured test-and-learn approach to continuous improvement
• Ability to prioritise effectively and deliver results in a short-term contract role
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior internal teams

Please apply now for a further conversation!

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.