Junior Paid Search (SEA) Consultant

About the role

This role operates within the Media Team, managing paid search and shopping campaigns for recognized brands. The position combines data analysis and campaign execution to support revenue growth. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is central to delivering client solutions. You will own the execution and optimization of paid search initiatives under the guidance of senior professionals. A core part of your responsibility will be ensuring that campaign performance aligns with client business goals. You will translate raw analytics into clear narratives that explain campaign movement. Daily tasks will involve monitoring live activity and making adjustments to improve results. You will be expected to document your work so that it is easy for others to understand and continue.

Key facts

What you'll do

Analyze campaign performance data to identify trends and actionable insights for optimization.

Discover relevant search terms to expand keyword strategies and improve campaign reach.

Manage paid search and shopping campaigns across multiple markets to meet brand objectives.

Create implementation plans and workflows that organize daily campaign activities efficiently.

Address client briefs, both internal and external, ensuring responses are timely and accurate.

Generate reports on campaign activity on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to track progress.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure campaigns are delivered smoothly and meet client expectations.

Build and refine paid search campaigns across various search platforms to maximize performance.

Monitor budget pacing and adjust bids to ensure spend efficiency and goal attainment.

Conduct quality checks on ad copy and landing page alignment to maintain brand consistency.

Support the testing of new campaign ideas to drive innovation and improve results over time.

Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and structured manner.

Maintain organized documentation of processes and changes for future reference and auditing.

Identify areas for process improvement and suggest solutions to streamline campaign management.

Assist in the onboarding of new clients by providing foundational campaign setup and training materials.

Requirements

Experience in managing and optimizing paid search and shopping campaigns is expected, with at least one year in a digital agency or comparable setting.

The capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting is necessary to meet client demands.

Proficiency in Excel/Sheets at an intermediate level or higher is required, along with familiarity with Word/Docs and PowerPoint/Slides.

Availability to start working directly in Budapest, Skopje, Zagreb, or Split is required to ensure immediate contribution.

Full professional proficiency in English is required for communication with internal and external stakeholders.

A minimum of 1+ years of professional experience in a relevant role is mandatory for consideration.

Strong attention to detail is required to ensure accuracy in campaign setup and reporting.

Willingness to follow structured processes while learning digital marketing best practices is essential.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously without compromising quality.

Commitment to maintaining data privacy and security in all campaign activities is mandatory.

Readiness to adhere to client guidelines and company policies in all professional interactions.

Nice to have

Full working proficiency in the English language.

Practical notes

The role is based within the Media Team, which supports award-winning, creative campaigns for well-known brands.

Typical interview steps

Hiring processes usually combine a screening conversation with one or more interview rounds. Candidates can expect questions about their experience, a scenario or case, and a chance to ask their own questions. Preparation and specific examples from past work carry the most weight. Whatever the role, preparation is visible. Reviewing the company's product, the job description, and your own past work before the conversation is the strongest step.

Good to know

Roles in this field often involve data-driven decision making and constant adaptation to market trends. Continuous learning is typical to keep up with algorithm updates and industry best practices.

Questions to ask

Good questions to ask the employer in the interview: what does success look like in the first six months, how is the team structured, what is the current biggest challenge, and how are decisions made. Asking about growth paths and the review process is also well received. Employers expect questions, and good ones show preparation.

Career growth

Careers in this field grow through a mix of experience, responsibility, and demonstrated results. Early years build skills; later years build ownership. Many professionals switch focus areas or companies to keep growing. Growth in any career comes from scope, results, and reputation. Take on work that is slightly uncomfortable, and make sure others can see the outcomes.