Paid Media Manager (SA)

Paid Media Manager

Full-time, permanent

Remote. Based in South Africa.

About Greenpark

Greenpark is a global, award-winning, performance-driven content leader and brand publishing agency. Our Purpose is to help brands create meaningful connections that impact people’s lives through performance-driven content for search and social. Our unique expertise in Omnichannel Search & Insights, Creative Content and Performance Tech are delivered to our clients via an ad agency and in-house model.

We do this for a global client portfolio including Unilever, Campari Group, AIA, Sanofi, Nestle, Lipton, Kimberley Clark, Straumann, Ricola, Globe Telecom, and more.

Our Values

As a company, we strive and act together in our ambition to make a positive impact for the people and brands we serve, we do everything with kindness and respect at the core. ‘We Strive’, ‘Acting Together’, ‘With Kindness’ are the values that guide us.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Paid Media Manager to lead search campaigns for some of our largest clients in EMEA and the US. This role requires someone who is both strategic and execution-focused — equally comfortable crafting performance strategies as they are optimizing campaigns in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and DV360.

You’ll work cross-functionally with strategy, content, and data teams to ensure paid search drives measurable business outcomes and integrates seamlessly with SEO and Social.

What you’ll do

·        Lead Paid Search Campaigns: Plan, execute, and optimize Paid/PPC campaigns for major international brands

·        Strategy & Planning: Build full-funnel paid search strategies aligned to client objectives and omnichannel frameworks

·        Data-Driven Optimization: Own budget pacing, bid strategies, A/B testing, and campaign performance analytics

·        Cross-Market Coordination: Manage campaigns across EMEA and North America, aligning with local teams and market nuances

·        Reporting & Insights: Deliver clear, insightful reporting with strong business recommendations

·        Platform Expertise: Stay ahead of platform changes, betas, and new formats across Google, Bing, and retail media

·        Collaboration: Work with SEO, Social, Content, and AI teams to create integrated media solutions

About you

·        5–7+ years of hands-on experience managing Paid/PPC campaigns for global brands or large-scale budgets

·        Expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Shopping, and Search Audience targeting

·        Strong analytical skills — ability to interpret complex data and drive performance

·        Experience with tools such as SA360, Google Data Studio, GA4, and Looker Studio

·        Knowledge of omnichannel strategies and how paid integrates with SEO, social, and content

·        Strong communication skills and client-facing experience

·        Fluent in English; other European languages a plus

·        Experience with AI-driven PPC tools or automation platforms

·        Familiarity with brand safety, performance max, or retail media platforms (e.g., Amazon Ads)

·        Understanding of B2B and B2C models across different sectors (FMCG, luxury, tech, etc.)

·        You live & breathe Greenpark’s core values—championing openness, respect, innovation, and teamwork—so that every interaction, both internally and externally, reflects our commitment to our values.

How we’ll support you

• 25 days of paid holidays per year + ZA public holidays and your birthday off.
• Christmas Closure - (extra days on top of your holiday allowance)
• A monthly entertainment subscription paid by the company (e.g. Amazon Prime, Netflix, Spotify, etc)
• Access to Free VDU Eye Tests and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Participate in wellness and peer recognition initiatives (e.g. On The Spot Awards and Value Champion Awards).
• Social Events – Join us for our major annual social events: Spring, Summer, Halloween and Christmas parties, plus many other ad-hoc events. 
• WFA policy – work from abroad for up to 4 weeks per year.
• Yearly Calm subscription.

At Greenpark, we believe the best ideas come from the widest range of perspectives. We welcome and celebrate every background, identity, and experience across our global workforce. By fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and collaboration, we’re committed to ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and everyone can thrive.

All applications shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status or any other protected characteristics.