Who we are
We create trusted, expert content that helps millions of people discover more about the things they love, need and care about. From technology, gaming and entertainment to fashion, lifestyle, sport, finance and beyond, our specialist brands connect people with their passions every day.
Across websites, magazines, newsletters, social channels and events, we bring expert content to audiences around the world. We combine our deep specialist knowledge with innovative technology and data to create engaging experiences, build valuable communities and help people make better-informed decisions.
Behind it all are our people - passionate experts, creators, innovators and problem-solvers who are shaping the future of media.
The Team You’ll Join
Ecomm Rewards is a division of Future PLC, a global multi-platform media company known for market-leading brands across technology, gaming & entertainment, music, creative & photography, field sports, knowledge, and home interest sectors. Ecomm Rewards finds and publishes the best money-saving deals, voucher codes, and discounts for audiences in the UK and US. Creating value for our audience is central to our mission.
What you'll do
The PPC Executive will support the Marketing Team by building, running, and optimising PPC campaigns day-to-day. Working closely with the Senior PPC Executive and reporting to the Senior PPC Manager, you'll handle campaign builds, keyword and ad copy management, bid adjustments, and performance reporting. Your work will help make sure campaigns hit their targets and deliver measurable ROI.
This role suits someone with some hands-on paid search experience, ideally in Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, who wants to sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll get structured support, exposure to large-scale UK and US accounts, and a clear path towards a Senior PPC Executive role.
What you’ll bring
- 1–2 years' hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns, whether in-house or at an agency.
- Working knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Ads; experience with Google Ads Editor and/or SA360 is a plus.
- A solid understanding of core PPC metrics and how they tie to ROI and profitability.
- Basic understanding of automated bidding strategies.
- An interest in AI tools, with the ability to explore how they can support campaign optimisation, data analysis, and marketing efficiency.
- Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
- An analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to share findings with the team.
- A proactive, curious approach and a willingness to learn.
- Google Ads certification is desirable. Experience in affiliate, e-commerce, or deals/voucher environments is a bonus.
- Exposure to paid social advertising platforms, such as Meta Ads, would be an advantage.
Minimum Requirements
- 1–2 years’ experience managing paid search campaigns, in-house or agency-side.
- Working knowledge of Google Ads, Microsoft Ads and core PPC metrics.
- Understanding of automated bidding strategies and campaign performance optimisation.
- Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and an analytical, detail-oriented approach.
- Clear communication skills, with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Interest in AI tools and their application to campaign optimisation and marketing efficiency.
What we offer
- Uncapped leave
- Enhanced parental leave
- Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care
- When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
- Refer a friend scheme - with payment following the successful hire.
- Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
- Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
- Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match
- Free drinks and snacks in our offices
The expected range for this role is £25,500 - £26,000
This is a hybrid role, working three days per week from our Cardiff office
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Inclusion and Diversity at Future
At Future, we’re working to attract, retain and foster diverse talent, educating our colleagues in the importance of diversity, and review our internal processes so that they remain as free from bias as possible. We recognise that, in order to reach diverse communities through our content, we must first ensure ours is a culture in which diversity can thrive.
Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.
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Skills Required
- 1-2 years of hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns in-house or at an agency
- Working knowledge of Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
- Knowledge of core PPC metrics and their relationship to ROI and profitability
- Understanding of automated bidding strategies and campaign performance optimization
- Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and basic formulas
- Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, curious approach and willingness to learn
- Interest in AI tools and their application to campaign optimization and marketing efficiency
- Google Ads certification
- Experience with Google Ads Editor or SA360
- Experience in affiliate, e-commerce, or deals/voucher environments
- Exposure to paid social advertising platforms such as Meta Ads
Future (futureplc.com) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and HSA/FSA options for eligible U.S. and Canadian employees. This breadth indicates a robust core health offering in those regions.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees can access a 401(k) with company matching, and some other countries have pension arrangements or contributions. These provisions point to meaningful employer-backed retirement support across markets.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Uncapped annual leave is available in the UK, U.S., Canada, and Czechia. This suggests wide-ranging time-off flexibility across multiple regions.
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What We Do
We are Future. The global platform for specialist media. We create expert original content that connects people to their passions across a portfolio of over 230 phenomenal brands. Through our websites, magazines, events, and social spaces we reach 1 in 3 adults online in the UK and the US. Founded in 1985, we have grown significantly to a global business with over 3,000 colleagues. We are the largest magazine publisher in the UK with a combined circulation of more than 3 million across our publications. We innovate through our proprietary technology, diversify our audiences across new platforms, and acquire and launch new brands every year. We’ve got an ambitious plan to build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities. We’re connectors, creators, experience makers
