Junior Paid Media Manager

We are the UKs leading premium publisher home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan Esquire Elle Harpers Bazaar and Country Living. At Hearst UK we dont just create content we shape culture.

Our workplace is built on collaboration creativity and trust. We champion bold ideas embrace innovation and continually evolve to meet the moment all while celebrating the legacy thats brought us here. We believe in each others potential and push boundaries together to make a meaningful impact both in the media landscape and in peoples lives.

Were proud of our heritage but even more excited about making history.

Hearst UK operate a hybrid working model of four days per week in the office and one day working from home. Our office is based atHouse of Hearst 30 Panton Street St Jamess London SW1Y 4AJ where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

The Role

Paid Media plays a central role in amplifying Hearsts global brands and delivering impactful digital partnerships for our clients. As a Junior Paid Media Manager youll be at the heart of that delivery supporting the execution optimisation and reporting of campaigns across platforms including Meta TikTok and YouTube.

Working closely with our Senior and Lead team members youll gain hands-on experience in campaign activation performance analysis and budget management. This is a great role for someone looking to break into digital marketing or take their first step in-house with structured development real responsibility and a clear progression pathway within the team.

Main Duties

• Support the set-up launch and delivery of Global Paid Media campaigns across key platforms ensuring campaigns go live accurately and on time.

• Monitor campaign performance against agreed KPIs identifying optimisation opportunities and implementing changes with guidance from Senior team members.

• Assist with budget pacing and spend tracking ensuring campaigns remain efficient and commercially sound.
• Compile and validate performance data for weekly and end-of-campaign reports contributing to client-facing summaries and insight generation.
• Troubleshoot basic platform and delivery issues escalating more complex challenges appropriately.
• Stay up to date with Paid Media platform updates and industry trends proactively sharing insights and ideas with the wider team.

What We Are Looking For

• Genuine enthusiasm for digital marketing and paid social platforms (particularly Meta and TikTok). You know what good content looks like and what makes it stand out.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn the digital landscape evolves quickly and we want someone who will challenge our thinking and bring fresh ideas to the table!
• Strong numerical ability and confidence working with data with a general idea as to how AI can support you doing this.
• High attention to detail particularly when setting up campaigns and compiling reports.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets with a desire to learn tools such as GA4 and other measurement platforms.
• Strong organisational and written communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• We work across multiple markets so any experience speaking a different language is always a bonus!

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extrasthey are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes you could be trying the next big thing in beauty food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension Income Protection Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.