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PPC Specialist
Remuneration: | R30000 - R38000 per month cost-to-company |
Location: | Johannesburg, Orchards |
Remote work: | Some remote work allowed |
Education level: | Diploma |
Job level: | Mid/Senior |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #PnqPPCAug25 |
Company: | Penquin |
Job description
Purpose of the roleAs our PPC & SEO Specialist, you’ll be the digital powerhouse driving high-quality traffic, leads, and results for a variety of clients across diverse industries. You’ll take ownership of paid search campaigns and organic search strategies, ensuring they’re performance-optimised, budget-wise, and creatively aligned with brand goals. You will work collaboratively within a fast-paced advertising agency environment, contributing to multi-disciplinary teams and presenting insights directly to clients.
Key responsibilities
Strategy and execution
- Plan, implement, and optimise PPC campaigns across Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other digital platforms.
- Conduct thorough keyword research, competitor analysis, and market insights to inform paid and organic strategies.
- Develop and execute on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve rankings, traffic, and domain authority.
- Monitor and adjust SEO tactics based on algorithm changes, competitor activity, and business goals.
Analytics and reporting
- Use Google Analytics, GA4, Tag Manager, SEMrush, and similar tools to track campaign performance and SEO progress.
- Create insightful reports and dashboards for internal teams and clients.
- Provide data-driven recommendations to improve ROAS, CTR, CPC, CPA, and other key metrics.
Collaboration and integration
- Work closely with content creators, designers, and developers to ensure SEO and PPC best practices are implemented across websites and campaigns.
- Liaise with Account Managers to align digital strategy with broader client objectives and brand tone.
- Present campaign results and insights in client meetings, often with clever metaphors and a healthy dose of charm.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a dynamic, results-focused team in a creatively charged agency that values integrity, agility, and people-first culture. We work hard, laugh often, and believe that digital success comes from real human insight.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Digital Communications, or equivalent experience.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience managing PPC and SEO in an agency or high-volume digital environment.
- Google Ads and Google Analytics certifications are preferred.
- Strong understanding of search engine algorithms, paid bidding strategies, and audience segmentation.
- Excellent copywriting and keyword strategy skills.
- Proficient in tools like Google Ads Editor, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, and Looker Studio (Data Studio) and HubSpot experience a plus.
Key Attributes and competencies
- Meticulous attention to detail and budget handling.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent time management thrives on juggling multiple client accounts.
- Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset.
- Proactive, adaptable, and excited by performance-driven results.
- Brings energy and humour to the team, even during campaign crunch weeks.
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Penquin is an independent, mid-sized integrated marketing agency nestled in Johannesburg, with a team of insightful and creative individuals at its core. Established in 2000, our two-decade journey has seen us become a driving force behind the growth of several market-leading brands.
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