Performance Media Associate

Job Description:

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in a sustainable economy. As a unified organisation, dentsu brings together deep expertise across media, creative and customer experience to deliver integrated solutions that drive meaningful progress for clients and society. 

We are now excited to invite applications for the role of Performance Associate with our awesome team in Melbourne. 

The role: 

A Performance Associate is an entry-level role where you will support the execution, optimisation, and reporting of paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Bing Ads for one of Australia's leading health insurance brands.

Working alongside a high-performing team, you'll play a direct role in helping our client achieve ambitious business and performance goals while building valuable experience in search marketing and digital media.  

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and looking to build a long-term career in performance marketing. 

Core responsibilities: 

• Execute, monitor, and optimise SEM campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Bing Ads to deliver against client objectives and KPIs.  

• Perform daily campaign checks, monitor pacing, and track performance against targets and budgets.  

• Prepare and analyse weekly, fortnightly, and monthly performance reports, translating data into actionable insights and recommendations.  

• Support client meetings, presentations, and ongoing stakeholder communications as your platform expertise develops.  

• Collaborate with the broader client teams to deliver outstanding client outcomes. 

A bit about you: 

• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with confidence working with large data sets and Excel spreadsheets.  

• A genuine interest in digital marketing, performance media, and search advertising. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain data, insights, and recommendations to different audiences.  

• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn from a team of experienced performance specialists.  

• Exposure to Google Ads, Google Analytics, SEM coursework, or relevant certifications would be highly regarded. 

What’s in it for you: 

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up. 

• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change. 

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way. 

• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University. 

Become a champion for meaningful progress: 

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. 

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you. 

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