Paid Search Executive

Job ID
Job ID 75363
Team
Team Digital & Marketing
Location
Location Leicester
Contract Type
Contract Type Perm
Job Schedule
Job Schedule Full time
Salary
Salary From £32,000
Posting Date
Posting Date 08/05/2026
Apply Before
Apply Before 22/05/2026
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Summary

We are looking for a Paid Search Executive to join our eCommerce Digital team. Based at Next Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire!


The Role:

As the Paid Search Executive, you will support with developing and delivering our PPC and PLA activity for NEXT in order to maximise the profitable acquisition of new customers from international countries and generation of sales from existing customers via the channel. You will work closely with our media agency and key search partners to deliver profitable performance campaigns.

What You’ll Take On:

  • Collaborating with media agencies and partners like Google to deliver high-performing campaigns.
  • Analysing performance data to identify trends and ensure our activities remain profitable.
  • Partnering with internal marketing and trading teams to align search activity with business goals.
  • Exploring innovative opportunities to stay ahead of the digital curve.
  • Taking ownership of channel reporting to share insights that help us grow.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Experience: Practical knowledge of Paid Search/PPC and platforms like Google Ads.
  • Analytical Skills: A natural ability to turn data into actionable insights.
  • Communication: The confidence to build strong relationships with internal teams and external agencies.
  • Mindset: A results-oriented approach and the ability to work at pace in a dynamic retail environment.
  • Integrity: Being honest and taking responsibility for doing the right thing.


Ready to help us build something you'll be proud of? Apply now!


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Benefits

  • 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
  • Company performance based bonus
  • Sharesave scheme
  • On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
  • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Early VIP access to sale stock
  • Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
  • Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
  • Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
  • Free on-site parking
  • Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
  • Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
  • Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
  • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
  • Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

What's Next?

Team Overview

The Digital & Marketing team brings creativity, technology, and insight together. From bold campaigns and boundary-pushing design to product innovation, digital evolution, and vital data support, these teams shape seamless experiences and drive the business forward.

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