WeDiscover | Performance Marketing & Technology Agency

Junior Account Executive, Paid Search (Early Careers Scheme)

WeDiscover | Performance Marketing & Technology Agency  •  £29k/yr  •  London, GB (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

WeDiscover is offering first-time job seekers the opportunity to join our Early Careers scheme, starting in September 2026. You will be joining one of the best businesses to work for in the UK, becoming part of a scheme which was awarded Best Next Generation Initiative award at the UK Company Culture Awards. Through this you’ll learn from the best in the industry to become a full-time Junior Paid Search Executive at the Best Agency in Europe.

This is an entry-level role designed for individuals with little to no prior Digital Marketing experience. The programme begins with an intensive, face-to-face training period, blending group learning, hands-on practice, and 1:1 mentoring from some of the best in the industry. If you'd like to find out more about our Early Careers Scheme at WeDiscover, take a look at the experiences of one of our previous cohorts on our blog

A note that if you already have commercial experience in paid media, this scheme isn’t the right fit for you. Instead, take a look at some of the other open roles on our careers page

About us

WeDiscover was founded on the belief that combining performance marketing experts with data scientists, engineers, and designers produces something genuinely different. Our technology-driven approach empowers our teams to solve complex challenges with innovative, elegant solutions. Great Place To Work® certified since our earliest years, we consistently rank as one of the best businesses to work for in the UK.

What you'll learn

Our training programme goes beyond the basics, setting you up with advanced technical, analytical, and business skills for long-term success in digital marketing. You will learn how to:

  • Analyse and interpret data to make smart, evidence-based decisions
  • Map and optimise user journeys from first click to final conversion
  • Build, optimise, and manage multi-million-pound campaigns across Google and Microsoft Ads
  • Test and implement bespoke solutions alongside a dedicated technology team
  • Work with both major global brands and exciting high-growth start-ups
  • Build trust and long-term relationships directly with clients
  • Present confidently, write professionally, and manage your time effectively
  • Gain industry-recognised certifications such as Google Ads Skillshop

Requirements

No prior related work experience is required. This opportunity is for anyone looking to enter the world of digital marketing for the first time.

You are perfect for this opportunity if you:

  • Have a can-do attitude and willingness to learn
  • Enjoy working with data
  • Are proactive and naturally curious
  • Have excellent attention to detail and are well organised
  • Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
  • You're analytical, ambitious and looking for a career in digital marketing!

Interview Process

  1. Video interview: we ask all applicants to submit a video screening interview to get to know you and your motivations for applying. ( All interviews are reviewed by our team - no AI screening!)
  2. In-person assessment centre: Shortlisted candidates will spend a couple of hours at our London offices. We'll share full details with you at that stage.
  3. Final offer!

Start date

This role starts on 1 September 2026 - please make sure you're available from that date before applying.

Benefits

  • WeDiscover is committed to adhering to the London Living Wage standard so the starting salary for this role will be £28,900 per year
  • Significant career progression in a fast-growing, award-winning agency
  • Equity through our EMI Options Scheme - a government-backed programme that gives you the option to buy shares in WeDiscover at a fixed price in the future. If the company grows in value, so does your stake in it
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 2 paid volunteering days per year
  • 5-week paid sabbatical after 5 years
  • £40/month wellness subscription (e.g. Calm, Headspace, Thriva, gym membership)
  • £200 annual learning fund for books, courses, or subscriptions
  • High-spec equipment and working from home budget
  • A hybrid working style: 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
WeDiscover | Performance Marketing & Technology Agency

About WeDiscover | Performance Marketing & Technology Agency

WeDiscover was created to redefine performance marketing by integrating cutting-edge technology with expert performance marketers. Our team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts work hand-in-hand with performance marketers to drive growth for ambitious, future-focused companies.

We specialise in building bespoke technology solutions - designed for and owned by our clients - to ensure scalability and sustained success.

With a portfolio that includes industry-leading brands such as Trainline, New Look, Domino's, AA, Lyst, carwow, LiveScore Group, Bally's, and Virgin, we have experts across a range of verticals to consistently deliver impactful results across diverse sectors.

Our ability to innovate stems from a deep understanding of the challenges faced by businesses. Founded by former performance marketing leaders from Deliveroo and carwow, we bring a client-side perspective that extends beyond marketing teams to consider the broader business ecosystem. Our emphasis on a holistic approach ensures solutions which are designed to tackle real-world challenges and deliver measurable, impactful results.

At WeDiscover, we don’t just market growth; we build it - through technology, innovation, and collaboration.

WeDiscover has been ranked among the fastest-growing businesses in the Financial Times 1000 in 2025 and the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 in 2024.

Industry
Marketing & Advertising
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
2020
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