Paid Media Analyst at Jellyfish (Durban, South Africa)Paid Media Analyst

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table. Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand

Job Description We’re looking to connect with passionate professionals for upcoming opportunities across our growing Paid Media teams. You may work across a range of paid media channels, including Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media, supporting global brands and leveraging leading platforms to deliver measurable results. As part of our collaborative team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across campaign strategy, execution, optimisation, reporting, and client support, while developing expertise across multiple paid media channels. Please note: This is not a live vacancy. We are building a pipeline of talent for future roles Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Plan, activate and optimise paid media campaigns across Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media channels.
• Manage campaign builds, pacing, troubleshooting, and budget delivery.
• Track campaign performance and produce clear, actionable reports.
• Use analytics tools (e.g., GA4, SA360, Skai) to identify insights and growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated paid media solutions.
• Support client relationships with strong communication, insights, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• Experience in at least one paid media discipline (Search, Social, Programmatic, or Retail Media).
• Hands-on experience with paid media platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok, DV360, Amazon Ads, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience managing campaign budgets and monitoring delivery.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused mindset.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable solving problems independently.
• Curious, data-driven, and eager to learn across multiple channels.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs. 💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme. 💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours. 👪 Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

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