About the job German Speaking Google Ads Onboarding Account Manager in Barcelona!
Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain (World Trade Center, oceanfront location)
Work Model: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days Remote)
Contract Type: Full-Time (39 Hours / Week)
Compensation: €26,000 Gross Base Salary + €4,000 Performance Bonus (Up to €30,000 OTE)
Role Overview
Join an expanding operational unit in Barcelona running an online advertising program for Google Ads. Targeted at candidates experienced in building commercial client relationships in the German market, this role offers you the position of a strategic marketing partner. You will manage a portfolio of growing mid-market enterprises and future tech leaders in a fast-evolving environment. Your main objective is to establish strong working partnerships, boost platform feature usage, reduce account cancellation, and find revenue growth opportunities across your assigned accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Onboarding & PPC Strategy: Act as the premier point of contact to launch new corporate clients and develop high-performing PPC strategies.
- Proactive Client Engagement: Maintain frequent outbound phone calls across your account base to train users, build trust, and expand business.
- Needs Assessment & Custom Setup: Assess customer targets to implement tailored, scalable campaign setups that generate quick results.
- CRM & Portfolio Management: Keep accurate, organized records of all customer touchpoints within internal CRM software.
- Performance Analysis & Reporting: Review key campaign metrics and supply actionable reports and optimization strategies to account decision-makers.
- Funnel & Content Integration: Help clients align Google Ads with broader digital funnels, including landing page conversion and target audience testing.
- Market Feedback Loop: Provide local market observations, competitor details, and user feedback from Germany to help shape internal products.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Languages: Fluent German (C1–C2) plus strong professional English skills.
- Operational Capabilities: Demonstrated proficiency in managing client accounts autonomously while navigating CRM tools smoothly.
- Active Communication: Eager to conduct phone-based outreach to connect with executive stakeholders and build professional rapport.
- Tech Savviness: Skill in using modern AI tools to automate data insights and personalize client interactions.
- Interpersonal & Business Skills: Outstanding written and spoken communication, persuasive presence, commercial awareness, and a target-focused attitude.
Specialized Skills for the German Market
- Cultural & Market Insight: Deep appreciation of German business culture, corporate decision-making, agency dynamics, and risk considerations.
- Strategic Positioning: Ability to spot expanding German companies and position Google Ads as a key driver of their growth.
- Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of European privacy standards (GDPR) to ensure all campaign recommendations respect client privacy.
Desirable Qualities
- High EQ, structured execution skills, analytical mindset, and methodical work habits.
- A proactive, growth-oriented mindset focused on practical problem-solving.
Benefits & Compensation Package
- Salary: €26,000 gross base salary + €4,000 performance bonus (€30,000 maximum OTE), with promotion pathways leading to a €30,000 base.
- Relocation Package:
- Paid airfare to Barcelona.
- 1 full month of studio housing upon arrival.
- Comprehensive moving assistance for administrative setup in Spain.
- Health & Wellness: Private medical insurance included.
- Professional Growth: Regular training programs, official Google accreditations, and one-on-one career guidance.
- Workplace Culture: Casual yet professional work environment, engaging team challenges, and modern beachfront workspace at the World Trade Center.
Career Growth & Evolution
- Level 1: Account Manager (Year 1): Clear promotion path to move into a senior tier in under a year, elevating base pay to €30,000 plus performance bonuses.
- Level 2: Team Leader: Advance into team leadership to guide new account managers, manage daily schedules, and drive performance targets.
- Level 3: Quality Analyst: Move into a strategic auditing role evaluating campaign compliance, performance quality, and operational workflows.