German Speaking Google Ads Onboarding Account Manager in Barcelona!

Location & Workplace: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain (World Trade Center, oceanfront location — Hybrid: 3 Days On-Site / 2 Days Remote)

Language Requirements: Fluent German (C1–C2) and Professional English

Compensation: €26,000 gross annual base salary + €4,000 annual performance bonus (€30,000 Total OTE; promotion pathways elevate base pay up to €30,000)

Job Title: German-Speaking Google Ads Account Manager

Contract Type: Full-Time (39 Hours / Week)

Work Model: Hybrid

Role Overview

Join a high-performing digital marketing team in Barcelona managing a premier account for Google Ads. Created for professionals proficient in overseeing business partnerships in the German business arena, this post establishes you as an essential marketing advisor. You will direct a client list of growing mid-sized organizations and emerging technology companies in a dynamic market environment. Your main mission involves building lasting commercial relationships, boosting tool adoption, securing client retention, and uncovering upsell opportunities within your assigned accounts. In this impactful role, you will help businesses accelerate their digital expansion while building a rewarding international career within a stunning oceanfront facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding & PPC Strategy: Act as the premier point of contact to launch new corporate clients, evaluate their business needs, 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 performance.
• Needs Assessment & Custom Setup: Assess customer targets to implement tailored, scalable campaign setups that generate quick, measurable results and strong return on ad spend.
• CRM & Portfolio Management: Keep accurate, organized records of all customer touchpoints, interactions, and milestone tracking within internal CRM software with absolute precision.
• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Review key campaign metrics and supply actionable reports, performance reviews, and optimization strategies directly to account decision-makers.
• Funnel & Content Integration: Help clients align Google Ads with broader digital funnels, including landing page conversion optimization and target audience testing.
• Market Feedback Loop: Provide local market observations, competitor details, and user feedback from Germany to help shape internal products and strategies.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Languages: Fluent German (C1–C2 level) for seamless client interactions, paired with strong professional English skills for internal and external communication.
• Operational Capabilities: Demonstrated proficiency in managing client accounts autonomously while navigating CRM tools and digital platforms smoothly.
• Active Communication: Eager and confident in conducting phone-based outreach to connect with executive stakeholders and build professional rapport.
• Tech Savviness: Skill in using modern AI tools and software applications 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 structures, agency dynamics, and commercial risk considerations.
• Strategic Positioning: Ability to spot expanding German companies and position Google Ads as a key driver of their sustained growth.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of European privacy standards (GDPR) to ensure all campaign recommendations respect client privacy and regulatory guidelines.

  Desirable Qualities:

• High EQ, structured execution skills, analytical mindset, methodical work habits, and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset focused on practical problem-solving.

Benefits & Compensation Package

• Salary & Incentives: €26,000 gross annual base salary + €4,000 performance bonus (€30,000 maximum OTE), with clear promotion pathways leading to a €30,000 base salary.
• Relocation Package (For Candidates Moving to Barcelona): Fully paid airfare to Barcelona, 1 full month of studio housing upon arrival, and comprehensive moving assistance for administrative setup in Spain.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive private medical insurance included from day one of employment.
• Professional Growth: Regular training programs, official Google accreditations, and personalized one-on-one career guidance.
• Workplace Culture: Casual yet professional work environment, engaging team challenges, and a modern beachfront workspace situated at the World Trade Center Barcelona.

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.