Google Ads Specialist- Freelance, Remote
Full Time $7.00 / hourJob Overview
About the Client
Our client is a premium home furnishings retailer based in Canada, known for curated European and Canadian designer brands and top-rated customer service. They operate a large showroom and serve customers both in-store and online, with white-glove delivery and personalized advisory services. Their growth strategy focuses on data-driven performance marketing to drive qualified traffic, appointments, and sales.
Why does this role exist?
The company is looking for a Google Ads Specialist to build campaigns from the ground up, own the strategy end-to-end, and drive measurable performance improvements. You’ll receive high-level direction and business goals, then translate them into a strategic roadmap and daily optimizations that improve ROAS, reduce CPA, and increase qualified leads/sales. This role exists to bring independent ownership, pace, and rigor to paid search and shopping efforts while maximizing return within defined budgets.
The Impact you’ll make
Strategy and Roadmap
- Build a full-funnel Google Ads strategy from scratch, aligned to business goals.
- Create a clear action plan and testing roadmap with milestones and expected outcomes.
- Translate high-level direction into channel mix, campaign structure, and bidding strategies.
Campaign Build and Optimization
- Conduct keyword research, audience targeting, and competitor analysis.
- Build, launch, and manage Search, Shopping/Performance Max, and relevant YouTube/Display placements.
- Write and iterate ad copy/creatives; develop audience segments and exclusions; implement negative keyword strategy.
Structured Testing and Experimentation
- Define and run a structured testing process (hypothesis, prioritization, design, success metrics, iteration).
- Prioritize tests for highest impact (e.g., audiences, assets, bidding, landing pages) using data and business context.
- Document learnings and roll out winners across accounts/campaigns.
Measurement, Reporting, and Insights
- Implement and validate conversion tracking via GA4 and GTM; ensure accurate attribution.
- Monitor performance, diagnose trends, and uncover opportunities for growth or efficiency.
- Deliver clear, data-driven reports with actionable recommendations and next steps.
Budget and Stakeholder Management
- Manage budgets to maximize ROI while staying strictly within spend limits.
- Forecast spend and performance scenarios; recommend reallocation by campaign/product line.
- Communicate proactively with stakeholders; operate independently with minimal supervision.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required:
- Hands-on Google Ads management building campaigns from scratch (Search, Shopping/Performance Max), with a proven track record improving ROAS, lowering CPA, or increasing qualified lead quality.
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently: create strategic roadmaps, action plans, and manage day-to-day optimizations with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in GA4 and Google Tag Manager, including conversion/event setup, validation, and troubleshooting.
- Strong keyword research, audience strategy, competitive analysis, and ad copy/creative testing experience.
- Budget management expertise with clear examples of maximizing ROI within defined spend limits.
- WFH Set-Up:
- Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
- Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
- Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
- Back-up computer and internet connection
- Quiet, dedicated workspace at home
Your Superpowers:
- Technical: Google Ads Manager, GA4, GTM, Google Keyword Planner; familiarity with SEMrush or Ahrefs; campaign structuring, RSA best practices, Shopping/PMax setup, negative keywording, audience segmentation, conversion tracking, and A/B testing.
- Analytical: Hypothesis-led experimentation, trend analysis, diagnosing performance swings, translating insights into next actions.
- Communication: Crisp reporting, clear recommendations, and proactive stakeholder updates.
- Personal: Ownership mindset, bias for action, detail-oriented, resourceful, and comfortable making informed decisions autonomously.
You should apply if...
- You thrive with high autonomy, love building systems from zero, and are energized by being accountable for outcomes.
- You are data-driven, pragmatic, and prioritize tests and optimizations that move the needle.
- You communicate clearly, manage budgets responsibly, and enjoy turning high-level goals into tactical execution.
- You’re comfortable working with retail/ecommerce and lead-gen motions and adapting strategies across seasonal promotions.
What to expect...
Work Setup:
- Remote position
- Must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace
- Required to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system
Working Hours:
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM US Timezone (40 hrs/week)
Compensation:
- $7 per hour
- No benefits package included