Programmatic Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3554 (82% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Crimtan is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2494 (Advertising accounts managers and creative directors). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3554 Advertising and marketing associate professionals Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
2494 Advertising accounts managers and creative directors Also possible | £33,400 | £36,800 | £41,400 | £46,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The role
As Programmatic Manager you will manage the performance, strategy, planning, and reporting for multiple clients across the agency. The roll will require technical experience in managing complex, multi-channel programmatic campaigns – as well as the ability to deal directly with clients to discuss insights, performance trends and strategic opportunities.
Key responsibilities
- Managing day to day trading operations across multiple campaigns.
- Deliver advanced optimisation techniques to maximise campaign performance and secure revenue growth.
- Deliver client updates and regular reporting and insights.
- Work alongside Creative Production teams to deliver an effective DCO strategy.
- Work with Product team in establishing business cases for product improvement and technical development.
- Manipulating data and highlighting actionable trends and insight to improve campaign performance.
- Troubleshooting every day technical campaign problems.
- Working closely with the Client Services team to field any ad-hoc client-related requests and communicating campaign changes clearly with them.
Delivering and executing effective campaigns by:
- Monitoring campaign performance, by ensuring we are pacing correctly and are on target.
- Demonstrating ability to formulate tests and generate new ideas in order to generate campaign performance.
- Fielding client requests, whether admin or insights, such as insights reports, campaign booking information etc.
- Pro-actively managing expectations and educating the client when it comes to best practice, campaign strategies & KPIs, what is/isn’t possible etc.
Helping the client develop and implement their wider display strategy through:
- Helping them achieve ‘client firsts’ – doing something new for their brands, like sophisticated dynamic prospecting or a geo focused push.
Qualifications
A strong programmatic background:
We want someone to hit the ground running – you will need to have experience in dealing with; multiple DSPs, Ad servers, Adops trafficking and Creative troubleshooting.
We are not just a display agency. Experience in running Video, Native, DOOH or Audio would also be a plus.
An ability to manage multiple campaigns
It is likely you’ll be responsible for the trading and management of multiple clients and campaigns. Keenness to manage multiple tasks simultaneously is a must!
Being outgoing and personable:
We want you to build strong relationships with your stakeholders – (clients or colleagues in other teams).
Demonstrating an analytical and data driven approach, with strong problem-solving skills & attention to detail:
We deal with lots of data, so you should be comfortable manipulating it and using it to back up your analysis and recommendations.
Sometimes things don’t go to plan – you will need to use your initiative to try to solve problems (under-performing campaigns, discrepancies etc).
Showing an entrepreneurial spirit:
We want you to show ownership, initiative, and accountability and to generally be pro-active when leading campaign executions.
As a fast-growing company, we rely on everyone’s input to make our company and processes better.
An ability to work well under pressure, autonomously, with an ability to handle competing priorities.
What Crimtan Offers
All the latest tech & software you need
- We operate a hybrid-working policy offering a mix of office/remote working
- Occasional travel to our London office
- Company bonus scheme
- Pension & Healthcare plan (inc. mental health cover)
- 25 days holiday
- Be part of a passionate, friendly and transparent culture
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Crimtan, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Advertising and marketing associate professionals (SOC 3554) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sample- Middle half £27,404–40,404
- Median £32,760
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Crimtan holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3554 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.