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Job Description
Role: Associate Trader
Reports to: Trader Manager
Location: Manchester
THE OPPORTUNITY
We’re MiQ, a programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies. We’re experts in data science, analytics and programmatic trading, and we’re always ready to react and solve challenges quickly, to make sure our clients are always spending their media investments on the right things in the right places.
Our business keeps growing and we keep getting better because we keep hiring smart new people. People who can challenge conventions and shake things up. People who want to connect with people all over the world to make great things happen. People who are as excited by the opportunities of programmatic marketing as us.
JOB RESPONSIBILITITES
Your Main Responsibilities Will Include
Campaign Execution
End to end campaign ownership Buying media across multiple DSPs and platforms Managing campaign performance and performing optimisations Using data to enhance buying decisions, resulting in overachievement vs. client- stated KPIs and internal profit objectives
Portfolio Management
Delivering on-point margin and retain clients Using insights to build client rapport to up-sell and earn incremental opportunity Growing client business via surpassing KPIs, delivering insights and building relationships Using data, analysis, and trading expertise to deliver campaign ahead of pace and maintain performance
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Internal Collaboration
Working closely with your colleagues from sales, account management, product and analysis teams throughout the campaign lifecycle. Working with MiQ global central departments to aid in with ad operations, pre-campaign analysis, post campaign reporting and troubleshooting.
External Communication
Producing weekly client reports outlining campaign performance and optimisations Creating content and delivering presentations in external meetings Delivering clients actionable insights via weekly commentary and end-of- campaign reports
Required Skills
Strong mathematical and analytical skills are essential (STEM, marketing, economics degree will likely be beneficial) The ability to work with large datasets in Excel and BI internal tools Strong troubleshooting ability with a clear systematic approach to problem-solving Strong communication skills and an ability to work both independently and contribute within a team environment Presentation skills Alignment with MiQ's core values/culture A can-do attitude to provide energy, drive and enthusiasm
Benefits
Competitive salary, profit share and annual bonus 6 months of fully paid parental leave for all new mothers, fathers and adoptive parents Private health cover for you and your family Lunch allowance provided daily if physically in the office, in addition to complimentary snacks, fruits and drinks 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 2 extra paid days of Inclusion Leave per year to acknowledge and celebrate cultural holidays, community endeavours, and inclusive initiatives that are meaningful to our employees beyond the standard holidays The chance to apply for internal roles domestically after 12 months service, and international roles after 18 months of service Company contributions toward eye tests and/or optician-approved eyewear 4% pension contribution Lump sum life insurance paid to the person of your choice Referral bonus scheme Discounted gym memberships Annual season ticket loan Cycle Scheme & Tech Scheme Flexible & hybrid working


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Passion – We love and live what we do Determination - We always find a way to figure it out Unity – We back each other and challenge each other Agility – We anticipate the unexpected, embrace and adapt to change Courage – We dare to think unconventionally
At MiQ, we don’t just accept the differences of our people, it is what builds us as a community. MiQ is very proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are focused on diversity and inclusion so that all employees feel a sense of belonging to help them thrive throughout their careers at MiQ.
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