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Senior Google Ads management in the Essex market

Essex sits in the London commuter belt, which means Google Ads CPCs here run at London-level prices. You’re not competing with local businesses alone — you’re competing with London agencies, national brands, and anyone else bidding for Essex clicks. That makes getting the strategy right critical.

I’m Stevie Morris, a freelance PPC consultant with 12 years managing Google Ads and £2M+ in ad spend handled directly. Through my sister agency Growth PPC, I’ve managed £20M+ at scale and recorded a peak ROAS of 20.8x. When I say senior-led, I mean it — your account never gets handed to a junior. I run it myself.

What done-for-you Google Ads management covers

Honest enough to tell you if your ads are fine

Some agencies will take your money regardless. I won’t. If I review your account and your campaigns are already well-structured, I’ll tell you straight. I only take on work where I’m confident I can add genuine value.

Who I work with in Essex

My two main niches are ecommerce and D2C brands and home services and trades businesses. Essex has a strong mix of both — from retail and online shops to builders, heating engineers, and landscapers competing for local search traffic.

If you’re in either of those categories and you’re spending money on Google Ads without a clear view of what’s working, that’s exactly the kind of account I’m built for.

How it works

  1. Free strategy callWe talk about your business, your current ads, what’s working and what isn’t. No pitch, no pressure — just an honest conversation.
  2. Account audit and planI review your account structure, tracking, spend allocation and targeting. I tell you exactly what I’d change and why.
  3. Onboarding and buildI take over the account, implement the plan, and make sure everything is tracked correctly before any budget goes live.
  4. Ongoing managementMonthly optimisation, reporting, and strategy adjustments. You hear from me, not an account manager.

Transparent pricing — no surprises

Management starts from £300/month. That covers up to £3,000/month in ad spend. Above £3,000/month spend, the fee is 10% of your ad spend — so at £4,500/month spend, you pay £450/month management. Your ad spend is paid directly to Google, not through me. No markups, no hidden fees.

I’m certified as a Google Partner and Microsoft Ads Partner. If you also want Bing/Microsoft Ads coverage alongside Google, I can handle that within the same engagement.

Frequently asked questions

Do you work with businesses across Essex or just specific areas?

I work fully remotely, so I cover all of Essex — Chelmsford, Colchester, Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Brentwood, Harlow and everywhere in between. Location doesn’t limit us.

Why are Google Ads clicks so expensive in Essex?

Essex is part of the London commuter belt, so you’re often competing with London-based advertisers and national brands for the same clicks. CPCs reflect that. The answer isn’t to spend more — it’s to make every click count with tighter targeting and better landing pages.

I've been burned by a PPC agency before. How is this different?

The main difference is who’s actually running the account. At most agencies, it’s a junior with a spreadsheet. With me, it’s 12 years of direct experience, hands-on. I also don’t pad reports with impressions and clicks — I focus on revenue and leads.

Can you manage Google Shopping as well as search?

Yes. For ecommerce clients, Shopping campaigns are often where the real volume is. I manage both Search and Shopping, including Performance Max where it makes sense.

What's the minimum ad spend you'd recommend for an Essex business?

It depends on your industry and targets. Some competitive Essex markets need meaningful daily budgets to gather enough data. I’ll give you an honest view of what’s realistic on the strategy call.

Ready to stop guessing with your Google Ads budget?

Start a conversation. We'll look at your current setup, talk through what's holding performance back, and I'll give you an honest view of what's possible. No obligation.

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