Performance Marketing
Google Ads Specialist (Freelance)
We are looking for an experienced Google Ads Specialist to investigate and support the resolution of a Google Ads account suspension that has been flagged for phishing. This is a specialist, short-term troubleshooting assignment for someone with hands-on experience navigating Google Ads policy suspensions, identifying potential account or website issues, and managing the reinstatement process. The successful freelancer will be responsible for identifying the likely cause of the suspension, coordinating any required fixes, preparing an evidence-based appeal, and managing the process through to a resolution, subject to Google’s review.
About this position
Budget:
R300 - R400 per hour
Start Date:
ASAP | Once off Project
Working Type:
Working Location:
Key Responsibilities
- Review the Google Ads suspension notice, account history and any previous appeals.
- Conduct a detailed audit of the Google Ads account, including ads, campaigns and account settings.
- Review the website and landing pages to identify potential phishing, security, redirect, form or policy-related issues.
- Identify the likely triggers contributing to the suspension.
- Implement account-related corrections where permitted.
- Work alongside FG-Nexus’s web team where website or technical changes are required.
- Prepare a clear, evidence-based appeal to Google Ads.
- Manage follow-ups with Google Ads support throughout the reinstatement process.
- Provide regular progress updates and clearly communicate any recommended actions.
- Provide recommendations to help prevent similar issues from occurring in future.
Required Experience
- Proven experience working with Google Ads account suspensions and reinstatements.
- Specific experience resolving phishing or similar Google Ads policy suspensions is essential.
- Strong understanding of Google Ads policies, enforcement processes and appeals.
- Experience auditing websites and landing pages for potential policy or security issues.
- Understanding of redirects, forms, website security and advertiser identity considerations.
- Strong troubleshooting and investigative skills.
- Ability to communicate technical findings and recommended actions clearly to both marketing and web/technical teams.
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