Paid Search Manager

Job Description:

Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society.

Purpose of the Role

The Paid Search Manager will be responsible for planning, implementing, and optimising paid search campaigns across various platforms to meet client objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for delivering outstanding results.

Success will be measured through meeting and exceeding client targets both in terms of results as well as maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Account quality will be measured through internal audit scores. You will also produce case studies to showcase your work and help the agency demonstrate excellence.

We’re hiring for a Paid Search Manager as part of the Paid Search Team in Manchester

Key Responsibilities

• Develops account strategy in partnership  with client and PPC Director and is accountable for the execution of strategy and achievement of KPIs
• Responsible for the operational success of accounts, ensures deliverables are met on time and on budget
• Owns and manages the client strategy and plans key campaign efficiencies
• Manages all day-to-day efforts and is the primary day-to-day SME voice to the client
• Plans accounts and growth opportunities, working closely with the Account Directors
• Builds strong relationships across Client Services and other channel teams

Qualifications + Skills

• Experience managing and planning paid search campaigns, preferably in an agency or client-facing environment.
• Proficiency in managing and planning campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, with experience on SA360 and international search engines a bonus.
• Strong understanding of paid search principles, best practices, and industry trends
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw insights, and make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal teams.
• Proven track record of delivering successful paid search campaigns and achieving key performance metrics.

What we offer

• This is a permanent role
• The team is based in our Manchester office but operates under flexible working arrangements. The team are currently in the office every Tuesday and Thursday.
• As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

We are happy to discuss flexible and agile approaches to working for all our roles – we can’t promise we will be able to offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams.

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Location:

Manchester - Bonded Warehouse

Brand:

Dentsu Media

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent