Paid Search Coordinator

Klick; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Klick Group in Toronto, Canada is seeking a Paid Search Coordinator to support the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. You will work closely with Media Planning and Analytics to set up campaigns, monitor performance, and deliver client-ready reporting.

This role offers hands-on paid media exposure, plus opportunities to develop data analysis skills and contribute insights in a regulated environment across the U.S. market.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with paid search or SEM platforms such as Google Ads through coursework, internships, co-ops, or entry- level roles.
• Ability to analyze campaign performance data using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including formulas, pivot tables, or data summaries.
• Experience writing clear, compliant ad copy or structured content, demonstrated through academic, professional, or project-based work.
• Comfort working with performance metrics and analytics to assess results and support optimization decisions.
• Strong attention to detail demonstrated through campaign setup, QA processes, or data validation work.
• Comfort and enthusiasm for using AI as a regular part of how work gets done.
• Previous internship, co‑op, or project experience in digital marketing, paid media, or search marketing.
• Exposure to regulated industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, or financial services.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners such as media planners, analysts, or account teams.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in performance media and data-driven marketing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain paid search campaigns in Google Ads in collaboration with Media Planning and Analytics partners
• Monitor budgets, pacing, and performance against defined campaign goals and KPIs
• Analyze campaign data using Excel or Google Sheets to identify optimization opportunities
• Conduct keyword research and ad copy updates aligned with regulatory requirements
• Prepare performance reports and contribute insights and recommendations for internal teams and clients

Skills

Paid search

Excel / Sheets

Ad copy writing

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

AI in work

Digital marketing

Campaign optimization

Healthcare marketing exposure

Job description

The Klick Group—comprising Klick Health (including Oxford PharmaGenesis, Klick Katalyst, and btwelve), Klick Media, Klick Applied Sciences (including Klick Labs), and Klick Consulting—is an ecosystem dedicated help life sciences brands achieve their full potential through best-in-class marketing and advertising, media, medical affairs and communications, market access, real-world evidence, and technology and analytics consulting — powered by 500+ in-house medical experts and award-winning data science and AI capabilities. Founded in 1997, we have offices in Toronto, New York, Oxford, London, Cambridge, Cardiff, Melbourne, Philadelphia, Saratoga Springs, São Paulo, and Singapore. One of the most-awarded health agencies on the planet, Klick is consistently recognized for its people-first culture as a Great Place to Work, Best Workplace for Women, Best Workplace for Inclusion, Most Admired Corporate Culture, and FORTUNE Best Workplace in Advertising. Klick also recently made history as Cannes Lions Healthcare Agency of the Year, Healthcare Network of the Year, and Independent Agency of the Year – Health.

About our Media Craft

The Media Craft ensures Klick’s work reaches the right audiences at the right moments through data-driven planning, activation, and optimization. The team combines audience insight, analytics, and media technology to deliver measurable impact across channels. Media partners closely with Strategy, Analytics, and Creative to continuously test, learn, and improve performance. Their work connects brand objectives to real-world outcomes.

Job Description

The Paid Search Coordinator supports the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. Working closely with Media Planning and Analytics, this role focuses on campaign setup, performance monitoring, and reporting within regulated environments. The position offers hands-on exposure to paid media fundamentals while developing skills in data analysis, optimization, and client-ready reporting. This role contributes directly to helping brands connect with patients and healthcare professionals across the U.S.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and maintain paid search campaigns in Google Ads in collaboration with Media Planning and Analytics partners
• Monitor budgets, pacing, and performance against defined campaign goals and KPIs
• Analyze campaign data using Excel or Google Sheets to identify optimization opportunities
• Conduct keyword research and ad copy updates aligned with regulatory requirements
• Prepare performance reports and contribute insights and recommendations for internal teams and clients

Qualifications

Required:

• Hands‑on experience with paid search or SEM platforms such as Google Ads through coursework, internships, co‑ops, or entry- level roles
• Ability to analyze campaign performance data using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including formulas, pivot tables, or data summaries
• Experience writing clear, compliant ad copy or structured content, demonstrated through academic, professional, or project-based work
• Comfort working with performance metrics and analytics to assess results and support optimization decisions
• Strong attention to detail demonstrated through campaign setup, QA processes, or data validation work
• Comfort and enthusiasm for using AI as a regular part of how work gets done
• Previous internship, co‑op, or project experience in digital marketing, paid media, or search marketing
• Exposure to regulated industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, or financial services
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners such as media planners, analysts, or account teams
• Interest in developing a long-term career in performance media and data-driven marketing

Additional Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Klick. The base salary range for this position is between CAD $50,000 - $60,000. The final amount offered will be determined based on several factors such as a candidate’s work location, their unique skill set, education, and prior work experience.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Klick is consciously creating a culture where everyone can thrive and grow in their careers. We believe that our best work comes from our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including Black people, Indigenous peoples, and other people of color, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities. We're also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation, please contact us at [emailprotected] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs and ensure you have a positive experience.