Paid Search Account Director

Oscar Technology; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Manchester office

Job summary

Oscar Technology is seeking an Account Director - Paid Search to own strategic search activity for key client accounts. This senior role shapes paid search strategy, guides campaign direction, and ensures high-quality execution across all activity.

You will be a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, providing strategic oversight, performance insights, and actionable recommendations to drive growth. Hybrid role based in Manchester, up to £45,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Strong background in paid search strategy and account management.
• Experience in a client-facing or agency environment.
• Solid understanding of digital marketing and performance media.
• Confident managing senior stakeholders and client relationships.
• Experience with major paid search platforms and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to support and guide junior team members.
• Desirable: experience with additional search platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of paid search activity across assigned accounts.
• Act as a senior client contact, providing insight and recommendations.
• Oversee campaign performance and ensure alignment with KPIs and objectives.
• Ensure best practice is consistently applied across all paid search activity.
• Support test-and-learn approaches and optimisation strategies.
• Provide strategic oversight of campaign planning, execution, and reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Monitor industry trends and platform developments to identify opportunities.
• Contribute to wider search strategy and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Ensure governance, quality standards, and process compliance are maintained.

Skills

Paid search strategy

Account management

Client-facing

Digital marketing

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Multi‑priority handling

Communication

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Job description

Account Director - Paid Search

Hybrid (Manchester, UK) Up to £45,000

About the Company

The business partners with a wide range of international brands to deliver performance-driven digital media strategies at scale.

The focus is on combining insight, technology, and creativity to drive measurable growth and long-term client success.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Account Director - Paid Search to take ownership of strategic search activity across key client accounts.

This is a senior role responsible for shaping paid search strategy, guiding campaign direction, and ensuring high-quality execution across all activity.

You will act as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal teams, providing strategic oversight, performance insight, and actionable recommendations to improve results and drive growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of paid search activity across assigned accounts
• Act as a senior client contact, providing insight and recommendations
• Oversee campaign performance and ensure alignment with KPIs and objectives
• Ensure best practice is consistently applied across all paid search activity
• Support test-and-learn approaches and optimisation strategies
• Provide strategic oversight of campaign planning, execution, and reporting
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams
• Monitor industry trends and platform developments to identify opportunities
• Contribute to wider search strategy and knowledge sharing across teams
• Ensure governance, quality standards, and process compliance are maintained

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in paid search strategy and account management
• Experience in a client-facing or agency environment
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and performance media
• Confident managing senior stakeholders and client relationships
• Experience across major paid search platforms and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to support and guide junior team members

Desirable: Experience with additional search platforms.

What We're Looking For

A commercially minded paid search specialist who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on expertise. You'll be confident leading client relationships, shaping campaign strategy, and driving continuous performance improvement.

Working Style

• Hybrid working (Manchester)
• Collaborative team environment
• Regular office attendance expected (typically 3-4 days per week)

Account Director - Paid Search Hybrid (Manchester, UK) Up to £45,000