Paid Search Account Director

Oscar Associates Ltd; Manchester; Hybride; GBP 27 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Oscar Associates Ltd. is seeking an Account Director - Paid Search to own strategic search activity for key client accounts from a hybrid Manchester base. The role shapes paid search strategy, guides campaign direction, and ensures high-quality execution across all activity.

You will advise clients and internal teams, delivering performance insights and actionable recommendations to drive growth and measurable results.

Qualifications

• Requires senior-level paid search experience across multiple accounts.
• Experience in client-facing or agency environments.
• Proficient in digital marketing and performance media.
• Able to manage senior stakeholders and client relationships.
• Experience with major paid search platforms and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to mentor junior team members.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Paid search

Account management

Client facing

Digital marketing

Stakeholder management

Analytics

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team leadership

PPC platforms

Description du poste

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)