Paid Search Manager

DEPT®; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private healthcare

26 days holiday

Cycle to work

Job summary

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company helping ambitious brands grow faster. We’re seeking a SEA Specialist to manage multi-market paid search campaigns and drive revenue through data-driven optimisation across Google Ads and Bing Ads.

Join our Marketing & Technology service, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and utilise automation and AI to enhance performance. Hybrid working in London or Manchester with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience managing paid search & shopping campaigns, preferably in a digital agency.
• Strong knowledge of Google Ads and Bing Ads.
• Experience with client communication.
• Excellent analytical skills with data-driven optimization.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Excel/Sheets and familiarity with Word/Docs and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Available to start from Manchester or London office.
• Full working proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-market paid search and shopping campaigns for clients.
• Conduct keyword research and analysis to identify relevant search terms and opportunities for campaign optimisation.
• Lean into automation and use of data within campaigns, including utilising AI to improve performance.
• Create and optimise paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Bing Ads.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyse data, and provide regular reports to clients, highlighting key metrics and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in paid search advertising.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and alignment with client goals.
• Stay informed about changes in search engine algorithms and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Carry out technical analysis, content & authority analysis.
• Set up implementation plans and workflows.
• Respond to client (internal and external) briefs.
• Report on activity on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Have direct client communication.

Skills

Paid search

Google Ads

Bing Ads

Data analysis

Client communication

Team collaboration

Excel/Sheets

Project management

Tools

Google Ads

Bing Ads

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI.

Job Purpose

This position sits in our Marketing & Technology service. We combine data, technology, creative content, and paid media to crack brands’ business problems & drive revenue through a variety of digital marketing solutions such as ad campaigns, augmented reality, and chatbots. Clients include ASOS, Just Eat Takeaway, Twitch, TikTok, and The White Company. We are looking for a new SEA Specialist to service an exciting new client.

What You’ll Do

• Manage multi‑market paid search and shopping campaigns for clients.
• Conduct keyword research and analysis to identify relevant search terms and opportunities for campaign optimisation.
• Lean into automation and use of data within campaigns, including utilising AI to improve performance.
• Create and optimise paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Bing Ads.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyse data, and provide regular reports to clients, highlighting key metrics and recommendations for improvement.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and best practices in paid search advertising.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and alignment with client goals.
• Stay informed about changes in search engine algorithms and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Carry out technical analysis, content & authority analysis.
• Set up implementation plans and workflows.
• Respond to client (internal and external) briefs.
• Report on activity on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Have direct client communication.

What You Bring

• Prior experience managing and optimising paid search & shopping campaigns, preferably within a digital agency.
• Strong knowledge of paid search platforms such as Google Ads and Bing Ads.
• Experience with client communication.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret data to drive campaign optimisation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in Excel/Sheets and familiarity with Word/Docs and PowerPoint/Slides.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to react quickly within a fast‑paced environment.
• Directly available to start working from our Manchester or London office.
• Full working proficiency in the English language.

WE OFFER

• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
• Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
• 26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays).
• Refreshments provided in the office all week, as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Thursday.
• Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and cultural events and opportunities for team connection.
• Inspirational talks and learning and development opportunities.
• Buddy programme to support your first weeks at DEPT®.
• A reputation for doing good as a Certified B Corp® and recent industry accolades.
• Opportunity to work with renowned clients of all sizes.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We actively recruit, develop, nurture and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, and encourage reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.