PPC Account Director

Kairos Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency in Manchester is seeking a Paid Search Account Director to spearhead the strategy and optimisation of paid search campaigns. This role involves managing key accounts and mentoring junior team members, all while delivering impactful insights that demonstrate the commercial value of paid search. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in PPC management and a sound understanding of its integration within the broader digital marketing landscape. A hybrid work model and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000

Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)

Opportunities for career progression

Work with globally recognised brands

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in paid search campaign setup and management.
• Strong understanding of the digital marketing ecosystem.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and optimisation of paid search activities.
• Deliver campaigns on time and within budget.
• Provide clients with actionable insights based on performance.

Skills

Paid search campaign management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Hybrid team management

Job description

Paid Search Account Director (PPC)

We're partnering with one of the world's leading media agencies, currently expanding following multiple high-profile client wins. They are now recruiting a Paid Search Account Director (PPC) to join their Manchester City Centre team.

This is a standout opportunity to work with globally recognised, industry-leading brands, delivering award-winning, world-class campaigns. The agency is renowned for its exceptional culture, strong investment in people, and one of the most compelling progression pathways in the market.

The Role

As a Paid Search Account Director, you will lead the strategic planning, activation, and optimisation of paid search activity across a portfolio of key accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning paid search strategy and performance across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and ideally Search Ads 360
• Acting as the senior activation lead, ensuring campaigns are delivered to brief, on time, and within budget
• Providing clients with actionable insights, demonstrating a deep understanding of the paid search landscape and its commercial impact
• Leading, mentoring, and developing junior team members, managing workloads and delivery standards
• Supporting the Director and Partner with recruitment, interviewing, and team growth

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in paid search campaign setup, management, optimisation, and reporting
• Strong understanding of both the strategic and tactical applications of paid search within a wider digital marketing ecosystem
• Proven experience in stakeholder management, project delivery, and people leadership
• Ability to lead hybrid teams across multiple markets
• A leadership style that creates an open, trust-led environment balancing people and client experience

What's on Offer

• 40,000 - 45,000 salary + excellent benefits
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
• A stunning, world-class Manchester City Centre office
• Clear progression and exposure to some of the world's most exciting global brands

This role is ideal for a Senior PPC / Paid Search Manager ready to step up, or an existing Paid Search Account Director looking to elevate their experience within a truly global agency.

If this sounds like your next career move, please contact Stuart Nicholson at KRG for further details.