Search Manager

Equator; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Search Marketing Specialist to enhance their marketing strategies. In this pivotal role, you will integrate key marketing functions, oversee client campaigns, and ensure high satisfaction levels. You will be responsible for analyzing data, optimizing campaigns, and delivering innovative solutions that drive client success. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's performance and reputation in the digital marketing landscape. If you are passionate about search marketing and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

34 days holidays

Free Gym Membership

Free Private Healthcare

Mental health support

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

Daily Coffee and Fruits

Social Events

Long-term service rewards

Qualifications

• Proven track record in search marketing with experience in PPC and SEO.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to work with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client satisfaction and retention through effective campaign management.
• Conduct audits of search campaigns to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement effective strategies for key client accounts.

Skills

PPC

SEO

Analytical Skills

Client Relationship Management

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

The thing that makes your position so important in Equator is that you help to integrate two of our biggest marketing functions, ultimately improving our performance in the search results. This role is an integral part of the Equator Marketing team. You will play a key role in supporting the development and implementation of search marketing strategies for our clients. You will assist with overseeing the strategy for a group of clients, working with the team to deliver campaigns in line with industry standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain high levels of satisfaction and retention of clients regularly meeting with them to plan, execute, and monitor campaigns.
• Assist in the delivery of audits of our search campaigns to identify new opportunities and develop strategies to meet campaign objectives.
• Understand and help to deliver an effective strategy for key client accounts, regularly undertaking competitor analysis.
• Assist in the co-ordination, allocation and management of budgets across channel activities, internally and externally.
• Make regular and appropriate campaign optimisations, with subsequent suggestions to boost visibility and engagement.
• Develop achievable, engaging targets for our clients and ensure they are delivered.
• Provide support to the client services team, acting as a point of escalation for clients, as well as assisting in delivering client-specific strategies for campaigns.
• Remain current on the latest industry trends, guidelines and changes, and ensure the team does the same.
• Support the communication of search activities to the wider business through regular presentations, the development of case study material, Equator blog and email.
• Seek out and embrace fresh and innovative ideas to meet client requirements and to continue to position ourselves as the number one leading digital agency.
• Work with the business development team to identify and act upon sales opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate:

• You have a proven track record within the world of Search, with some experience in both channels PPC and SEO, and possess an excellent understanding of how they work together.
• You have some experience in managing a team and motivate and inspire them to do their best work.
• You have an analytical mindset with the ability to work with large data sets with excellent quantitative skills.
• You are forward-thinking and proactive.
• You can build great rapport with clients and your colleagues.

What's in it for you?

We want a secure future for all our team. Join our Pension Scheme and 10% will be matched by us.

Lots of holidays

34 days holidays so we can all relax and enjoy our time off. Also, you get an extra day for every year you work (up to 5 extra days).

Free Gym Membership

Exclusive membership to the hi-tech Village Gym, or a contribution to a gym of your choice.

Free Private Healthcare

Every team member gets private healthcare, to make sure you get access to the best treatment.

Mental health aware

We are passionate about mental health, so everyone gets access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. You can also become one of our mental health first aiders.

42% off a New Bike

Take part in the Cycle-to-Work scheme and save up to 42% on a new bike.

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

We are a family-oriented company. Get enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a huge celebration when you bring in the baby!

Daily Coffee, Friday Drinks and Mountains of Fruit

Fresh fruit, bottomless caffeine, and celebratory drinks every Friday for a week well done!

The Best Social Scene

From summer BBQs on a private island on Loch Lomond to Christmas glamour there’s always something to look forward to.

Long-term service rewards

The longer you stay, the more we celebrate you. At each major milestone you’ll get a surprise gift as a big thank you.

Application process

The interview

This is a telephone or Teams call to chat about your experience and what the role looks like. It’s your chance to show us what makes you remarkable.

The task

Take on a small task to let us see your skills in action. Once complete you’ll meet with up to 3 people from your team to discuss the task.

Meet the team

Our culture is precious to us. So senior and externally facing roles involve an additional meeting with members of the board to ensure the candidate is a good fit for the business.

You're in! Now what?

The Tour

Meet the team, tour the studios and learn how we work. We want you to feel comfortable, and you get to know a few people who can help you out.

The induction

This dedicated induction with our People and Culture team will make sure you’re fully up to speed with your role and how to get things done. At this point, you should feel inspired and confident to get started.

The first 3 months

We’ll help you put together a 3-month programme covering key competencies, support and learning outcomes to make sure you’re fully equipped to thrive.

Get a Buddy

After the induction period, there will still be a lot of new things, so everyone new is paired with a Buddy, who will be your go-to for any questions you have! And then it’s onwards and upwards!

Ongoing support

Our people and culture team conduct regular welfare check-ins to ensure everything is working out the way you’d hoped and ensure you feel supported.

Breakfast with the Founders

John, JJ and Garry are keen to have the chance to meet everyone that joins the team. You get breakfast and a chance to ask anything and maybe hear one or two stories from their colourful pasts!