Account Manager - Paid Search

dentsu; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentsu India is seeking an Account Manager for Paid Search to own campaigns end-to-end, from setup, budgeting and optimization to reporting. You will deliver insights-driven performance for international brands while maintaining disciplined budget control.

The role requires hands-on SEM experience, strong analytics, stakeholder management and the ability to guide junior team members. This is a permanent, full-time position based in Chennai.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Hands-on expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, ad editors and Google Analytics.
• Proven experience managing sizable accounts, international brands and meaningful media budgets.
• Strong understanding of campaign measurement, optimization, reporting and performance troubleshooting.
• Advanced Excel, analytical and statistical skills.
• Confident presentation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience handling offshore clients is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage paid search accounts end to end from setup to optimization, reporting and billing.
• Own campaign budgets and pacing; flag risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Apply bid, budget, keyword, audience and creative optimizations to hit KPIs.
• Conduct regular account audits and translate findings into action plans.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly performance reports with insights and recommendations.
• Create QBR materials and present updates to stakeholders.
• Manage IO setup and billing within timelines.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients and offshore/onshore teams.
• Develop templates, SOPs and guide junior team members on processes.

Skills

Budget management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Offshore client handling

Presentation skills

Campaign optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Ad editors

Google Analytics

Job description

The purpose of this role is to implement and execute Paid Search campaigns, in line with the agreed strategy, to maintain, develop and exceed client performancetargets.

Job Description

Account Manager - Paid Search

Job Level: L30 | Function: Paid Search / SEM

Experience 4-6 years of SEM / Paid Search experience

Role purpose

Own paid search accounts end to end, ensuring campaigns meet client goals through disciplined execution, budget control, optimization and insight-led reporting.

Company Description

Dentsu Media is the largest area of specialism within the dentsu network. It is brought to markets globally through three

award-winning agency brands: Carat, iProspect and dentsu X. All three are underpinned by a scaled network offering of

talent, capabilities and services to support, grow and transform the world’s leading advertisers. Operating across more than

145 countries, dentsu Media is trusted by leading brands across a broad range of sectors. Dentsu leverages technology,

creativity and in-depth data analytics to drive superior results that amplify its clients’ brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage paid search accounts and campaigns end to end, from setup and launch through optimization, reporting and billing.
• Own campaign budgets and pacing; proactively flag risks, recommend corrective actions and ensure efficient spend delivery.
• Apply advanced bid, budget, keyword, audience and creative optimizations to achieve client KPIs such as CPC, conversions and impression share (SOV).
• Conduct regular account audits and health checks and translate findings into prioritized action plans.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports with clear insights, performance narratives and recommendations.
• Prepare QBR materials and present performance updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage billing and insertion order (IO) setup accurately and within timelines.
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams, clients and offshore/onshore stakeholders.
• Create and improve templates, SOPs and project documentation; guide junior team members on campaign processes and quality.

Qualifications & Skills

• Any bachelor’s degree.
• Strong hands‑on expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, ad editors and Google Analytics.
• Proven experience managing sizable accounts, international brands and meaningful media budgets.
• Strong understanding of campaign measurement, optimization, reporting and performance troubleshooting.
• Advanced Excel, analytical and statistical skills.
• Confident presentation and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Experience handling offshore clients is preferred.

What Success Looks Like

Consistent KPI delivery, proactive account ownership, actionable insights and trusted day‑to‑day stakeholder management.

Location:

DGS India - Chennai - Anna Nagar Tyche Towers

Brand:

Paragon

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent