Growth-Focused Search Strategist

YoungShand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Summer hours

Collaborative culture

Job summary

YoungShand in Auckland is seeking a Search Specialist to lead search strategy for key clients. The ideal candidate will have 4–6+ years of experience in search marketing and a strong focus on SEM, Google Ads, and analytics.

This role involves strategic planning, execution, and optimization of paid and organic search campaigns. You'll work closely with clients and the digital team, ensuring best practices and delivering robust performance insights.

Enjoy a collaborative work environment that promotes flexibility, diversity, and a passion for impactful campaigns.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of client-facing experience in search marketing.
• Strong working knowledge of SEM, Google Ads, GA4, and Google Tag Manager.
• Highly analytical and data-driven with a creative mindset.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and evolve campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning across all paid and organic search campaigns.
• Oversee execution and optimization of campaigns.
• Collaborate with the wider digital team on integrated campaigns.
• Build strong relationships with platforms and tech partners.
• Deliver robust performance reporting with clear recommendations.

Skills

Search marketing expertise

Analytical mindset

Client-facing experience

Google Ads

Data-driven decision making

Programmatic knowledge

Tools

Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

Google Tag Manager

Meta Platforms

Job description

YoungShand in Auckland is seeking a Search Specialist to lead search strategy for key clients. The ideal candidate will have 4–6+ years of experience in search marketing and a strong focus on SEM, Google Ads, and analytics.

This role involves strategic planning, execution, and optimization of paid and organic search campaigns. You'll work closely with clients and the digital team, ensuring best practices and delivering robust performance insights.

Enjoy a collaborative work environment that promotes flexibility, diversity, and a passion for impactful campaigns.