Associate Director, Paid Search: Lead Strategy & Talent

Mindshare; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical benefits

Vision and dental insurance

Significant paid time off

Mental health awareness days

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

WPP Media in Chicago is seeking an Associate Director, Paid Search to lead daily operations, shape strategic plans, and manage client relationships across multiple accounts. You will mentor managers and associates, drive efficiency, and ensure high standards of performance.

You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, oversee budgets, and advance the paid search practice within a hybrid, office-forward environment four days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Paid Search operations and lead the search team across multiple accounts.
• Provide strategic direction and senior-client interface for effective media plans.
• Develop and mentor junior team members to grow talent and capabilities.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and Directors to ensure service levels and results.

Skills

Paid search leadership

Client relationships

Team mentoring

Budget oversight

Analytical tools

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Google Analytics

Web trends

Omniture

Google AdWords Editor

Bing Ads Editor

Job description

WPP Media in Chicago is seeking an Associate Director, Paid Search to lead daily operations, shape strategic plans, and manage client relationships across multiple accounts. You will mentor managers and associates, drive efficiency, and ensure high standards of performance.

You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, oversee budgets, and advance the paid search practice within a hybrid, office-forward environment four days a week.