Director, Growth (Google Partnerships)

DEPT®; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k plan, plus matching

Paid Company Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

DEPT® in New York, NY is seeking an experienced professional to manage its strategic relationship with Google. This role demands deep expertise in digital marketing and Google’s partner ecosystem, requiring a proven track record of effectively leading cross-functional initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of relevant experience and exceptional communication skills. DEPT® offers healthcare, retirement benefits, and a supportive inclusive work environment. Salary ranges from $130,000 to $145,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in digital marketing, media, partnerships, or analytics.
• Deep knowledge of Google Ads and Google’s partner ecosystem.
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the organization's strategic relationship with Google.
• Develop annual partnership plans aligned to company objectives.
• Track partnership KPIs and communicate performance to leadership.
• Forecast, track, and optimize incentive earnings.

Skills

Digital marketing

Google Ads

Google Marketing Platform

Analytics

Strong communication

Job description

Role Overview

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. At DEPT® you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

What you’ll do

• Own and manage the organization's strategic relationship with Google.
• Develop annual partnership plans aligned to company growth objectives.
• Identify opportunities to expand collaboration, joint business planning, co‑marketing initiatives, and innovation programs.
• Track partnership KPIs and communicate performance, opportunities, and risks to executive leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all Google incentive programs, requirements, certifications, and reporting obligations.
• Monitor program changes and proactively adjust internal processes to maintain eligibility and maximize benefits.
• Forecast, track, and optimize incentive earnings across all applicable programs.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Client Partner teams to validate performance metrics and claims.
• Serve as executive sponsor for GMP adoption, utilization, and optimization.
• Ensure teams are effectively leveraging GMP products and capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, campaign effectiveness, and reporting through platform enhancements.
• Coordinate training, enablement, and certification initiatives across relevant teams.
• Partner with product and operations leaders to establish GMP best practices and standards.
• Identify new Google products, capabilities, and programs that create competitive advantage.
• Champion innovation initiatives that improve client outcomes and organizational performance.
• Support business development efforts through partnership‑driven opportunities and thought leadership.

What you’ll bring

• 8+ years of experience in digital marketing, media, partnerships, analytics, marketing technology, or related fields.
• Deep knowledge of Google Ads, Google Marketing Platform, and Google’s partner ecosystem.
• Experience managing strategic technology or platform partnerships.
• Strong understanding of marketing measurement, attribution, MMM, and performance analytics.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills.
• Experience managing complex programs with measurable business outcomes.

Preferred

• Experience within a media agency, marketing services organization, consultancy, or large in‑house marketing team.
• Familiarity with Google’s incentive and partner programs.
• Experience implementing or overseeing MMM solutions.
• Knowledge of privacy regulations, first‑party data strategies, and evolving measurement frameworks.
• Advanced analytics, data strategy, or marketing technology expertise.

What we offer

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

We Support You Being You

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is best when people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. If you need accommodations, let us know; it’s confidential and only used to support you during the process.

DEPT® participates in E‑Verify, meaning your Form I‑9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

DEPT® is a B Corp‑certified company passionate about purpose‑driven work. We are 50|50 tech and marketing, partner‑led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

Salary

US Remote Range: $130,000—$145,000 USD (based on relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact; 40‑hour workweek).