Manager, Paid Search

Mindshare; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Media seeks a Manager, Paid Search to oversee client-paid search programs, mentor junior teammates, and advance strategic development for assigned accounts.

You will supervise day-to-day activities, analyze performance against KPIs, and present progress to clients. The role emphasizes staying current with tools and industry trends, while contributing to automation and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree or equivalent experience in business/marketing fields.
• 3+ years of analytical tools and PPC platform experience required.
• Proven PPC optimization expertise and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day supervision of paid search programs and bid strategies.
• Present marketing objectives and results to clients regularly.
• Monitor campaign performance against KPIs and optimize accordingly.
• Stay updated with search tooling and industry trends to improve offerings.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

PPC optimization

Client management

Analytics tools

Bid management tools

Team mentoring

Strategy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Analytics/Marketing/Communications/Advertising

Tools

Google Analytics

Google AdWords Editor

Bing Ads Editor

DoubleClick Search

Kenshoo

Marin

Searchlight

eMarketer

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships - all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open - we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

Role Summary & Impact

As a Manager, Paid Search, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a client's paid search marketing initiatives. You will manage junior teammates and focus increasingly on strategy development for your dedicated account(s).

Skills and Experience

• Lead the day-to-day supervision of client-paid search programs including strategic approaches, bid recommendations, execution details, budgets/accounting and overall goal achievement.
• Understand the client's product, marketing objectives and digital goals with an emphasis on paid search, presenting to clients on a regular basis.
• Monitor, track and evaluate campaign performance analytics, based on client KPI targets and baselines.
• Stay on top of the latest updates regarding tools and User Interfaces (AdWords, Bing, Bid Management Platforms, eMarketer, SEMrush, Search Engine Land, AdCenter, AdGooroo, etc.).
• Think creatively, research and develop tools and innovative tactics to improve efficiencies or advance the practice.
• Actively contribute to corporate initiatives, automation projects, process changes and roll-outs.
• Stay current on industry trends, focusing on how changes can help improve offerings to accounts and enhance our overall practice.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, Advertising; OR equivalent professional work experience.
• 3+ Years experience in Analytical Tools (Google Analytics, Web trends, Omniture), Search Engine Desktop Tools (Google AdWords Editor, Bing Ads Editor).
• Expertise in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) optimization techniques (ROI / CPA / CPL / Impression Share).
• Bid Management tool familiarity (DoubleClick Search, Kenshoo, Marin, etc. Marin & Searchlight) as well as 3rd Party Tracking Tools (DoubleClick, Floodlight, Sizmek, etc.).
• Experience meeting with and delighting clients is essential.
• Desire to manage and mentor junior members of a team; prior experience as a manager a plus.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment toBe Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We alsoLead Optimistically,firmly believingin andChampioning Growth and Developmentfor every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees toleveragethe extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at thecutting edgeof marketing and advertising. WeCreate an Open environmentbuilt on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office eventsshowcasingteam wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens whenwe'retogether, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment.That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

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US Pay Range

$60,000—$140,000 USD

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