Manager, Paid Search

New Engen; Rogers (AR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work

Unlimited PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Life & AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave & family support

Pet care perks

Career development programs

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

New Engen is seeking a Paid Search Lead to manage a portfolio of high-growth startup/DTC accounts from a performance-driven lens. You will own Google Ads strategies (Search, Shopping, Performance Max) and collaborate across channels to optimize campaigns and reporting.

You will work with analytics, media, and creative partners to improve landing pages and efficiency while mentoring junior teammates. Remote or hybrid work options are available, with offices in Seattle, New York, and Northwest

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Paid Search experience, ideally within an agency environment.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Google Ads including Search, Shopping, and Performance Max; Microsoft Ads is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage campaigns and client relationships while balancing multiple accounts and priorities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn performance data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.
• Strong client-facing communication and storytelling skills, including experience building and presenting polished decks.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus.
• Scrappy, adaptable mindset and comfort working within a lean, fast-paced, high-caliber team.
• Background at performance marketing agencies such as Tinuiti, Wpromote, Power Digital, Merkle, or similar is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive client growth by owning and managing a portfolio of high-growth startup/DTC accounts.
• Lead Paid Search strategy and execution; partner across channels for integrated performance.
• Translate performance data into actionable insights, optimizations, and testing opportunities.
• Collaborate with analytics, media, and creative partners to improve campaign performance.
• Support and mentor junior team members, with opportunities to grow into leadership roles.

Skills

Paid Search

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Campaign management

Analytics

Client-facing communication

Mentoring/junior staff

Adaptable/lean team

Agency background

Tools

Google Ads

Microsoft Ads

Job description

WHY DONUT STUDIOS? At New Engen, we help brands grow, not just bigger, but smarter. We’re a digital marketing agency that drives meaningful impact across the entire customer journey by integrating media, creative, analytics, influencer, and retail strategies into performance-driven campaigns. Donut Studios is our in-house creative studio, purpose-built to craft high-performing, platform-native, and digital content for the world’s most ambitious brands. As a key part of New Engen’s suite of specialized solutions, alongside offerings like the Acorn Creator Suite - Donut Studios helps unlock breakthrough creative that drives results, fast. We’re a collaborative group of strategists, content creators, copywriters, editors, designers, account strategists, and more who are all in on helping brands, and each other, thrive. We work hard, stay humble, and build with purpose.

What You’ll Do

Drive Client Growth

Own and manage a portfolio of high-growth startup/DTC accounts, serving as a key day-to-day client partner. Lead Paid Search strategy and execution while partnering across channels to deliver integrated performance. Ramp quickly to take ownership of accounts independently, managing priorities and driving measurable client impact. Build strong client relationships through clear communication, proactive recommendations, and a strong understanding of each client’s business goals. Analyze performance and translate data into actionable insights, optimizations, and testing opportunities.

Bring Channel Expertise

Bring strong hands-on expertise in Google Ads, including Search, Shopping, and Performance Max, with experience in Microsoft Ads a plus. Translate client goals into thoughtful Paid Search strategies, testing plans, and performance recommendations. Monitor campaign performance, identify opportunities, and proactively optimize toward client goals. Stay current on platform updates, automation, bidding strategies, measurement, and emerging Paid Search best practices. Collaborate closely with analytics, media, and creative partners to improve campaign performance, landing page experience, and overall efficiency.

Support the Team

Partner with senior team members and cross-functional stakeholders to maintain portfolio health and client satisfaction. Share Paid Search knowledge, best practices, and feedback with junior team members. Support the development of junior talent through coaching and mentorship, with opportunities to grow into people management responsibilities over time.

What You Bring

• 4+ years of Paid Search experience, ideally within an agency environment working with high-growth and/or DTC brands.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Google Ads, including Search, Shopping, and Performance Max; Microsoft Ads experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage campaigns and client relationships while balancing multiple accounts and priorities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn performance data into clear insights and actionable recommendations.
• Strong client-facing communication and storytelling skills, including experience building and presenting polished decks.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus.
• Scrappy, adaptable mindset and comfort working within a lean, fast-paced, high-caliber team.
• Background at performance marketing agencies such as Tinuiti, Wpromote, Power Digital, Merkle, or similar is a plus.

Perks & Benefits

• Remote or hybrid work environment with flexible hours
• Unlimited PTO + company holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Life & AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave & family support
• Pet care perks & insurance
• Learning & career development programs
• Commuter & transit benefits
• Exclusive employee discounts

Salary Range: $90,000–$100,000 USD annual

Compensation for each opportunity is determined based on the applicable labor market, the scope and structure of the role or engagement, and the individual’s qualifications and experience.

New Engen is proud to have offices in Seattle, New York, and Northwest Arkansas, each one anchoring teams that drive creativity, collaboration, and culture. But great work isn’t limited to those zip codes. We also support a distributed team of remote employees across the country, giving people the flexibility to do their best work wherever they are.

We currently hire full-time employees in the following states: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin