Senior Search Manager - (Paid Search)

Lucas James Talent Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

Open office and casual atmosphere

Company events & team building

Job summary

Scale Marketing is hiring a Paid Search Manager in Chicago, IL, a hybrid role with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote. You will own the paid search strategy, optimize campaigns, and drive ROI for top-tier clients.

We expect 3+ years in paid search (agency), SEM/PPC expertise, strong analytics, and experience with Google Tag Manager. Join a fast-growing team and help shape performance across platforms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paid search experience (agency side required).
• Expertise in SEM and PPC.
• Expertise in Google & Bing (Shopping required; Amazon a plus).
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with large datasets.
• Experience with tags, pixels, and Google Tag Manager.
• A startup mindset and passion for growing with a scaling company.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end paid search strategy, execution, and optimization.
• Act as a paid search thought leader for top-tier clients.
• Drive client growth by exceeding ROI/ROAS and KPI targets.
• Lead daily performance analysis, buying, bidding, and reporting.
• Build strong client relationships through insights and results.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and help support a fast-growing team.

Skills

Paid search

SEM

PPC

Google Ads

Bing Ads

Shopping

Amazon (a plus)

Data analysis

Google Tag Manager

Tools

Tags

Pixels

GA/GTM

Job description

We’re hiring: Paid Search Manager (SEM/ PPC focus)- Hybrid role Chicago, IL

Scale Marketing in partnership with Lucas James Talent Partners | Media Team

Scale Marketing is growing our Paid Search practice, and we’re looking for a Paid Search Manager to help lead the charge. This role sits at the center of our digital business—owning paid search strategy and performance while partnering closely with clients, leadership, analytics, and media teams. Hybrid role- 3 days in office and 2 days work from home!

What you’ll do

• Own end-to-end paid search strategy, execution, and optimization
• Act as a paid search thought leader for top-tier clients
• Drive client growth by exceeding ROI/ROAS and KPI targets
• Lead daily performance analysis, buying, bidding, and reporting
• Build strong client relationships through insights and results
• Collaborate cross-functionally and help support a fast-growing team

What you bring

• 3+ years of paid search experience (agency side required)
• Expertise in SEM and PPC
• Expertise in Google & Bing (Shopping required; Amazon a plus)
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with large datasets
• Experience with tags, pixels, and Google Tag Manager
• A startup mindset and passion for growing with a scaling company

If you’re excited to own strategy, drive impact, and grow your career at a fast-moving marketing agency—we’d love to connect.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance, with generous employer contribution
• Open office and casual work atmosphere
• Company sponsored events & team building experiences