Paid Search Manager

Company description We are Zenith, the ROI agency, but we’re about so much more than numbers. Since 2005, we’ve been helping some of the world’s biggest and most exciting brands turn ambitious ideas into meaningful business growth. As part of Publicis Groupe, our global community of 6,000+ specialists across 95 markets brings together media, data, technology, commerce and content to solve complex challenges and create work that makes a difference. We believe the best work happens when great people come together. We’re curious, collaborative and always looking for new ways to think, challenge convention and push what’s possible. From strategy and planning to performance, data, content and trading, our teams work across disciplines to create smarter, more personal experiences for the brands we partner with. And we’re serious about our people too. We want Zenith to be a place where everyone feels seen, heard and represented, with opportunities to learn, grow and make your mark. From our regular social events, mentoring, learning opportunities, recognition and community initiatives, we’re building a culture where people can bring their whole selves to work, share ideas and have a lot of fun along the way. So, if you’re ambitious, curious and excited by the pace of change in our industry, you’ll fit right in. Whether you’re a media expert, creative thinker, data enthusiast, tech lover or simply someone who wants to make an impact, there’s a place for you at Zenith. Come and help us create a more meaningful kind of ROI – for our clients, our people and our culture. Overview We are hiring a Paid Search Account Manager to join Zenith and help shape high-performing paid search activity across a major global client account. You’ll take ownership of campaigns across multiple markets, turning data and strategy into measurable results while working closely with regional teams and client stakeholders. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop others, explore automation and AI, and contribute to an ambitious, collaborative performance marketing team. Responsibilities Lead the planning, implementation and optimisation of Paid Search campaigns across global markets. Develop Paid Search strategies that connect client objectives with measurable business outcomes. Manage budgets, forecasting and pacing, identifying opportunities to improve performance and return on investment. Turn campaign data into clear insights, recommendations and testing plans. Build trusted client relationships and contribute to performance reviews, strategic planning and key meetings. Collaborate with regional teams, local markets and specialist teams to deliver consistent, integrated solutions. Coach and support Paid Search Executives and Senior Executives, while championing innovation, automation and emerging search technology. Qualifications Hands-on experience managing Paid Search campaigns, including platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Ads and SA360. Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn performance data into practical recommendations. A good understanding of measurement, attribution, tracking and performance reporting. Experience building positive client and stakeholder relationships and communicating campaign performance clearly. Experience supporting, coaching or developing colleagues.Strong organisation and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities. Curiosity about the evolving Paid Search landscape, including automation, AI and new opportunities to improve campaign performance. Additional information Zenith International offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including: 📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups). Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week. At Zenith International, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. 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Lead the planning, implementation and optimisation of Paid Search campaigns across global markets. Develop Paid Search strategies that connect client objectives with measurable business outcomes. Manage budgets, forecasting and pacing, identifying opportunities to improve performance and return on investment. Turn campaign data into clear insights, recommendations and testing plans. Build trusted client relationships and contribute to performance reviews, strategic planning and key meetings. Collaborate with regional teams, local markets and specialist teams to deliver consistent, integrated solutions. Coach and support Paid Search Executives and Senior Executives, while championing innovation, automation and emerging search technology.
Hands-on experience managing Paid Search campaigns, including platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Ads and SA360. Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn performance data into practical recommendations. A good understanding of measurement, attribution, tracking and performance reporting. Experience building positive client and stakeholder relationships and communicating campaign performance clearly. Experience supporting, coaching or developing colleagues.Strong organisation and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities. Curiosity about the evolving Paid Search landscape, including automation, AI and new opportunities to improve campaign performance.