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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 to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We Create an Open environment built 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 events showcasing team 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 when we're together, 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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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome for more details.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Marketing, Communications, or Advertising, or equivalent professional work experience
- 3+ years of experience with analytical tools such as Google Analytics, Webtrends, or Omniture
- Experience with search engine desktop tools such as Google AdWords Editor or Bing Ads Editor
- Expertise in pay-per-click optimization, including ROI, CPA, CPL, and impression share
- Familiarity with bid management tools such as DoubleClick Search, Kenshoo, Marin, or Searchlight
- Experience with third-party tracking tools such as DoubleClick, Floodlight, or Sizmek
- Experience meeting with and managing client relationships
- Desire to manage and mentor junior team members
- Prior management experience
WPP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about WPP and has not been reviewed or approved by WPP.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support includes a global Employee Assistance Programme and company-wide initiatives, with modern multi‑agency campuses and on‑site amenities positioned as part of the experience. This indicates a holistic focus across mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings commonly include a US 401(k) with employer matching, though specifics can differ by operating company. This provides a recognizable savings framework that many candidates expect in large employers.
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits can be above average in parts of the network, such as VML’s paid parental leave for adoptive and foster parents. These signals suggest meaningful support for certain family‑forming needs.
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