Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Specialist (12 month Contract)

Clio is the global leader in legal AI technology, empowering legal professionals and law firms of every size to work smarter, faster, and more securely. 

We are transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice.

We are currently seeking a Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Specialist - Contractor (12 months) to join our Performance Marketing Team in Toronto. 
 

The Performance Marketing Team thrives on solving complex challenges by making data-driven decisions that fuel sustainable growth. As part of a dynamic group of high achievers, we craft and execute strategic campaigns to attract, engage, and convert prospects through digital advertising channels.

We are seeking an experienced and data-driven Search Engine Marketing Specialist to support Clio’s growing SEM efforts for a 12 month contract. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in building and optimizing Google and Bing campaigns, managing new campaign types like PMax and Demand Gen, and driving revenue growth. 

The SEM Specialist will focus on three core areas: Core SEM/PMax tasks, Reporting & Data pulls, and building landing pages.  

1. Core SEM + Pmax Optimization (Google + Bing)

• Ad Copy & Asset Optimization: Collaborate with content and design teams to develop, write, and implement high-performing ad copy, and produce new images for use in PMax campaigns.

• Keyword Research & Expansion: Conduct ongoing keyword research to identify high-potential, long-tail, and emerging keywords for campaign expansion. Keyword audits that identify low performing terms or terms outside of our ICP that need exclusion.     

• Market/Competitor Research: Analyze competitor ad strategies, messaging, and landing page performance to inform tactical adjustments and campaign strategy.

2.  Reporting & Communication

• Performance Metrics: Reporting on key metrics including Click Through rates (CTR), Cost per Click (CPC) Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), and Quality Score among others.

• Status Updates: Participate in weekly/bi-weekly check-in calls/meetings to review performance, update projects, and upcoming priorities.

3. Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) & Testing

• Landing Page Analysis: Audit key campaign landing pages to identify areas of friction and potential conversion obstacles (e.g., clarity, offer prominence, form layout, mobile experience). This includes personalizing landing page experiences as needed.

• A/B Test Setup: Utilize Optimizely to design, set up, and launch A/B and Multivariate tests for landing page variations.

• Test Analysis & Reporting: Monitor active tests, analyze results for statistical significance, and document findings to inform optimization strategies.

• 4-5 years experience in managing and optimizing SEM campaigns on Google and Bing within a B2B setting. Must have familiarity with new campaign types like PMax and Demand Gen.

• High level of expertise using Google Sheets / Excel 

• Expertise in Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) and A/B testing, including using tools like Optimizely or VWO..

• Data Driven mindset with strong analytical skills with a focus on delivering clarity and high-level insights for campaign optimization.

• Experience with first-party data connectivity and testing new data models.

• Ability to project manage across different products and geos.  

• Experience using Multi-touch attribution tools such as DreamData or HockeyStack. 

• Experience using CRM tools such as HubSpot or Salesforce

• Knowledge working on SEO and SEO tools such as Google Search Console

• 2-3 years working working in a B2B SAAS setting 

• Experience working in the legal tech industry

This posting is for an existing vacancy

The expected new hire base pay for this role is $9,000/ month CAD.
As this is an independent contractor role, you will manage your own business operations. This includes:

• Taxes & Contributions: You are responsible for calculating and paying your own federal and provincial income taxes, as well as CPP/EI contributions. Clio will not withhold these from your payments.

• Invoicing: To receive payment, you will submit regular invoices for your services. You’ll also be responsible for keeping your own financial records and managing your billing schedule.

Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity (DIBE) & Accessibility 

Our team shows up as their authentic selves, and are united by our mission. We are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in building and fostering an environment where our teams feel included, valued, and enabled to do the best work of their careers, wherever they choose to log in from. We believe that different perspectives, skills, backgrounds, and experiences result in higher-performing teams and better innovation. We are committed to equal employment and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Clio provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our culture at clio.com/careers

We're a Human and High Performing AI company, meaning we use artificial intelligence to improve all of our operations. In recruitment, AI helps us streamline the process for greater efficiency. However, we've built our systems to ensure that a human always reviews AI-generated output, and we never make automated hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: We only communicate with candidates through official @clio.com email addresses.