SEM Manager, Paid Search Activation

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2 Locations
In-Office
99K-148K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
Lead development and execution of integrated paid media campaigns, manage agency relationships, ensure cross-channel integration and compliance, use consumer insights to inform briefs, guide internal stakeholders, and coach team members to deliver consumer-centric, compliant creative.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Media Sr Analyst is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and work-flow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Excellent communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.
Responsibilities:

  • Develop integrated media campaigns from inception to execution, including day to day management of multiple agencies and strategic oversight. Develop consumer focused and insight driven briefs and lead integrated agency briefing sessions.
  • Drive successful integration of campaigns across all marketing channels/touchpoints, ensure message is effectively executed across multiple paid channels and citi properties. Manage cross functional teams in social, Public Relations, product, media, digital to ensure seamless integration
  • Manage legal and product review process for all media creative while ensuring creative is clear, transparent and meaningful to consumers.
  • Effectively partner with internal business teams to manage expectations, solve for issues that may arise and consistently add value.
  • Provide guidance to internal business partners in the development of marketing materials, including providing a point of view on messaging, as well as guidance on media guidelines , imagery and ensuring consistency within Citi's mediaing system.
  • Partner with and leverage research team to understand consumer insights for brief development and learn from media research as a way to consistently enhance campaigns.
  • Manage day-to-day relationship with our agencies and provide direction that is clear and based on concrete rationale.
  • Proactively solve issues to ensure consistently breakthrough, relevant, consumer-centric creative.
  • Take ownership over competitive insights for your products/services – ensure working team is aware of new campaigns and implications for Citi.
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

  • 5-8 years of experience in branding, marketing or analytics
  • Passionate about advertising and marketing and curious about new developments in the industry

Education:

  • Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group: Marketing

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Job Family:Advertising, Branding and Media

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Time Type:Full time

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Primary Location:New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$98,960.00 - $148,440.00


In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:Jul 07, 2026

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Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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Skills Required

  • 5-8 years of experience in branding, marketing or analytics
  • Passionate about advertising and marketing and curious about new developments in the industry
  • Bachelors/University degree or equivalent experience
  • Excellent communication and diplomacy skills; experience coaching or training team members

Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.

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