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Manager, Search - SEM

New York, New York; Chicago, IllinoisFull-time$75k–$120k2026-09-18 → 2026-10-22

Core

Day-to-day steward of search media for assigned brands, leading campaign development, activation, and innovation while managing a Search Analyst.

Role type

Senior IC Paid Search Manager

Builds

Paid search campaigns and strategies for client brands

Domain

Digital Marketing / Paid Search

Required skills

Paid search strategy, campaign management, budget pacing, keyword research, client relationship management, team leadership, data analysis, presentation skills

Preferred skills

SA360, Kenshoo

Technologies

Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, MS Excel, SA360, Kenshoo

Responsibilities

Develop account strategy including annual budget, KPIs, and partner selection; Lead client relationships and partner agency communication; Manage and direct Search Analysts on campaign execution and optimization; Oversee budget billing, pacing, and bid adjustments; Contribute to agency-level and client-specific Point of Views (POVs) on industry trends.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with people management