CareerPlan

Manager, Paid Search

Chicago, IllinoisFull-time$75k–$108k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Building and maintaining client relationships while overseeing the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns.

Role type

Manager, Paid Search

Builds

Paid search campaigns for brand-building and direct response objectives

Domain

Digital Marketing / Paid Search

Required skills

Paid search campaign management, Proposal development, Campaign activation, Ongoing optimization, Post-buy analysis, Team supervision, Cross-functional collaboration, Client relationship management, Performance analysis, AI platform feature utilization

Preferred skills

People management or leadership experience, Machine learning insights interpretation, Budget and performance projection

Technologies

Google Ads, Microsoft Excel, AI-powered bidding tools

Responsibilities

Direct and manage the daily workflow of paid search campaigns, Supervise and support a team of paid search practitioners, Build and maintain strong client relationships, Lead optimization and performance recommendations, Conduct monthly client billing audits, Deliver training to team members on paid search fundamentals

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership