Paid Search Manager

About Jellyfish

Jellyfish is a worldwide digital marketing agency combining technology enthusiasts, creative professionals, and media and data experts to empower clients through their digital journeys. The company values diverse perspectives and collaborative teamwork to drive innovation, reshape media strategies, and create impactful stories for global clients and their customers.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Paid Search Manager to enhance our Paid Media capabilities. This role involves managing the strategy and performance of client accounts, focusing on innovative approaches and achieving targets. You will have the opportunity to work with a global portfolio and proprietary technology that distinguishes us in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Launch and manage campaigns using Google Ads (search, shopping, display, and video) and Microsoft Ads.
• Oversee performance reports, analyze campaigns, and manage budget pacing to ensure clients meet their key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Offer insights and recommendations for improving account architecture, targeting, bidding strategies, and ad copy effectiveness.
• Collaborate with regional Paid Media teams to maintain consistent strategic execution across different markets.
• Ensure accurate campaign tracking and data quality through Google Analytics or other measurement platforms.
• Assist in preparing and presenting Quarterly Business Reviews to clients.

Candidate Requirements

• Thorough understanding of paid search campaign tools and workflows, especially Google Ads and Microsoft Ads (Bing).
• Between 3 to 5 years' experience managing paid search campaigns, preferably within an agency or performance marketing setup.
• Proficient with Excel, capable of managing complex spreadsheets and analyzing large data sets.
• Strong client engagement skills with a passion for building lasting relationships and adding business value.
• Experience in developing solutions to optimize and automate processes.
• Ability to adapt strategies flexibly in the face of unexpected challenges.

Additional Information

We prioritize your professional growth and personal contribution, offering a customizable work environment. Benefits include:

• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.
• Remote working flexibility up to 60% of the time with a daily work window between 8:00 am and 6:30 pm.
• Family-friendly support including 14 weeks paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks paid leave for secondary caregivers, plus financial support towards courses to aid returning primary caregivers.

Employment Equity candidates will receive preference according to our Affirmative Action plan.

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