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Senior Paid Search Manager
Who we're looking for personally:
We like people. Advertising is easy to treat as a commodity, and we consistently challenge that. We aim to be long-term partners of our clients and as such believe in developing meaningful relationships with them to really identify their hopes and dreams and how our performance expertise + consultative approach can help them reach their wildest aspirations. It's a collaborative effort, so it's important we are open + hold each other accountable as well. As such, that takes a lot of self-confidence, communication, and empathy. Sometimes, an idea we had does not pan out, and we have to own that quickly and objectively. Sometimes we have to analyze + challenge client's beliefs or processes, and we have to do so sensitively and vulnerably. Most times, we're kickin' ass and making it fun, and we just have to be humble and never take our wins for granted. What's important to us is that we have good people who care, and are tough on performance but easy on emotion and realize it's all part of the process, and just be committed to doing the best we can with our fellow people every day we're lucky enough to do it.
Responsibilities:
- Empathize + understand client pain points + goals, and how your expertise in Paid Search can support their business growth
- Ability to develop high-performance Paid Search campaigns, and integrate it seamlessly into multi-channel marketing strategy
- Attention to detail, observing tight campaign parameters + QAing your work is critical in achieving high-quality results
- Own and manage the account activation and daily optimization tasks
- Manage + pace campaign budgets
- Ensure campaign delivery, performance and advertiser goals are being fulfilled as scheduled
- Plan and manage allocated budgets and consistently implement new experiments to maintain reliable performance while still incrementally improving KPIs continuously
- Take ownership of all aspects of the Paid Search campaigns: Implementation and execution of all Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Display Network, Gmail, Youtube, dynamic retargeting, and other Search oriented digital marketing efforts
- Monitor and optimize all campaigns on a daily, and weekly basis to meet spend revenue and lead volume goals for ROI, using Google Ads, Bing Ads Shopping, Youtube, Amazon, Shopify, and other resources.
- Conduct competitive research + analysis to understand market + develop different strategies
- Review SEM data for keyword insights and trends
- Provide recommendations and execute strategies for keyword opportunities, campaign structuring, audience segmentation, attribution, and other aspects of paid search.
- Analyze and discuss Paid / Social Media Marketing strategies, results, and ROI with clients during Marketing meetings
- Measure, analyze and optimize efforts and effectively communicate your strategy and learnings
- Conduct keyword, trend, and audience research
- Track and report performance regularly
- Evaluate and recommend new online marketing opportunities and technologies
Qualifications:
- Google Ads & Analytics Certified
- Experience building feeds, ad customizers & setting up conversion tracking
- Experience with Google Tag Manager & Google Analytics setups
- Understanding of Profit Driven // Performance Marketing & Metrics
- 3-5 years of experience in a digital agency, preferably of Premier Partner status, with focus
- Demonstrated experience in managing large and complex Paid Search campaigns
- Deep understanding of how Paid Search interacts with Display Media, SEM, SEO, Affiliate, Feeds, Mobile and Attribution
- Proven ability to think strategically, making credible recommendations to clients that drive measurable results; identifies and pursues opportunities to grow business
- Understands Paid Search campaign management technology from implementation to daily management of optimization features
- Ability to think strategically and identify and resolve problems in a client-centric environment
- Experience working with financial data and budgets
- Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written
- High levels of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation
Benefits + Work/Life Balance:
- Unlimited PTO
- Competitive Pay
- Health Insurance
- 401k
- Remote WFH
- Flexible Schedule, No Matter Your Time Zone
If you are passionate about driving results through innovative paid search strategies and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
- Retail
- Fintech
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paid search manager jobs.
- Proven experience managing Google Ads and Microsoft Ads campaigns across search and shopping
- Proficiency with bid management and analytics platforms such as SA360 or Google Analytics
- Google Ads certification or equivalent platform credential
- Experience with keyword research, audience targeting, and A/B ad copy testing
- Ability to translate campaign data into clear performance reports for stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field
Tips for Your Paid Search Manager Job Search
Quantify campaign performance on your resume
Hiring managers want numbers, not duties. List the ad spend you managed, your click-through rate improvements, and ROAS gains for each role. Vague claims like 'managed paid search campaigns' get filtered out in seconds.
Earn Google Ads certification before applying
Many paid search manager postings list Google Ads certification as a required or preferred credential. Complete the free exams through Google Skillshop before you apply so your resume clears the initial screening without questions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists paid search manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target listings by channel specialization
Paid search roles vary widely by channel focus. A Google Shopping-heavy e-commerce role and a B2B lead-gen position on Microsoft Ads call for different experience. Filter your search by the channel terms that match your strongest work.
Prepare a case study for your interview
Interviewers routinely ask you to walk through a campaign you built from keyword research to bid strategy to reporting. Have one specific example ready with the brief, the decisions you made, and the measured outcome.
Negotiate on total compensation, not just base
Paid search roles at agencies often come with performance bonuses tied to client retention metrics. Ask specifically what the bonus structure looks like and whether it is discretionary or formula-based before you accept any offer.
Paid Search Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most paid search managers?
The companies hiring the most paid search managers right now include Intuit, SKAI LABS, and Okta, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is consistently strongest at large e-commerce retailers, performance marketing agencies, and financial services brands running high-volume paid acquisition programs.
How many paid search manager jobs are remote?
About 79% of paid search manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how channel-agnostic the work is when platforms and reporting tools are cloud-based. Roles focused on strategy, reporting, and account optimization tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions with heavy agency-client coordination more often require some in-office presence.
How do you become a paid search manager?
Start by building hands-on experience running Google Ads or Microsoft Ads campaigns, even on a small budget for a personal project or a local business. Earn platform certifications through Google Skillshop. Move into a coordinator or specialist role at an agency or in-house team, focus on owned metrics like ROAS and cost per acquisition, and progress toward managing larger budgets and junior team members over time.
Can you get a paid search manager job with little experience?
Yes, if you can show results rather than just credentials. Build a portfolio by running real campaigns, document the outcomes with actual performance numbers, and apply to associate or junior paid search roles that explicitly welcome developing candidates. Agencies are often more open to career changers who demonstrate platform literacy and an analytical mindset than to applicants with degrees but no campaign history.
What does the paid search manager interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on channel experience and budget scale, followed by a hiring manager interview that goes deep on strategy, bidding philosophy, and how you structure campaigns. Expect a practical exercise, often a mock account audit or a case study where you present a campaign build-out. Final rounds typically involve a panel with marketing leadership or cross-functional stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to paid search manager jobs?
You can find and apply to paid search manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and channel focus, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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