Remote Paid Search Manager Jobs
Remote Paid Search Manager jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed marketing teams hiring paid search managers to run paid media programs without a fixed office. Employers currently hiring remotely include HARVEST, Integrated Specialty Coverages, and BMG360, across sectors like e-commerce, SaaS, and digital agencies. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Tombras, a 600+ person, full-service, national advertising agency with a digital mindset, is seeking a Paid Search Analyst.
You’ll be joining one of the top independent agencies in North America. Connecting Data & Creativity for Business Results® is working for our clients and creating a flywheel affect fueling both client and agency growth. You’ll be a part of a highly creative agency that has been recognized by AdAge, Adweek, Communication Arts, Fast Company, Forbes and Fortune. Tombras was recently named 2025 AdAge Agency of the year and 2024 AdAge Independent Agency of the Year.
Where you'll be working: Knoxville
What you'll be doing:
As an entry‑level Paid Search Analyst, you will support our Paid Search Managers in developing, executing and optimizing paid search campaigns. Responsibilities include:
- Budget monitoring & pacing – track daily and weekly budget pacing across multiple campaigns, proactively coordinating with search planners and buyers to ensure spending aligns with client objectives.
- Campaign management – build and launch paid search, Demand Gen, Performance Max, App Download, and YouTube campaigns; monitor flight dates, start/stop campaigns on schedule, and maintain up‑to‑date budgets in the agency’s billing system.
- Optimization implementation – execute daily, weekly and monthly optimizations (keyword expansions, bid adjustments, audience refinements, creative testing) to maximize performance.
- Invoice reconciliation – reconcile media invoices and coordinate with account teams and media strategy leads to ensure accurate billing.
- Reporting & analysis – pull and analyze performance data from Google Ads, Google Analytics and other platforms; prepare interim and final reports highlighting optimizations, insights and operational metrics for clients.
- Keyword and ad copy support – assist with keyword research, ad copy writing and quality assurance to improve campaign relevance and efficiency.
- Client presentations – prepare performance summaries and insights for client meetings; support the Search Department in new client presentations when needed.
What you bring:
- 1 + years’ experience in digital marketing (internships or co‑ops count) with familiarity using Google Ads and Google Analytics.
- Google Ads certification is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills – comfortable working with data, identifying trends and recommending optimizations.
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail – able to manage multiple budgets, campaigns and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills – capable of distilling technical insights into clear recommendations for teammates and clients.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote and Word – skilled with pivot tables, formulas and data visualization.
Why Join Tombras’ Integrated Search team?
- Independence with scale – work in a third‑generation, family‑owned agency that has doubled in size over the last five years while maintaining the freedom to innovate.
- Award‑winning culture – our work and people have been recognized by Ad Age, Fast Company, Effie, Cannes Lions and more.
- Growth and learning – learn from Senior Paid Search Managers and Strategists who handle multi‑million‑dollar campaigns for national brands. You will gain hands‑on experience with Google Ads, YouTube and Shopping campaigns, and collaborate with data scientists, creatives and media experts across the agency.
- High‑impact clients – contribute to campaigns for globally recognized brands.
Why you'll want to work at Tombras:
- Family - It comes first, on every list. Tombras has been family-run since day 1, we strive to facilitate a family-oriented environment rooted in supporting one another.
- Dog-friendly offices
- Flexible PTO
- Generous parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers
- Medical (PPO or High Deductible option) for employee + dependents
- 401(k) Participation
- Employer-paid Dental & Vision
- A company culture of promotions from within and an atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
Want more reasons to work at Tombras? Check out the latest Tombras News and Our Values.
Tombras is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Tombras is an E-Verify employer and participates in the E-Verify program.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Job may require traveling overnight, driving long distances as required and sitting for extended periods of time with occasional walking and standing and occasionally lifting or carrying articles weighing less than 10 pounds.
This is a hybrid role. You will work in your assigned office Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
Tombras, a 600+ person, full-service, national advertising agency with a digital mindset, is seeking a Paid Search Analyst.
You’ll be joining one of the top independent agencies in North America. Connecting Data & Creativity for Business Results® is working for our clients and creating a flywheel affect fueling both client and agency growth. You’ll be a part of a highly creative agency that has been recognized by AdAge, Adweek, Communication Arts, Fast Company, Forbes and Fortune. Tombras was recently named 2025 AdAge Agency of the year and 2024 AdAge Independent Agency of the Year.
Where you'll be working: Knoxville
What you'll be doing:
As an entry‑level Paid Search Analyst, you will support our Paid Search Managers in developing, executing and optimizing paid search campaigns. Responsibilities include:
- Budget monitoring & pacing – track daily and weekly budget pacing across multiple campaigns, proactively coordinating with search planners and buyers to ensure spending aligns with client objectives.
- Campaign management – build and launch paid search, Demand Gen, Performance Max, App Download, and YouTube campaigns; monitor flight dates, start/stop campaigns on schedule, and maintain up‑to‑date budgets in the agency’s billing system.
- Optimization implementation – execute daily, weekly and monthly optimizations (keyword expansions, bid adjustments, audience refinements, creative testing) to maximize performance.
- Invoice reconciliation – reconcile media invoices and coordinate with account teams and media strategy leads to ensure accurate billing.
- Reporting & analysis – pull and analyze performance data from Google Ads, Google Analytics and other platforms; prepare interim and final reports highlighting optimizations, insights and operational metrics for clients.
- Keyword and ad copy support – assist with keyword research, ad copy writing and quality assurance to improve campaign relevance and efficiency.
- Client presentations – prepare performance summaries and insights for client meetings; support the Search Department in new client presentations when needed.
What you bring:
- 1 + years’ experience in digital marketing (internships or co‑ops count) with familiarity using Google Ads and Google Analytics.
- Google Ads certification is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills – comfortable working with data, identifying trends and recommending optimizations.
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail – able to manage multiple budgets, campaigns and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills – capable of distilling technical insights into clear recommendations for teammates and clients.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote and Word – skilled with pivot tables, formulas and data visualization.
Why Join Tombras’ Integrated Search team?
- Independence with scale – work in a third‑generation, family‑owned agency that has doubled in size over the last five years while maintaining the freedom to innovate.
- Award‑winning culture – our work and people have been recognized by Ad Age, Fast Company, Effie, Cannes Lions and more.
- Growth and learning – learn from Senior Paid Search Managers and Strategists who handle multi‑million‑dollar campaigns for national brands. You will gain hands‑on experience with Google Ads, YouTube and Shopping campaigns, and collaborate with data scientists, creatives and media experts across the agency.
- High‑impact clients – contribute to campaigns for globally recognized brands.
Why you'll want to work at Tombras:
- Family - It comes first, on every list. Tombras has been family-run since day 1, we strive to facilitate a family-oriented environment rooted in supporting one another.
- Dog-friendly offices
- Flexible PTO
- Generous parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers
- Medical (PPO or High Deductible option) for employee + dependents
- 401(k) Participation
- Employer-paid Dental & Vision
- A company culture of promotions from within and an atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
Want more reasons to work at Tombras? Check out the latest Tombras News and Our Values.
Tombras is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Tombras is an E-Verify employer and participates in the E-Verify program.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Job may require traveling overnight, driving long distances as required and sitting for extended periods of time with occasional walking and standing and occasionally lifting or carrying articles weighing less than 10 pounds.
This is a hybrid role. You will work in your assigned office Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote 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 Remote Paid Search Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote paid search manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your platform experience and apply directly without sorting through location-filtered listings.
Show async reporting in your portfolio
Remote paid search managers communicate performance through written updates, not office stand-ups. Include a sample campaign summary or dashboard screenshot in your portfolio to show you can report results clearly without a meeting.
Highlight cross-platform experience upfront
Remote employers move fast and scan resumes for specific platforms. Lead your resume and cover note with the ad platforms you actively manage, such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, Meta Ads, and any demand-side platforms, so it's immediately clear what you bring.
Prep for async remote interview formats
Many remote-first companies use take-home campaign audits or recorded video questions before live interviews. Practice auditing a real ad account and narrating your findings clearly, since that's closer to what the job actually looks like day to day.
Remote Paid Search Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote paid search manager job?
Remote paid search manager roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction and results without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen heavily for proficiency in Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and analytics platforms, plus strong written communication for async collaboration. A portfolio showing campaign performance improvements, clear budget management, and documented ROAS gains gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only list platform certifications.
Which companies hire remote paid search managers?
Employers currently hiring remote paid search managers include HARVEST, Integrated Specialty Coverages, and BMG360, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first e-commerce brands, distributed SaaS companies, and digital marketing agencies make up the largest share of these openings, since their teams are already built to collaborate without a central office.
Can you get a remote paid search manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level paid search roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage campaigns independently from day one with minimal hand-holding. Smaller e-commerce brands and digital agencies are most open to entry-level remote hires. A Google Ads certification, a freelance campaign you ran yourself, or measurable results from a personal project can substitute for formal job history and open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote paid search manager jobs?
Not always. Remote employers in paid search weigh demonstrated platform skills, campaign results, and certifications more heavily than a specific degree. Candidates who can show concrete performance data, such as cost-per-click improvements or conversion rate gains, routinely compete for and land remote roles against degree holders, particularly at remote-first companies and performance-focused digital agencies.
Which industries hire the most remote paid search managers?
Remote paid search manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed marketing teams and performance-driven ad budgets that make remote paid search management a natural fit for how they already operate.
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