Senior Manager, Paid Search at VML (Chicago Illinois, United States / Cleveland Ohio, United States / Kansas City Missouri, United States / New York New York, United States)Senior Manager, Paid Search

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

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Who we are looking for:

The Senior Manager, Paid Search oversees the development and implementation of search strategies for our clients. You will support search strategies, tactical execution, and performance reporting.

What you’ll do:

• Work with account teams and clients to understand and document business, technical and reporting requirements, and to develop solutions to ensure success
• Identify opportunities, set goals, develop strategic plans, and outline tactical approach to executing plans
• Help enterprise clients expand their knowledge and use of search engine marketing and drive internal client adoption
• Work with the analytics team to develop and evolve measurement frameworks for campaigns, measure performance, and make recommendations for optimization
• Develop case studies based on past work for new business initiatives and to validate client relationships
• Coordinate internal team and agency initiatives working cross-channel to achieve team goals
• Document client history, processes, contact information, major initiatives, past recommendations and projects, and site changes
• Effective and persuasive presentations (verbal and written) for teams and clients
• Oversee trafficking, ensure all required tags are implemented, and structure campaign for desired analytics outcome
• Stay current on the constantly changing search and technology industry

Who you are:

• Strong client facing presentation skills
• Exceptional organization and communication skills
• Highly motivated with a strong desire to meet or exceed expectations
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities including public speaking and presenting

What you’ll need:

• 3+ years experience in paid search activation, agency setting highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with paid search including Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising
• Understanding of the digital advertising industry, with knowledge of cross channel performance media tactics
• Proficient using their party ad serving tools, media research tools, and analysis tools

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefitsfor more details.

_ $45,000—$100,000 USD

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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