At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in creating and optimising paid search strategies for diverse clients.
- Company: Join DEPT®, a forward-thinking Growth Invention company with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with great career growth and learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving innovative campaigns for exciting global brands.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in paid search, strong leadership, and analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
London or Manchester, hybrid
DEPT® is a Growth Invention company that supports ambitious brands across technology and marketing.
Job Purpose
As a Lead in our Paid Search (SEA) team, you will manage a team of SEA specialists and act as a business partner to our clients. You will develop campaign strategies, optimize performance, and provide strategic recommendations while ensuring your team has the resources they need for professional growth.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement effective paid search strategies aligned with client objectives.
- Identify client challenges with the team and drive collaborative solutions.
- Manage multi-market paid search and shopping campaigns.
- Leverage automation and data, including AI, to improve performance.
- Monitor campaign performance, analyze data, and provide regular reports with insights.
- Stay current with industry trends, search engine algorithm changes, and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute campaigns and align with client goals.
- Maintain a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
- Monitor team well-being, development, and progress.
- Create personal development plans and provide guidance for team members.
- Define and communicate team expectations clearly.
What You Bring
- 6+ years experience creating, managing, and optimizing paid search & shopping campaigns, preferably in an agency.
- Experience mentoring or guiding a team of digital specialists.
- Self-confident, empathetic, and persuasive communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of Google Ads and Bing Ads platforms.
- Demonstrated track record of driving results and meeting client objectives.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret data for optimization.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, able to explain complex ideas to clients and stakeholders.
- Analytical, flexible, and able to work independently.
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
- Based in the UK and able to commute to our London or Manchester office twice a week.
We Offer
- Flexible hybrid working policy (2 days in office, location dependent).
- Competitive salary with equal pay policies.
- Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay.
- 26 days paid holiday plus UK Bank Holidays.
- Office refreshments and Thursday drinks at 4 pm.
- Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Family-friendly policies supporting new parents.
- Social and cultural events, organised activities, and celebrations.
- Inspirational talks with guest speakers.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Buddies to help you settle in during the first weeks.
- Reputation for social responsibility (B Corp, Climate Neutral).
- Exciting clients ranging from large global brands to local businesses.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At DEPT®, we create an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process or during your time with us, please let us know.
Team Lead Paid Search (SEA) in Manchester employer: DEPT®
DEPT® is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant locations like London and Manchester. With a strong commitment to employee growth, competitive benefits including private healthcare and generous holiday allowances, and a focus on social responsibility, DEPT® empowers its team members to thrive while working with exciting clients across various industries.
