Senior Paid Search Manager

We are seeking an innovative Senior Account Manager to lead advertising strategy and execution across our Paid Search flagship accounts. This role focuses on driving technical excellence for PPC, while passing on your knowledge to our group of Executives. You will be a mentor to our junior staff, organising them on account teams and be responsible for their development.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Team organisation of account teams of 2 - 6 individuals, ensuring delivery and execution to a high standard across the team.
• Pastoral care of 2+ Executives: Establishing a career development plan with clear goals, tailored to each individual.
• Key point of contact for clients, managing relationships, ideation and ownership of strategic client meetings.
• Accountability for advanced changes in accounts, ensuring that team members are aware of what actions are being taken and why.
• Decision maker on advanced tests and experiments, ensuring that analysis & delivery are to the agency standard.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven commercial experience in paid search advertising.
• Proven track record of managing large paid search budgets (£200K - £1M monthly).
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis and recommendations.
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing early career team members.
• Outstanding client communication skills: managing competing priorities, challenging decisions where necessary and influencing outcomes.
• Effective prioritisation of tasks and delegation of responsibilities to team members, while considering the commercial impact of a project.
• Ability to organise client teams of 2+ individuals, establishing processes for day-to-day account management.
• Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset.
• Innovation-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Empathic mentor for early career team members.
• Ability to balance technical expertise with commercial acumen.
• Fascinated by the intersection of marketing and technology.
• Adaptable and eager to trial new technologies and methodologies.

In return for your work, time and skills, we offer a competitive salary and some additional benefits:

• Equity in the Business: Gain ownership in WeDiscover through our EMI Options Scheme, allowing you to share in the success you help create.
• Significant Career Advancement: Be part of a fast-growing agency where your contributions will have a direct impact on our growth and culture.
• Work Flexibility: 2-3 days in our London office as best suits you.
• Top of the Range Tools: We provide top-quality equipment, including a high-spec laptop, screens, and access to our bespoke technology, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (plus the usual bank holidays) and the option to take a 5-week paid sabbatical after 5 years of service to refresh and recharge.
• Wellness & Wellbeing: Get a £40 monthly wellness subscription to your choice of services like Calm, Headspace, Huel, Thriva, or a gym membership to support your well-being.
• Volunteering & Giving Back: Take two volunteering days per year to give back to a cause you care about.
• Continuous Learning: Access a £200 annual learning fund for books, courses, or subscriptions.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building an inclusive, positive environment where success is shared, and everyone feels supported in achieving their best.