Account Director – Paid Search
Hybrid (Manchester, UK) Up to £45,000
About the Company
The business partners with a wide range of international brands to deliver performance-driven digital media strategies at scale.
The focus is on combining insight, technology, and creativity to drive measurable growth and long-term client success.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Account Director – Paid Search to take ownership of strategic search activity across key client accounts.
This is a senior role responsible for shaping paid search strategy, guiding campaign direction, and ensuring high-quality execution across all activity.
You will act as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal teams, providing strategic oversight, performance insight, and actionable recommendations to improve results and drive growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic direction of paid search activity across assigned accounts
- Act as a senior client contact, providing insight and recommendations
- Oversee campaign performance and ensure alignment with KPIs and objectives
- Ensure best practice is consistently applied across all paid search activity
- Support test-and-learn approaches and optimisation strategies
- Provide strategic oversight of campaign planning, execution, and reporting
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams
- Monitor industry trends and platform developments to identify opportunities
- Contribute to wider search strategy and knowledge sharing across teams
- Ensure governance, quality standards, and process compliance are maintained
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in paid search strategy and account management
- Experience in a client-facing or agency environment
- Strong understanding of digital marketing and performance media
- Confident managing senior stakeholders and client relationships
- Experience across major paid search platforms and tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to support and guide junior team members
Desirable: Experience with additional search platforms.
What We’re Looking For
A commercially minded paid search specialist who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on expertise. You’ll be confident leading client relationships, shaping campaign strategy, and driving continuous performance improvement.
Working Style
- Hybrid working (Manchester)
- Collaborative team environment
- Regular office attendance expected (typically 3-4 days per week)
Account Director – Paid Search Hybrid (Manchester, UK) Up to £45,000
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