Search vacancies
Search Account Executive
Up to 21K
London DGM43-A3
Media Agency
A leading Media Agency is looking for a PPC Search Account Executive to manage a high profile financial client’s search engine marketing campaigns.
About the Job
You will:
- Be responsible for regular reporting and optimisation of your client’s search marketing activity.
- Support the development for your client’s PPC Search accounts – including keyword list creation, ad copy development, account architecture, strategy, integration with other media, etc.
- Assist in developing client and internal understanding of Search and help grow client investment in PPC Search.
- Develop an in depth understanding of your client’s targets and objectives and liaise with other media departments to offer a seamless service.
About the Person
You will:
- Be able to set up and run commercial PPC Search campaigns from start to finish and deliver full ROI evaluation of such campaigns.
- Possess knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, preferably coupled with knowledge of automated bid management tools, SEO and Affiliate Marketing.
- Have good numerical, analytical, communication, multi-tasking, time management and problem solving skills.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, building strong working relationships across different levels.
- Be a creative thinker with a confident dynamic personality.
PPC - Search Executive
c. 21K
London DGM73-A15
Bespoke Media Agency
If you are looking to build your career in PPC / Search by working for a high-profile Full Service Media Agency, look no further. This is an exiting opportunity to work as a PPC / Search Executive on groundbreaking campaigns.
About the Job
You will:
- Play an important role in the day-to-day management our clients’ search marketing campaigns.
- Be responsible for regular reporting and optimisation of your client’s PPC / search marketing activity
- Understand your client’s targets and objectives, and support the development for your client’s PPC / Search accounts – including keyword list creation, ad copy development, account architecture, strategy, integration with other media, etc.
- Be responsible for spend reconciliation of monthly activity
- Assist in developing client and internal understanding of Search and help grow client investment in Search.
- Work in association with other media departments to offer the client an integrated service.
About the Person
You will:
- Be passionate about PPC / Search and possess an in-depth knowledge of the main search engines.
- Have strong numerical skills, analytical, communication, time-management, multi-tasking problem solving and Microsoft Office skills.
- Possess a confident and dynamic personality, and be a creative thinker who loves coming up with ideas.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Preferably have knowledge of automated bid management tools and other areas of digital marketing such as SEO and Affiliates.
Search Planner Buyer
c. 28K
London DGM20-A1
Full Service Media Agency
This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning Media Agency as a Search Planner Buyer. Working with popular clients in the Entertainment sector, you will be supported by a Search Exec.
About the Job
You will:
- Be responsible for ongoing account management and optimisation of several search accounts.
- Plan search programmes according to different objective criteria and guide your team in understanding how to achieve business targets e.g. CPR, ROI and volumes.
- Keep clients up-to-date on all Search matters – client results, marketplace information, competitor and media updates
- Liaise with departmental account managers to understand KPIs of campaigns, and integrate with offline media plans.
- Oversee campaign reporting; advise on tracking solutions, and monitor bookings and invoice quires.
- Aid in the appraisal, training and development of a Search Executive
About the Person
You will:
- Have an advanced understanding of all aspects of Search Engine Marketing including, PPC search engine ranking systems, PPC optimisation techniques and Search engine administration tools (Google, Yahoo & MSN).
- Possess previous campaign management experience.
- Have experience of Analytics suites (Google Analytics, Web trends, Omniture), and 3rd party tracking and Bid Management tools (Doubleclick & Atlas).
- Possess a clear understanding the principles of Direct Response Marketing (volume/efficiency) and how search engine marketing fits in the larger marketing mix.
Search Account Manager
c. 33K
London DGM36-A5
Media agency
An award winning UK media agency is looking for a Search Account Manager to service a high profile client. Leading your team, you will forge productive relationships with your client and deliver scintillating search campaigns.
About the Job
You will:
- Devise Search campaigns to meet client objectives and complement other media activity.
- Be the central contact for Search for the accounts teams and your advertisers.
- Take ownership and pride in each campaign to provide clients with market leading service.
- Assume responsibility for client budget and assign budget to selected Search providers.
- Maintain and supply performance reports that meet advertiser’s demands.
- Proactively investigate agency, client and supply side campaign issues (troubleshoot) and source best practice resolutions in a timely fashion.
- Assist in developing client and internal understanding of Search and help grow client investment in Search.
About the Person
You will:
- Have previous experience working directly with paid search campaigns and taking responsibility for budgets.
- Be a team player working with multiple levels of management and peers.
- Have the ability to pre-empt problems and be pro-active in finding solutions.
- Possess a good understanding of the Internet marketing and have strong numerical skills.
PPC - Search Planner Buyer
c. 35K
London DGM72-A15
Bespoke Media Agency
Looking for a rewarding career in PPC / Search? This is a unique chance to work as a Search Planner Buyer in Bespoke Full Service Media Agency, handling a high profile client.
About the Job
You will:
- Develop an in depth understanding of your client’s targets and objectives, and implement strategy for your client’s search accounts – including keyword list creation, ad copy development, account architecture, strategy, integration with other media, etc.
- Provide the highest quality of service to clients – manage client expectations, ensure that campaigns meet objectives and deadlines and report campaign progress on a regular basis.
- Assist in developing client and internal understanding of Search and help grow client investment in Search.
- Recommend the appropriate technology where appropriate to assist your efforts to provide best in class delivery and services to your clients
- Liaise with other media departments to offer the client a seamless service
- Manage the account executives working on your account.
About the Person
You will:
- Have 2-3 years of proven experience in directly implementing paid search campaigns, ideally within a UK Media Agency.
- Possess excellent numerical skills, analytical, communication, time-management, multi-tasking problem solving and Microsoft Office skills.
- Have a thorough understanding of search marketing platforms and related technologies (Google, Yahoo & Microsoft), along with knowledge of 3rd party ad serving and campaign tracking technologies (Atlas, Double Click, etc).
- Have a dynamic personality with the ability to work independently and think creatively.
- Be a team player, who can to build and maintain strong working relationships with multiple levels of management and peers.
- Ideally have knowledge of automated bid management tools and a strong understanding of other areas of digital marketing such as SEO and Affiliates.
Senior Search Planner Buyer
c. 30K - 35K
London DGM60-A8
Full Service Media Agency
Looking to progress in the PPC field?
A leading Full service Media Agency needs a Senior Search Planner Buyer to work on a newly acquired client that invests heavily in advertising.
About the Job
You will:
- Analyse the client’s needs, targets and objectives, accordingly devise Search / PPC strategies to meet client objectives and ensure that they are implemented successfully.
- Assume top-level responsibility for client budgets and assign budgets to selected Search / PPC providers.
- Take ownership of Search / PPC campaigns, provide client performance reports and ensure client’s expectations, objectives and deadlines are met.
- Offer suggestions on how to improve processes to ensure high standards are maintained.
- Lead and develop junior members of the Search / PPC team.
- Work in association with other teams within the agency and support the wider Search / PPC team within the group.
About the person
You will:
- Have 2-3 years experience in Search / PPC Planning and Buying within a recognised UK media agency.
- Possess previous experience developing mid-level client relationships and be capable of confidently presenting to clients.
- Be capable of mentoring the Search / PPC team.
- Possess strong numerical, analytical, literacy, problem-solving, multi-tasking and time management skills.
- Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and systems such as, Dart Search, Omniture Search Center, Search Ignite, AdGooroo, DC Storm and Kenshoo Search.
- Preferably possess knowledge of SEO and experience in new business preparations and on-site optimisation systems.
Search / PPC Manager
c. 35K - 45K
London DGM61-A8
Full Service Media Agency
A full service Media agency is in searching for a PPC / Search Manager to handle a high profile client that invests heavily in advertising.
About the Job
You will:
- Act as a senior client-contact and ensure the client receives the highest level of service.
- Manage the PPC / Search team on an ongoing basis, maximise team performance and oversee the development of staff.
- Develop a system to ensure all stages of PPC process are undertaken while making sure that the agency’s PPC product is best-in-market.
- Liaise with all departments to optimise team performance and client service.
- Develop strong relationships with external suppliers, as well as senior staff members and direct reports within the agency.
- Help to deliver content on new business pitches and proposals.
About the Person
You will:
- Possess Search / PPC planning and buying experience in a recognised UK media agency along with experience in managing a team.
- Have an in-depth understanding of opaque auction models, Quality Score components, and general PPC best practice coupled with a thorough understanding of bid management technologies
- Possess a good understanding of online marketing along with good technical understanding of internet technologies.
- Have strong management, communication, leadership, presentation, client-management and persuasion skills.
- Ideally, have a working knowledge of SEO coupled with experience in on-site optimisation systems and new business preparations.
Search Account Director
c. 45k
London DGM35-A5
Full Service Media Agency
Working for one of the UK’s fastest growing media agencies as Search Account Director you will drive the Search team’s innovative and cost effective response focussed plans. Leading a team of Managers and Executives you will be responsible for the management of billing income and profitability of accounts.
About the Job
You will:
- Work closely with the client teams to develop search strategies.
- Manage and maximise value of clients’ budgets in all media negotiations, by setting and monitoring negotiation/buying targets for team members.
- Handle strategic analysis including evaluation of key trends and client results data.
- Prioritise the workload of the team and be involved with training and development of Account Managers and Account Executives.
- Support directors of other agency disciplines and external specialists to deliver an integrated service to clients.
- Participate in developing and presenting new business pitches.
About the Person
You will:
- Have several years experience working for an agency in a Client facing SEM role.
- Possess proven experience in all elements of SEM from briefing through bid management and analytics to results presentation.
- Be able to handle big SEM budgets on behalf of clients.
- Be capable of managing others in the field of SEM.
- Have a deep understanding of Marketing, Direct response planning process, media tools and techniques and communication channels.
Search Strategist EMEA
c. 45K
London DGM21-A2
International Agency
This is an exciting opportunity, working with Automotive and FMCG clients, within an International Media agency. You will be part of a team that is responsible for collecting and defining best practice approaches for Paid Search and SEO both for DR as well as Brand Communication and the education of local teams in EMEA.
About the Job
You will:
- Take responsibility for the management of search activity for Brand Communication and DR clients.
- Work with clients, comms planners and Interaction teams to roll out best practise for paid search and SEO.
- Coordinate and manage central projects, analysis and reporting of search activity across all EMEA markets.
- Monitor project performance, collect local leanings and knowledge; and coordinate regular feedback sessions to grow search activity for specific clients.
- Be involved with European strategy development and rollout.
- Account manage – act as the primary contact for key clients
About the person
You will:
- Have substantial experience in search (paid and SEO), and the management of international clients in this medium
- Possess very good communication and presentation skills.
- Have experience in tracking, implementation and bid management tools.
- Posses experience in web analytics and analysis for SEO activity, coupled with experience in SEO audit tools.
- Preferably have experience in the Automotive and FMCG industries.
- Be willing to travel on average 2 days per week; primarily within Europe.
PPC - Search Manager
c. 45K - 50K
London DGM71-A15
Bespoke Media Agency
This is an exciting and lucrative opportunity, working as a PPC / Search Manager at a prominent, bespoke Full Service Media Agency.
About the Job
You will:
- Develop PPC / Search strategies for the client and play a pivotal role in the management client’s search marketing campaigns.
- Be responsible for the execution and optimisation of campaigns against the client’s PPC / Search marketing objectives.
- Manage a team of Search Planners Search Executives; ensuring that the team achieves client’s objectives.
- Assist in developing client and internal understanding of Search, make technology recommendations and help grow client investment in Search.
- Negotiate deals with media owners and handle any critical issues.
- Manage the reconciliation process.
About the Person
You will:
- Possess over 4 years experience of PPC/ Search within a recognised UK media agency; and come from an operational background.
- Possess strong presentation, leadership, management, numeric, analytical, literacy, communication, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
- Have a thorough understanding of PPC / Search marketing platforms and related technologies (Google, Yahoo & Microsoft), along with knowledge of 3rd party ad serving and campaign tracking technologies (Atlas, Double Click, etc).
- Have a dynamic personality with the ability to work independently and think creatively.
- Be a team player, who can to build and maintain strong working relationships with multiple levels of management and peers.
- Ideally have knowledge of automated bid management tools and a strong understanding of other areas of digital marketing such as SEO and Affiliates.
Search Director
c. 60K
London DGM29-A7
Full service Ad Agency
A dynamic fully integrated media agency requires a Search Director, to lead the paid search team and facilitate further growth over the coming years.
About the Job
You will:
- Help grow, retain and win new search business, and establish the agency as the market leader in paid search services.
- Take a lead role in providing strategic and technical search consultancy to key clients.
- Lead the Paid Search team and be involved in staff development and financial planning of the agency.
- Work with the SEO team to develop a best in class search integration framework.
- Liaise with our Search engine partners to take advantage of first in market opportunities and trials.
- Be able to articulate technical solutions to non-technical people and educate clients on the trends in the search industry.
About the Person
You will:
- Be currently working in a senior search position either within an agency or on the client-side.
- Be passionate about search and digital media and understand how search fits into a broader marketing communications strategy.
- Be able to manage multiple projects for a range of blue chip clients.
- Possess excellent communication skills and feel comfortable presenting to senior level clients.
- Have excellent organisational, numerical, influencing, financial, problem-solving, decision-making and management skills.

