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H/L is currently searching for an Senior Paid Search Specialist. H/L is looking for a Senior Paid Search Specialist. This is a hands-on position that requires deep knowledge of paid search best practices. This person will not just be functional on the day-to-day of the search platforms—they will know how to strategically leverage them on behalf of a client in the insurance space. This person will be responsible for campaign setup and optimization across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, utilizing paid search tools such as platform editors and Search Ads 360 to upload and amend campaigns. They will also mentor and train a team of search media specialists and coordinators, with support from the manager and director. This is a hybrid role, with both office-based work at the H/L Oakland, CA office and remote work. While preference may be given to candidates in the Oakland area, we are also open to remote candidates located in the U.S.
Job Responsibility
Manage the setup and optimization of SEM campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
Monitor reporting and deep dive into campaign analytics to find opportunities to maximize revenue and return on investment
Monitor search category trends and provide insights that guide our landing page strategy
Utilize test-driven marketing strategies to continuously improve marketing messaging, positioning, and budget optimization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and test new strategies
Engage with top industry partners (Google, Microsoft, etc.) and the latest ad products
Forecast revenue and pace for weekly, monthly, and quarterly goals by product and campaign
Act as the main point of contact for the client, internal departments, and third-party providers
Help implement and understand the bidding strategies and goals for client campaigns
Attend weekly meetings, ready to give updates on KPIs, performance, launches, traffic changes, and other details on assigned clients
Help manage team tasks in Asana, based on notes from team meetings and conversations with the search specialist, manager, or director
Develop and deliver presentations, points of view, business cases, and performance reports
Present search campaign results to internal and external client teams, explaining performance and providing recommendations for improvement
Provide proactive mentorship of Search Specialists supporting accounts
Actively monitor and share industry news, online marketing trends, industry tools, and internal cross-team key learnings
Meet with the Search Manager on at least a quarterly basis to set goals and take on projects for personal growth and wider departmental development
Requirements
4+ years of experience managing and executing paid search media campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
Strong knowledge across all search platforms and have planned and placed paid search media buys in excess of $1 million annually
Strong understanding of best practices across Google and Microsoft Ads
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with remote team members
Flexibility and proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with concurrent and competing deadlines
Bachelor’s degree
Passion for and understanding of how different media channels work together in a campaign
Meticulous, conscientious, and work with a sense of urgency
Good understanding of all digital media disciplines
Thrives in a client-centric environment
Superior organizational skills and attention to details
Ability to mentor and train search specialists in paid search best practices