Paid Search Strategist

Job Title: Paid Search and Shopping Strategist
Location-Type: Remote (must work EST hours, 7-8am EST start)
Start Date Is: August 3
Duration: (contract, perm, etc) 2 month paternity backfill contract
Compensation Range: $40-48/hr
Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship .

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Paid Search & Shoppable Media Manager to provide paternity leave coverage.  This is a highly client-facing role requiring someone who can take ownership, proactively drive initiatives, ask the right strategic questions, and ensure seamless campaign execution. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Paid Search and Shoppable Media campaigns across multiple European markets for a global brand.
• Serve as a day-to-day strategic partner, driving projects forward and ensuring timely execution across internal and client teams.
• Oversee campaign performance, optimization, and reporting using Google Ads, Performance Max, Shopping campaigns, and SA360.
• Analyze campaign data using Google Analytics, Google Sheets, and Excel to identify trends and deliver actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with internal specialists while maintaining ownership of client communications and campaign strategy.
• Monitor campaign pacing, performance, and budget management for large-scale advertising programs.
• Present performance insights and recommendations to internal and client stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 6–7 years of hands-on Paid Search and Shoppable Media experience.
• Deep expertise with:
  • Google Ads
  • Performance Max (PMAX)
  • Google Shopping
  • Search Ads 360 (SA360)
  • Google Analytics
• Experience managing campaigns for Client or beauty brands.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.
• Comfortable remaining hands-on with campaign setup, optimization, and day-to-day management.
• Must be located in the Eastern Time Zone and available to begin work early (approximately 7:00–8:00 AM EST) to align with UK business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing global or international campaigns.
• Familiarity with Feedonomics or product feed management.
• Experience with Apple Search Ads.
• Experience running Google Demand Gen and Mobile App campaigns.
• Previous agency experience, ideally 2–4 years
• Experience managing large enterprise clients with six- or seven-figure media budgets.