Paid Search Director

Baltimore, MD (Hybrid)

$90K/yr – $150K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive paid search strategy and client delivery for large accounts, owning planning and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Must-have: 8+ years in digital marketing with a deep focus on Paid Search
  • Standout: Leadership of cross-functional teams and proactive client advisory across Creative, Analytics, and Account Management

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the strategic advisor for key clients, aligning paid search initiatives with business objectives.
  • Architect delivery and testing strategies, forecasting, and campaign planning for top-tier accounts.
  • Represent paid search in integrated media planning, collaborating with Account, Analytics, and Creative teams.
  • Proactively provide insights and recommendations to clients during QBRs and annual planning sessions.
  • Act as the primary client contact for all search-related strategy and performance.
  • Manage scope, project plans, launch timelines, and delivery expectations to ensure top-tier service.
  • Present data-driven insights, performance trends, and growth opportunities during quarterly/annual business reviews.
  • Manage client expectations through clear communication, timely updates, and high-quality deliverables.
  • Oversee campaign implementation, optimization, and performance management across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, SA360, and emerging platforms.
  • Guide keyword expansion, ad copy development, audience targeting, and bidding strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor\'s degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years in digital marketing with a deep focus on Paid Search.
  • Proven success managing large-scale search campaigns
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
  • Expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Search Ads 360 (SA360), and Google Analytics.
  • Proficient in Google Suite (Sheets, Slides, Docs).
  • Familiarity with other analytics platforms (Omniture, Webtrends) and SEM tools (Google Ads Editor, Bing Ads Editor).
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence across all levels.

Benefits

  • Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs
  • 💰Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme and 401k retirement plan.
  • 🏥 Healthcare plans: Have peace of mind with our healthcare, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and life cover.
  • 💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.
  • 📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
  • 👪 Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers.
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Founded in 2005
London, England, GBR
2.4K employees (855 in marketing)
59% recommend to a friend
53% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
95.3K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$22.3K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
50%
Direct
37.6%
Referral
8.6%
Social
2.6%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~2.4K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
676 (29% of company)
Median Career Experience
11 years
Median Tenure
2.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$5M
Last Raise
$5M
Series A, 19 years ago

Funding History

  • Oct 2006
    Series A • $5M

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