Senior Paid Search Specialist

Oakland, CA (Hybrid)

$80K/yr – $90K/yrSenior Level4+ years expSalaried Ft

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the paid search program end-to-end, turning data into revenue and guiding multi-channel collaboration while developing the next generation of specialists.

  • Lead SEM setup, optimization, and bidding strategy alignment across Google and Microsoft Ads.
  • Forecast revenue pace, monitor KPIs, and translate insights into actionable improvements for campaigns and landing pages.
  • Mentor and coordinate a cross-functional paid search team, partnering with clients, internal stakeholders, and industry partners.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • 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; guided by the Paid Search Manager, you will spearhead collaboration, facilitate discussions, planning, and project management
  • 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
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We are H/L. Headquartered in Oakland, California, with a footprint that stretches coast to coast. Despite having seven different regional offices, the ideals of a scrappy startup still resonate in our culture.We’re easygoing, egalitarian, socially responsible, and grounded in our communities. More than an agency, we’re a place where experts combine data science with design chops. A place where makers make, and doers do. With more than 100 advertising awards since 1985, our client list includes some of the most well-respected and recognized brands in the world. Check out our website to learn more.

Founded in 1985
Oakland, California, USA
264 employees (101 in marketing)
80% recommend to a friend
100% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
7.1K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$12.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
30.7%
Direct
45.3%
Referral
7.3%
Social
14.9%
Paid
1.6%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~264

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
77 (29% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2