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Senior Paid Search Specialist

Laughlin Constable
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

The Role In a Nutshell

The Paid Search Senior Specialist will manage and optimize Search, Demand Gen & PMax campaigns across major search platforms and multiple accounts. Responsibilities will range from initial keyword research to campaign development & execution to optimization & performance analysis. You will have the opportunity to develop paid media & measurement strategies alongside senior team members, as well as train and mentor junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

  • Own day-to-day management of Search, Demand Gen and PMax campaigns across multiple Client accounts, including development, execution & optimization of campaigns.
  • Monitor and analyze campaign performance metrics, including CTR, conversion rates, and ROAS, making data-driven adjustments to optimize results.
  • Continuously refine and test ad copy and bidding strategies to maximize campaign performance.
  • Coordinate with Director and broader media team to garner a deep understanding of clients’ goals and deliverables.
  • Optimize key elements to ensure cost-effective bidding strategies, including daily management of campaign budgets, negative keyword strategies, ad creative, and audience targeting – maintaining the highest standards of performance.
  • Keep Director and Media Planners apprised of performance and status of projects.
  • Conduct comprehensive keyword research.
  • Assist with pulling data and preparing reports for clients, including key metrics and performance against planned estimates.
  • Attend client status and reporting meetings, actively listening, documenting appropriate action items and partaking in the conversation.
  • Work with Data & Insights team to ensure proper tracking is implemented for campaign measurement and optimization, including creation of floodlight tags, as well as proper set-up of A / B tests.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, Google Ads updates, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

  • 4 years of experience in marketing, advertising, or PPC account management, with a focus on search and display network campaigns
  • Deep knowledge of paid search and Google Ads, including how to set up a variety of campaigns with differing objectives.
  • Bachelors degree required.
  • Google Ads Certificate (Preferred).
  • Proven track record of consistently exceeding performance goals in previous roles.
  • Experience with bid management tools and SA360 (Preferred).
  • Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled at managing multiple client accounts simultaneously, ensuring seamless coordination, timely execution of deliverables, and maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail.
  • Experience with local campaigns a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills.
  • This position could be located in Chicago or Milwaukee.
  • Laughlin Constable is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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