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Orca Pacific: A Monks Company Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers). About the Role
We are looking for a strong, passionate, and energetic Paid Search professional to drive growth and strategic oversight across the paid search department with a focus on our largest accounts. This individual should be a people-focused leader who enjoys hands-on, cross-functional collaboration and wants to join a fast-growing, innovative digital agency that is hyper-focused on client performance and ROI. Responsibilities
Serve as Paid Search Lead on one or more of the larger search accounts in the agency, delivering strategy and hands-on optimizations with other Paid Search and channel team members. Own Paid Search strategy for multiple accounts. Present Paid Search strategy, performance, and tactical priorities to client stakeholders using clear storytelling to simplify complex search strategies into actionable campaign recommendations. Partner with cross-channel leads to create holistic media plans, including forecasting/budgets, testing, tactical plans, and reporting. Define roles and responsibilities for client Paid Search teams and delegate work to supporting team members. Own pacing across your book of business and ensure campaigns spend to the desired target; drive strategy, innovation, and testing to improve performance and develop roadmaps. Manage or mentor others, from Account Managers to Associate Directors, in advanced SEM skills, multi-channel strategy, and client management. Serve as a senior sponsor on the team’s accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy. Attend in-person team meetings, events, and client presentations as needed (est. 1–2 times per quarter). Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendors on strategy, planning, goals, testing, expansion opportunities, and account health. Contribute to department trainings, POVs, award submissions, case studies, and new business pitches; conduct audits across the Google ecosystem. Participate in audits and client communications with a focus on revenue growth and client satisfaction. Client & Revenue Oversight
Generate and oversee strong revenue growth from client renewals. Participate in onboardings, renewal calls, and other important client communications with top Google advertising accounts. Develop a detailed understanding of clients’ products, industry, marketing goals, and objectives. Analyze performance data and KPIs. About You
7+ years of Paid Search experience Passion and willingness to embrace Automation and AI; comfortable with script adoption and using AI to assist with reporting, insights, and visuals for presentations You have a strong point of view on the future of search and the role of AI/automation across SEM/Shopping Experience managing Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM in monthly ad spend Experience directing strategy for B2B Lead Generation clients Experience in YouTube, App Campaigns, Performance Max, Demand Gen, in addition to traditional paid search and shopping Advanced slide presentation skills; proficient in Excel and Google Sheets Strong, persuasive communication for discussing paid search performance with clients and teams Ability to work collaboratively across large teams Experience presenting paid search strategy to marketing executives, large teams, and senior audiences (VP+) 3+ years of management experience with at least two direct reports Experience with bid management platforms (e.g., SA360, Skai, Marin) is preferred 4-year college degree or equivalent work experience Note: We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. Benefits
Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid HRA Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays 401k with company contribution Paid parental leave Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network Globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups Salary Range: $118,000—$139,000 USD About Monks
Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. Monks delivers a broad range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands interact with the world. It leverages AI-driven workflows to support content production, experiences, technology, and data science, managed by diverse digital talent. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave: Global Marketing Services and has been recognized by Adweek, Cannes Lions, AdExchanger, Webby Awards, and others for its work and growth. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment.
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Director, Paid Search
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Orca Pacific: A Monks Company Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers). About the Role
We are looking for a strong, passionate, and energetic Paid Search professional to drive growth and strategic oversight across the paid search department with a focus on our largest accounts. This individual should be a people-focused leader who enjoys hands-on, cross-functional collaboration and wants to join a fast-growing, innovative digital agency that is hyper-focused on client performance and ROI. Responsibilities
Serve as Paid Search Lead on one or more of the larger search accounts in the agency, delivering strategy and hands-on optimizations with other Paid Search and channel team members. Own Paid Search strategy for multiple accounts. Present Paid Search strategy, performance, and tactical priorities to client stakeholders using clear storytelling to simplify complex search strategies into actionable campaign recommendations. Partner with cross-channel leads to create holistic media plans, including forecasting/budgets, testing, tactical plans, and reporting. Define roles and responsibilities for client Paid Search teams and delegate work to supporting team members. Own pacing across your book of business and ensure campaigns spend to the desired target; drive strategy, innovation, and testing to improve performance and develop roadmaps. Manage or mentor others, from Account Managers to Associate Directors, in advanced SEM skills, multi-channel strategy, and client management. Serve as a senior sponsor on the team’s accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy. Attend in-person team meetings, events, and client presentations as needed (est. 1–2 times per quarter). Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendors on strategy, planning, goals, testing, expansion opportunities, and account health. Contribute to department trainings, POVs, award submissions, case studies, and new business pitches; conduct audits across the Google ecosystem. Participate in audits and client communications with a focus on revenue growth and client satisfaction. Client & Revenue Oversight
Generate and oversee strong revenue growth from client renewals. Participate in onboardings, renewal calls, and other important client communications with top Google advertising accounts. Develop a detailed understanding of clients’ products, industry, marketing goals, and objectives. Analyze performance data and KPIs. About You
7+ years of Paid Search experience Passion and willingness to embrace Automation and AI; comfortable with script adoption and using AI to assist with reporting, insights, and visuals for presentations You have a strong point of view on the future of search and the role of AI/automation across SEM/Shopping Experience managing Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM in monthly ad spend Experience directing strategy for B2B Lead Generation clients Experience in YouTube, App Campaigns, Performance Max, Demand Gen, in addition to traditional paid search and shopping Advanced slide presentation skills; proficient in Excel and Google Sheets Strong, persuasive communication for discussing paid search performance with clients and teams Ability to work collaboratively across large teams Experience presenting paid search strategy to marketing executives, large teams, and senior audiences (VP+) 3+ years of management experience with at least two direct reports Experience with bid management platforms (e.g., SA360, Skai, Marin) is preferred 4-year college degree or equivalent work experience Note: We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. Benefits
Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid HRA Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays 401k with company contribution Paid parental leave Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network Globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups Salary Range: $118,000—$139,000 USD About Monks
Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. Monks delivers a broad range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands interact with the world. It leverages AI-driven workflows to support content production, experiences, technology, and data science, managed by diverse digital talent. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave: Global Marketing Services and has been recognized by Adweek, Cannes Lions, AdExchanger, Webby Awards, and others for its work and growth. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment.
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