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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 role requires a passion for search-driven performance marketing and familiarity with other digital acquisition channels. The ideal candidate is a people-focused leader who enjoys hands-on, cross-functional collaboration and wants to join a fast-growing, innovative digital agency focused on client performance and ROI. Responsibilities
Serve as Paid Search Lead on one or more large search accounts, 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 Use storytelling to simplify complex search strategies and present them as clear, impactful campaign recommendations Partner with cross-channel leads on creating a holistic media plan, including forecasting/budgets, testing, tactical plans, and reporting Provide insights to inform performance changes and direct optimizations Define roles and responsibilities for client Paid Search teams and delegate work to supporting team members Manage pacing across your book of business to ensure campaigns spend to the desired targets Drive Paid Search strategy, innovation, and testing; develop quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advanced accounts aligned with latest trends and opportunities Opportunity to manage others from Account Managers to Associate Directors Oversee the development of advanced SEM skills, multi-channel strategy, and client management through projections and analytics reporting Deliver feedback, performance reviews, support, and recognition to achieve team goals Serve as a senior sponsor on your team’s accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy Attend in-person team meetings, events, and client presentations as needed (approximately 1–2 times per quarter) Maintain strong communication and professional presence Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on client strategy, goals, testing, expansion opportunities, and account health Contribute to department trainings, POVs, award submissions, and case studies Participate in new business pitches and conduct audits across the Google ecosystem Client & Revenue Oversight
Generate and oversee strong revenue growth from client renewals Participate in onboarding, renewal calls, and other important client communications with top Google advertising accounts Develop a deep 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 You are comfortable with script adoption and using AI to assist with reporting, insights, and visuals for presentations You are open to testing different workflows utilizing AI to optimize output and stay organized across projects Strong POV on the future of search and the role of AI/automation in SEM/Shopping Experience managing Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM in monthly spend Experience directing strategy for B2B Lead Generation clients Bonus for experience managing multiple lines of business Experience in YouTube, App Campaigns, Performance Max, Demand Gen, in addition to traditional paid search and shopping Advanced slide presentation skills Intermediate to advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills Strong, persuasive communication when 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 At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively design hiring processes to promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. 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 with entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups Salary Range: $118,000—$139,000 USD About Monks: Monks is the global, digital operating brand of S4Capital plc, delivering marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities. Monks focuses on client performance and ROI across a range of marketing disciplines, powered by AI.
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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 role requires a passion for search-driven performance marketing and familiarity with other digital acquisition channels. The ideal candidate is a people-focused leader who enjoys hands-on, cross-functional collaboration and wants to join a fast-growing, innovative digital agency focused on client performance and ROI. Responsibilities
Serve as Paid Search Lead on one or more large search accounts, 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 Use storytelling to simplify complex search strategies and present them as clear, impactful campaign recommendations Partner with cross-channel leads on creating a holistic media plan, including forecasting/budgets, testing, tactical plans, and reporting Provide insights to inform performance changes and direct optimizations Define roles and responsibilities for client Paid Search teams and delegate work to supporting team members Manage pacing across your book of business to ensure campaigns spend to the desired targets Drive Paid Search strategy, innovation, and testing; develop quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advanced accounts aligned with latest trends and opportunities Opportunity to manage others from Account Managers to Associate Directors Oversee the development of advanced SEM skills, multi-channel strategy, and client management through projections and analytics reporting Deliver feedback, performance reviews, support, and recognition to achieve team goals Serve as a senior sponsor on your team’s accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy Attend in-person team meetings, events, and client presentations as needed (approximately 1–2 times per quarter) Maintain strong communication and professional presence Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on client strategy, goals, testing, expansion opportunities, and account health Contribute to department trainings, POVs, award submissions, and case studies Participate in new business pitches and conduct audits across the Google ecosystem Client & Revenue Oversight
Generate and oversee strong revenue growth from client renewals Participate in onboarding, renewal calls, and other important client communications with top Google advertising accounts Develop a deep 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 You are comfortable with script adoption and using AI to assist with reporting, insights, and visuals for presentations You are open to testing different workflows utilizing AI to optimize output and stay organized across projects Strong POV on the future of search and the role of AI/automation in SEM/Shopping Experience managing Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM in monthly spend Experience directing strategy for B2B Lead Generation clients Bonus for experience managing multiple lines of business Experience in YouTube, App Campaigns, Performance Max, Demand Gen, in addition to traditional paid search and shopping Advanced slide presentation skills Intermediate to advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills Strong, persuasive communication when 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 At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively design hiring processes to promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. 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 with entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups Salary Range: $118,000—$139,000 USD About Monks: Monks is the global, digital operating brand of S4Capital plc, delivering marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities. Monks focuses on client performance and ROI across a range of marketing disciplines, powered by AI.
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