Media.monks
About the Role
We are looking for a strong, passionate, and energetic Paid Search leader to drive growth and strategic oversight across the paid search department with a focus on working on our largest accounts and serving as an SME on LLM optimization for organic and paid synergy. 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
Reporting to our SVP, Head of Search, this role will serve as a people leader inclusive of SEM channel specialists (Paid search, YouTube, Demand Gen, PMax, Shopping, and App) as well as Account Leads managing direct client partnerships, contract negotiations/renewals, client onboards, etc. Serve as a Search thought leader prepared to respond to the changing landscape Demonstrate recent experience in SEO/GEO or AEO/AIO Responsible for revenue driven from new business, client relationships, and client growth Serve as an escalation point across a set of top clients Present Paid Search and organic strategy, performance, and tactical priorities to the client and internal stakeholders Assist with client staffing and scoping Participate and lead new business pitches for Paid Search and/or SEO Partner with cross-channel leads on creating media plans, including forecasting, testing, tactical plans, and reporting Drives Paid Search strategy, innovation & testing on your book of business while improving performance, developing quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advancing accounts with the latest trends and opportunities Present QBRs, planning presentations, and testing plans regularly Lead client calls from a paid search perspective Forecasting, budgeting, and diminishing return analysis Manage others from Account Managers to Directors Accountable for team growth (training and mentorship) and retention Involved with hiring and onboarding new employees Manage a team with advanced SEM skills, multi-channel digital marketing strategy, and client management skills, including projections and analytics reporting Deliver feedback, performance reviews, support, and recognition in pursuit of achieving team goals Help lead career pathing and coaching Serve as a senior sponsor on accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy Responsible for training for the team, department, and agency Contribute to team morale and culture through engagement, team building, and mentorship Contribute to overall department training, POVs, award submissions, and case studies Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on alpha and beta opportunities, expansion opportunities, client strategy and planning, and best practices Operationalize processes and help gain adoption across team focus areas Support a hybrid working model and team culture About You
The essentials:
10+ years Paid Search experience Experience communicating with senior clients' points of contact from VPs to C-Suite Experience handling direct management of Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM+ in monthly ad spend Recent experience optimizing to LLMs across paid and organic search with both channels Experience directing strategy in D2C or Retail, B2B, and B2C digital advertising across different verticals is a major plus Experience in YouTube, Performance Max, Demand Gen, and Value-Based Bidding; understanding of Offline Conversion Data and CRM integrations with Google Ads is a plus Advanced slide presentation and Excel/Google Sheets skills Experience presenting paid search strategy to marketing executives, large teams, and senior audiences 5+ years of management experience with at least 3 direct reports at Associate Director level and above 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 work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. What We Offer
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 & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth Salary Range $160,000—$210,000 USD About Monks Monks is the global, digital brand of S4Capital plc. It offers a range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands interact with the world. Monks emphasizes AI-driven solutions and a diverse digital talent base to help clients stay ahead. Monks is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. Interested?
Apply for this job on our official website: monks.com/careers We are committed to protecting your personal information. As part of our recruitment process, we collect and process personal data to evaluate your application and communicate with you. Please review our Monks Candidate Privacy Notice to understand how your data will be used.
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We are looking for a strong, passionate, and energetic Paid Search leader to drive growth and strategic oversight across the paid search department with a focus on working on our largest accounts and serving as an SME on LLM optimization for organic and paid synergy. 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
Reporting to our SVP, Head of Search, this role will serve as a people leader inclusive of SEM channel specialists (Paid search, YouTube, Demand Gen, PMax, Shopping, and App) as well as Account Leads managing direct client partnerships, contract negotiations/renewals, client onboards, etc. Serve as a Search thought leader prepared to respond to the changing landscape Demonstrate recent experience in SEO/GEO or AEO/AIO Responsible for revenue driven from new business, client relationships, and client growth Serve as an escalation point across a set of top clients Present Paid Search and organic strategy, performance, and tactical priorities to the client and internal stakeholders Assist with client staffing and scoping Participate and lead new business pitches for Paid Search and/or SEO Partner with cross-channel leads on creating media plans, including forecasting, testing, tactical plans, and reporting Drives Paid Search strategy, innovation & testing on your book of business while improving performance, developing quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advancing accounts with the latest trends and opportunities Present QBRs, planning presentations, and testing plans regularly Lead client calls from a paid search perspective Forecasting, budgeting, and diminishing return analysis Manage others from Account Managers to Directors Accountable for team growth (training and mentorship) and retention Involved with hiring and onboarding new employees Manage a team with advanced SEM skills, multi-channel digital marketing strategy, and client management skills, including projections and analytics reporting Deliver feedback, performance reviews, support, and recognition in pursuit of achieving team goals Help lead career pathing and coaching Serve as a senior sponsor on accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy Responsible for training for the team, department, and agency Contribute to team morale and culture through engagement, team building, and mentorship Contribute to overall department training, POVs, award submissions, and case studies Collaborate with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on alpha and beta opportunities, expansion opportunities, client strategy and planning, and best practices Operationalize processes and help gain adoption across team focus areas Support a hybrid working model and team culture About You
The essentials:
10+ years Paid Search experience Experience communicating with senior clients' points of contact from VPs to C-Suite Experience handling direct management of Paid Search budgets of at least $1MM+ in monthly ad spend Recent experience optimizing to LLMs across paid and organic search with both channels Experience directing strategy in D2C or Retail, B2B, and B2C digital advertising across different verticals is a major plus Experience in YouTube, Performance Max, Demand Gen, and Value-Based Bidding; understanding of Offline Conversion Data and CRM integrations with Google Ads is a plus Advanced slide presentation and Excel/Google Sheets skills Experience presenting paid search strategy to marketing executives, large teams, and senior audiences 5+ years of management experience with at least 3 direct reports at Associate Director level and above 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 work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. What We Offer
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 & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth Salary Range $160,000—$210,000 USD About Monks Monks is the global, digital brand of S4Capital plc. It offers a range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands interact with the world. Monks emphasizes AI-driven solutions and a diverse digital talent base to help clients stay ahead. Monks is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission. Interested?
Apply for this job on our official website: monks.com/careers We are committed to protecting your personal information. As part of our recruitment process, we collect and process personal data to evaluate your application and communicate with you. Please review our Monks Candidate Privacy Notice to understand how your data will be used.
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