Seeking a detail-oriented Senior Manager of Paid Search to oversee campaign execution, optimize performance, manage a team, and present insights to clients.
Paid Search Senior Manager
Location/Office Setup: NY, NY — Hybrid (3 days in-office)
Who We Are:
At Digital Matter, we’re a smart, fast, and nimble next-gen consulting firm built for today’s challenges. Our team is made up of media, retail, and technology experts who’ve built and executed, not just advised - people who’ve run companies, navigated real transformations, and know what it takes to deliver results. We’re all about helping consumer brands unlock growth and navigate transformation, using media as a true business asset—powered by data and future-ready tech.
Our mission is simple: treat media as an asset class and use innovative technology to accelerate meaningful growth and transformation for our clients.
We’ve helped multiple organizations go public, and we’ve guided clients through everything from bankruptcy turnarounds to successful exits.
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive Senior Manager of Paid Search to oversee campaign execution and performance across key client accounts. The Senior Manager will serve as the primary executional lead, ensuring paid search campaigns are delivered on time, on budget, and against performance goals. In this role, you’ll manage and mentor junior team members, partner with clients to present insights and recommendations, and contribute to the ongoing innovation and growth of paid search programs.
What You’ll Do:
Campaign Management & Optimization
· Oversee the day-to-day management of paid search campaigns across assigned clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and performance delivery.
· Monitor pacing, budgets, and KPIs, implementing optimizations to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Data Analysis & Insights
· Analyze campaign performance data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
· Prepare and present actionable insights and optimization recommendations to clients and internal teams.
Testing & Innovation
· Contribute to test-and-learn roadmaps, including ad copy tests, keyword expansions, and feature adoption.
· Stay current on search platform updates and provide recommendations on new tools, features, or betas that could improve client performance.
Team Leadership & Mentorship
· Supervise and mentor Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates, ensuring flawless campaign execution and professional development.
· Provide training, feedback, and guidance on best practices, campaign workflows, and problem-solving.
Client Partnership & Communication
· Serve as the day-to-day contact for client teams, delivering performance updates and campaign recommendations with confidence.
· Build strong relationships with client stakeholders by demonstrating accountability, expertise, and responsiveness.
Cross-Channel Collaboration
· Work with Associate Directors and other channel teams (Paid Social, Programmatic, SEO) to ensure search programs are integrated into broader media strategies.
· Share learnings and best practices with peers and junior team members.
What You’ll Bring:
· Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience managing paid search campaigns (Google Ads, Shopping, Performance Max, SA360, or equivalent).
· At least 1 year of experience mentoring or directly managing junior team members.
· Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, performance reporting).
· Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Strong communication skills with experience presenting to clients and internal stakeholders.
What We Offer:
· Competitive salary
· Full coverage health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision
· 401K with company contribution
· 17+ vacation days in addition to company holidays and sick days
· Pre-taxed commuter benefits
· 16 weeks of paid parental leave
· And more...
What We Value
One Team.
We’re all in. When we win, we win together. When we miss, we learn together. Collaboration isn’t optional; it’s how we operate. Everyone plays a part, everyone has a stake, and every result belongs to all of us.
Maximum Transparency.
We are transparent, both internally and externally. The value we deliver comes from leveraging those truths to drive actionable solutions that move the business forward.
Ownership Culture.
We believe in moving with purpose. We don’t wait for perfect conditions - we identify opportunities, make informed decisions, and execute with speed and accountability. Success is measured by what we accomplish, not just what we plan.
Digital Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. All hiring decisions at Digital Matter are based on strategic business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. All candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status
** Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. **
Top Skills
Excel
Google Ads
Performance Max
Sa360
Shopping
Digital Matter New York, New York, USA Office
300 Park Avenue, New York, New York, United States, 10022
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