Monks · 1 day ago
Director, SEM
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$118K/yr - $139K/yr
7+ years expMonks is a global digital agency focused on innovative marketing and technology services. They are seeking a passionate Paid Search professional to lead growth and strategy for their largest accounts, emphasizing hands-on collaboration and client performance.
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Hiring Manager
Olga Gamer, PHR
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
Will be responsible for owning 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, inclusive of forecasting/budgets, testing, tactical plans, and reporting
Understanding insights to inform performance changes and direct optimizations
Responsible for defining roles & responsibilities for client Paid Search teams, and responsible for delegating work to supporting team members
Own pacing across your book of business and ensure all campaigns are spending to the desired target
Drive Paid Search strategy, innovation & testing on your book of business while improving performance, developing quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advanced accounts with the latest trends and opportunities
Opportunity to manage others, from Account Managers to Associate Directors
Manage your team in advanced SEM skills, multi-channel digital marketing strategy, and client management skills, including projections, analytics reporting, etc
Deliver feedback, performance reviews, support, and recognition in pursuit of achieving team goals
Serve as a senior sponsor on your team’s accounts, developing senior client relationships and guiding holistic digital strategy
Willingness to join in-person team meetings, events, and client presentations as business needs arise, est. 1-2 times per quarter
Strong communication and professional presence required
Work closely with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on client strategy and planning, goals, testing, expansion opportunities, and account health
Contribute to overall department trainings, POVs, award submissions, and case studies
Participate in new business pitches and conduct audits across the Google ecosystem
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
Qualification
Required
7+ years of Paid Search experience
Passion and willingness to embrace Automation and AI
Possess a strong POV on the future of search and the role of AI/automation across SEM/Shopping
Experience handling direct management of 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
Intermediate to advanced Excel and Google Sheet skills
Strong and persuasive communication when discussing paid search performance with clients and your team
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
4-year college degree or equivalent work experience
Preferred
Experience with a bid management platform is preferred such as SA360, Skai, Marin, etc
Benefits
Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance - more about our coverage here!
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 such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more!
Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.
Company
Monks
Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kashif Zafar
SVP, Global eCommerce | CEO of Commerce.Monks
Brady Brim-DeForest
Co-Founder
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