We are natural innovators, always pushing forward to envision and create what doesn't yet exist. Being born digital, we represent a new breed of agency with deep expertise in technology and marketing. That's why we recruit curious, driven, and talented individuals who are continuously looking to innovate.

Our culture strikes a balance between being expansive enough to offer top-notch tools, global opportunities, and benefits, while remaining intimate enough to prioritize your personal growth, your team's development, and giving you the freedom to solve client challenges from anywhere in the world.

ABOUT YOU

As a Senior Associate in Paid Search at DEPT®, you will become an expert in executing and optimizing campaigns, mastering best practices, and expanding your skill set. You’ll leverage your expertise in campaign creation, daily monitoring, reporting, and bidding, all while continuously learning and taking ownership of client success. This role is designed to propel you to excel in SEM, audience strategy, and time management, ultimately shaping you into a paid search powerhouse.

PROFICIENCY EXPECTATIONS

Senior Associates should have a foundational understanding of paid search execution, analytics, and reporting, including:

Excel and Reporting Proficiency:

• Utilize basic and advanced Excel functions (e.g., concatenation, pivot tables) with minimal supervision.
• Apply sorting, filters, VLOOKUP, concatenate, pivot tables, text to columns, and conditional formatting efficiently.

Core Paid Search Proficiency:

• Campaign Creation: Develop strategies for campaign structure, keyword targeting, audience segmentation, and ad settings using tools like SpyFu, MOAT, and Keyword Planner.
• Daily Monitoring: Recognize performance trends and make necessary adjustments. Use tools like Qontrol for automated monitoring and alert setup.
• Report Writing: Analyze performance, explain fluctuations, and draft client-facing reports for Account Managers.
• Bid Adjustments: Understand and apply various bidding strategies, from smart bidding to manual adjustments.
• Pixel Management: Create and manage pixels, tracking, remarketing, and list creation. Delegate tasks where appropriate.

You’ll also attend search-specific training to continuously expand your knowledge and skills and ensure error-free work, mentoring junior team members as needed.

GROWTH EXPECTATIONS

As you grow in this role, you will:

• Monitor and respond to daily account performance effectively.
• Develop and execute comprehensive campaign strategies, including keyword selection, audience targeting, and ad settings to achieve client goals.
• Gain a deep understanding of audience strategies such as remarketing and persona development.
• Consistently meet project deadlines and manage your workload independently, prioritizing tasks based on impact and urgency.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in paid search (Google Ads essential, Bing Ads & SA360 a plus), with comfort in budgeting, bidding, and testing methodologies.
• A strong desire to quickly learn and master paid search strategy.
• Proficient in analytical and reporting skills with advanced Excel knowledge, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
• Highly independent, curious, and eager to expand your skills and responsibilities.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We offer a collaborative environment where the best ideas win, fostering both personal and company growth. Our benefits include:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan with matching
• PTO and Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary range for this role is $55,000-$80,000, depending on experience, expertise, and impact. Flexibility is part of our culture.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and identities and are dedicated to a barrier-free recruitment process. Let us know how we can support you with accommodations or adjustments throughout your journey with us.

As a B Corp-certified company, we're passionate about purpose-driven work and welcome your ideas on how we can make the world a better place.

DEPT® is a leading technology and marketing services company, offering end-to-end digital experiences for brands like Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, and eBay. Our team of over 2,500 digital specialists across 30+ locations delivers pioneering work on a global scale while maintaining a boutique culture.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain talent from all backgrounds and perspectives.

If you're unsure whether you meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Research shows that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement, but we want everyone to have a fair chance.

Feel free to discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.