Job Description
Paid Search Manager
Location: Chicago, IL – Hybrid (3 days in office/ 2 days work from home)
Company: Scale Marketing
Drive PPC strategy. Deliver measurable growth. Lead with impact.
Scale Marketing is looking for a Paid Search Manager to take ownership of planning, building, executing, and optimizing paid search campaigns across a diverse portfolio of clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you’ll collaborate with leadership, analytics, and creative teams to deliver ROI-driven results. You’ll have the opportunity to influence strategy across multiple media channels, lead a growing team, and work with some of the most respected brands in their industries.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the paid search thought leader for top-tier clients.
- Develop and execute PPC strategies that surpass KPIs and drive ROI/ROAS.
- Manage campaigns end-to-end—planning, bidding, optimization, and reporting.
- Analyze performance daily and deliver actionable insights to clients and teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on media mix modeling and campaign integration.
- Build strong client relationships and uncover new growth opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of paid search experience (agency or client-side).
- Google & Bing expertise/certifications required; Amazon Ads a plus.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, BI tools, and statistical modeling.
- Experience with tags/pixels and Google Tag Manager.
- Skilled communicator with polished client presentation abilities.
- Proactive problem solver with a startup mindset.
- Knowledge of DSPs and social buying platforms a plus.
Why You’ll Love Scale Marketing
We believe in transparency, data-driven strategy, and treating our clients’ businesses like our own. You’ll join a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and getting the job done—while having fun along the way.
Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with generous employer contribution.
- Ongoing education and professional training.
- Hybrid work model with collaborative office culture.
- Company-sponsored events and team-building experiences.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60654
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Work from home,