We are looking for an analytically minded Manager, Paid Search for Axial1 to own campaign execution and account management across Paid SEM, YouTube and other Google and Microsoft Ads products. You will have the opportunity to support Axial1’s multichannel strategy, develop new areas of expertise, and join an innovative, rapidly growing business focused on holistic performance marketing and advanced analytics solutions across the marketing funnel.

Location: Chicago, IL

Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr – $95,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

Lead Paid Search strategy and execution across Google and Microsoft ad platforms

Own bid strategy and management

Own client-facing interactions and communications; serve as an educational resource for clients as a subject‑matter expert

Strategize multi‑channel digital media buying and planning from briefing to campaign creation

Oversee day‑to‑day campaign budget pacing and performance across the media portfolio, including bidding, copy and performance optimization recommendations

Lead campaign creation and management, including forecasting, KPI setting, creative briefing, trafficking, and managing delivery timelines

Present weekly reporting, contribute to reporting insights and tactical recommendations

Conduct ad‑hoc data analysis to drive optimization and testing recommendations

Maintain test planning processes and campaign change tracking

Support training efforts of Specialists and Sr. Specialists

Work with analytics team to deliver holistic insights and campaign learnings

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment; very strong organizational and communication skills are a must

Reporting to the Senior Manager, SEM and SVP, Performance Media and Growth Marketing

Qualifications

3-5 years of experience working in Paid Search marketing

Experience executing campaigns in Paid Search ad platforms with focus on Google Ads products (Search, Performance Max, YouTube, Discovery, GDN)

Strong analysis skill set, very comfortable with Excel / Pivot tables

Keen problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities

Professional communication, both written and verbal

Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize responsibilities

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Curious, passionate about learning and data‑driven decision making

Must love and be curious about data analytics

Self‑motivated, but can also work well in a team

Enthusiasm for the future of brand and performance advertising

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Company Description

Axial1 is a full‑service performance marketing firm that utilizes advanced analytics, powered by AI/ML, to activate all performance drivers and channels. From search and social to commerce and display, our proprietary data‑driven analytics enable clients to move from data to insight to performance more effectively and efficiently along the entire path to purchase.

Axial1 believes in a diverse environment that encourages original thinking about our business. We embrace differences of opinion and diversity of thought as they help us challenge and refine our solutions. As a best‑in‑class performance marketing agency, we welcome big ideas and believe they can come from anywhere.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Strategy/Planning and Advertising

Industries: Advertising Services and Marketing Services

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