PPC Account Director NEW

City, Manchester
Kairos Recruitment

Paid Search Account Director (PPC)

We’re partnering with one of the world’s leading media agencies, currently expanding following multiple high-profile client wins. They are now recruiting a Paid Search Account Director (PPC) to join their Manchester City Centre team.

This is a standout opportunity to work with globally recognised, industry-leading brands, delivering award-winning, world-class campaigns. The agency is renowned for its exceptional culture, strong investment in people, and one of the most compelling progression pathways in the market.

The Role:

As a Paid Search Account Director, you will lead the strategic planning, activation, and optimisation of paid search activity across a portfolio of key accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning paid search strategy and performance across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and ideally Search Ads 360
• Acting as the senior activation lead, ensuring campaigns are delivered to brief, on time, and within budget
• Providing clients with actionable insights, demonstrating a deep understanding of the paid search landscape and its commercial impact
• Leading, mentoring, and developing junior team members, managing workloads and delivery standards
• Supporting the Director and Partner with recruitment, interviewing, and team growth

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive experience in paid search campaign setup, management, optimisation, and reporting
• Strong understanding of both the strategic and tactical applications of paid search within a wider digital marketing ecosystem
• Proven experience in stakeholder management, project delivery, and people leadership
• Ability to lead hybrid teams across multiple markets
• A leadership style that creates an open, trust-led environment balancing people and client experience

What’s on Offer

• 40,000 – 45,000 salary + excellent benefits
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
• A stunning, world-class Manchester City Centre office
• Clear progression and exposure to some of the world’s most exciting global brands

This role is ideal for a Senior PPC / Paid Search Manager ready to step up, or an existing Paid Search Account Director looking to elevate their experience within a truly global agency.

If this sounds like your next career move, please contact Stuart Nicholson at KRG for further details.