PPC Account Director

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