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Mindshare Germany· HQ in Germany

Associate Director, Search-Paid

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 8, 2026 · Verified: Oct 18, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role serves as the strategic lead for paid search across a portfolio of high-profile clients, owning the direction and effectiveness of search activation and integrating it into broader media strategies. The Associate Director manages and develops a team, drives operational excellence, and champions innovation by testing new Google/Microsoft products and AI capabilities. Requires deep platform expertise with Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and SA360, and significant experience leading complex search clients.
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Mindshare Germany

mindshareworld.com

German media agency for planning, buying and analytics.

Headquarters: Germany

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