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GroupM· HQ in United States

Senior Manager Paid Search (Mensch)

Location: Dusseldorf, Germany; Frankfurt, Germany; Munich, Germany · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Senior · Posted: September 23, 2026 · Verified: Oct 8, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role leads paid search strategy and execution, managing campaigns across major search engines. The Senior Manager optimizes bidding, keywords, and targeting to maximize ROI, while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with clients on performance goals.
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Legacy media buying and planning network within WPP.

Headquarters: United States

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