• Reporting to our SVP, Head of Search, this role will serve as a people leader, inclusive of SEM channel specialists (Paid search, YouTube, Demand Gen, PMax, Shopping, and App) as well as Account Leads managing direct client partnerships, contract negotiations/renewals, client onboards, etc. • This role will serve as a Search thought leader prepared to respond to the changing landscape • Responsible for revenue driven from new business, client relationships, and client growth • Will present Paid Search and organic strategy, performance, and tactical priorities to the client and internal stakeholders however the main priority is to help lead a paid search team • Partners with cross-channel leads on creating media plans, including forecasting, testing, tactical plans, and reporting • Drives Search strategy, innovation & testing on your book of business while improving performance, developing quarterly or annual roadmaps to keep advancing accounts with the latest trends and opportunities • Manages others from Account Managers to Directors • Contribute to team morale and culture through engagement, team building, and mentorship • Contribute to overall department training, POVs, award submissions, and case studies • Works closely with Google, Bing, and other vendor partners on alpha and beta opportunities, expansion opportunities, client strategy and planning, and best practices • Responsible for operationalizing processes and helping gain adoption across team focus areas • Assist in creating a team culture across a hybrid working model