Search Planner

Search Planner About Us: M+C Saatchi Performance is a global digital media agency, connecting brands to people. We deliver business growth for our clients through effective, measurable, and evolving digital media strategies. To apply for this role, you must submit both a cover letter and a resume. In your cover letter, please highlight any experience that demonstrates why you are suitable for the position. What can you look forward to: Being a part of the world’s largest independent advertising holding group: - Family Health Insurance Coverage. - Flexible Working Hours. - Regular events including Reece Lunch & indoor games. - Employee Training/Learning Programs What we are looking for" We are looking for curious individuals who are keen to develop their knowledge across Search advertising, who thrive in a fast-paced environment and can be both analytical and creative. Role: Search Planner Location: Bangalore Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days work from office and 3 days work from home) Shift: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Responsibilities: * Grow paid search activity for all APAC clients * Conduct SEM audits on new clients and develop paid search proposals and plans * Implementation of SEM strategy across APAC clients * Ensure SEM best practices are in place * Campaign monitoring and optimization is done on a regular cadence and ensure that campaigns are working towards defined KPIs set by client * Deliver weekly reports and post campaign reports that include insightful learnings and actionable next steps * Engage with clients on a regular cadence on search performance, areas of improvements and recommendations * Test various automation tools and scripts to improve SEM performance or team efficiencies * Support associate director with new business development efforts for clients looking for search strategy and expertise * Provide direction to junior staff, managing their workload and providing support where needed * Managing and developing direct reports. Requirements: * 3+ years experience in Paid Search Marketing within an agency * Proficient Knowledge of: * Google SEM * Google SA360 * Google Ads Editor * Apple Search Ads (bonus) * Google Shopping (bonus) * Adwords script (bonus) * Knowledge of reporting tools; Hands on experience with MS Office a must, Experience with data visualization platforms such as Datorama a plus * Highly numerate and an ability to analyze results and derive insights from data * Good communication (both written and verbal) and people skills * A desire to work in fast-paced, quickly changing, technology-focused industry * Proven track record delivering on clients’ KPIs * Self- starter, committed to achieving results * Ability to problem solve and proactively seek solutions that improve team efficiency * Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment About M+C Saatchi Performance: M+C Saatchi Performance as part of M+C Saatchi Group has pledged its commitment to create a company that values difference, with an inclusive culture. As part of this, M+C Saatchi Group continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not and shall not discriminate, celebrates diversity and bases all hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit, without regard for any personal characteristics. All employee information is kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). #MCSaatchiPerformance Group company M+C Saatchi Performance Locations Bangalore Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Bangalore About M+C Saatchi Group M+C Saatchi Group was founded in 1995 and is now the biggest Independent creative agency group in the World. Founded on one core principle, Brutal Simplicity.