Manager, Search

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . 3036 - Manager, Search - GCS Role Summary and Impact Following our successful appointment to handle Skechers’ EU Performance channels, consolidating their mid- and lower-funnel conversion activity. We are currently building out a dedicated central activation team based out of London. This transition marks an exciting phase as we centralise operations and optimise their performance strategy across Europe. Joining us at the beginning of this new chapter offers a unique opportunity to help shape the account's structure, establish new ways of working, and influence how we drive digital growth for a major global brand. It is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and wants to play a key part in establishing a high-performing agency team from day one. As a Search Account Manager, you will own the day-to-day execution of all elements of paid search activity. You will employ strong platform knowledge and supplier relationships to deliver flawless testing, media plans, optimisation, and analysis. The role involves managing one or several juniors, overseeing their work and their development, ensuring client deliverables are successfully executed and expectations exceeded. You will also be a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, developing strong relationships and driving performance. Key Responsibilities Performance Management Manage the day-to-day operations of your team’s designated search accounts, ensuring timely and ongoing optimisation that proactively identifies tactical and strategic opportunities. Collaborate with Account Directors to devise campaign strategies and translate these into actionable delivery plans. Take ownership of wider client or team deliverables, such as performance commentary or weekly reporting, and guide junior team members in achieving these effectively. Ensure adherence to paid search channel best practices and contribute to the development and refinement of search strategies. Client & Partner Management Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, and key suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for your team. Demonstrate expert knowledge of client structures, goals, and industries to inform strategies and plans. Foster collaboration across client teams to ensure flawless execution of plans, while building rapport to become a trusted advisor. Identify strategic issues and raise questions to help stakeholders explore and understand their broader business challenges. People Management Lead by example, motivating and coaching junior team members to develop their skills and grow within the agency. Delegate and manage workloads across junior team members, ensuring tasks are prioritised and delivered on time. Foster a culture of collaboration and experimentation that inspires your junior team members to strive for continuous improvement. Operational Excellence Maximise operational efficiencies by making full use of available technology and implementing streamlined processes. Identify opportunities for process improvement and proactively suggest recommendations to enhance delivery. Take ownership of issues, resolving them effectively and preventing future occurrences. Contribute to the development of strategic revenue and service opportunities for the agency. Sk…