Associate, Paid Search

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

As an Associate, Search Deployment, you will support the successful execution of paid search campaigns through high-quality campaign builds, QA, trafficking, and deployment across search platforms. You'll develop expertise in campaign implementation, platform workflows, and deployment processes while partnering closely with Activation teams to bring strategy to market. This role is designed for someone learning a new job, moving from foundational training to independent, error-free execution of standard tasks.

• →Build and launch paid search campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Apple Search Ads, and other supported platforms using documented specifications.
• →Execute campaign deployments using platform editors, bulk uploads, and standardized spreadsheet-based workflows while ensuring accuracy and adherence to DEPT® best practices.
• →Monitor deployment timelines, proactively communicate risks, and ensure campaigns launch according to project deadlines.
• →Perform comprehensive QA of campaign settings, ads, keywords, audiences, budgets, tracking, and URLs prior to launch.
• →Maintain deployment documentation, process guides, and implementation records to support operational consistency.
• →Partner with Activation teams to translate campaign strategy into accurate and timely platform execution.
• →Troubleshoot campaign implementation issues and partner with internal teams to resolve deployment or tracking discrepancies prior to launch.
• →Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support successful campaign launches.
• →Collaborate with offshore and nearshore teams to complete execution tasks while maintaining QA standards.
• →Identify opportunities to improve deployment workflows through automation, templates, and AI-assisted tools while maintaining quality standards.
• →Participate in ongoing training to develop expertise in search platforms, deployment processes, and emerging technologies.

• 1-2 years experience in an agency or startup environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, including sorting, filtering, VLOOKUP, concatenation, pivot tables, text to columns, and conditional formatting.
• Ability to manipulate large datasets and apply spreadsheet formulas to support campaign deployment and QA.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality assurance to ensure accurate campaign implementation.
• Working knowledge of paid search platforms and deployment tools, including Google Ads, Google Ads Editor, Microsoft Ads Editor, Apple Search Ads, and other channel-specific platforms.
• Familiarity with campaign QA processes, naming conventions, tracking validation, and launch readiness.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of SEM metrics and campaign objectives to support accurate implementation and troubleshooting.
• Eagerness to learn and grow through internal training, platform certifications, and emerging technologies.

• You will have to communicate with your team members abroad, therefore fluency in English and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are a must for this role.

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

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