Associate Director, Search

Real Chemistry • Remote - USA • 1w ago

Real Chemistry is looking for an Associate Director, Search to join our growing team!

Position Overview:

Detail-oriented, hands-on Associate Director, Paid Search to help drive the execution and performance of paid search campaigns across our portfolio of pharmaceutical clients. In this role, you will take ownership of day-to-day campaign management, optimization, and reporting, while leading a small team and collaborating with internal teams to ensure flawless delivery. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about search marketing, thrives in the weeds of platform execution, and wants to make a tangible impact on strategy & performance.

This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—including Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or Lambertville—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Lead a team of Managers that own day-to-day management of paid search campaigns across Google Ads & Microsoft Ads
Build and refine keyword strategies, ad copy, bidding approaches, and audience targeting to meet performance goals
Help monitor budget pacing and performance across accounts to ensure efficient spend and delivery
Analyze campaign data regularly to identify optimization opportunities, address underperformance, and implement tactical improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (media, analytics, client services) to ensure seamless campaign planning and execution
Support the creation of test-and-learn strategies to improve performance and unlock new insights
Assist with client deliverables, including performance reporting, POVs on platform updates, and tactical recommendations
Lead a small team, supporting their development through platform guidance and process oversight
Stay current with SEM trends, platform features, and industry best practices

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred
6+ years experience in search engine marketing (SEM), including hands-on experience with Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and associated tools (e.g., SA360, Google Ads Editor)
2+ years of people management experience
Pharmaceutical Industry experience is Required
Deep understanding of SEM tactics, campaign structure, keyword research, bid strategies, audience segmentation, and testing frameworks
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, foster collaboration, and build scalable processes
Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
Strong analytical mindset and creative problem-solving skills
Desire to continually learn, improve, and grow within the media buying industry
Ability to self-manage under deadlines
Demonstrates professional verbal and written communication skills

Pay Range: $70,000 - $115,000
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

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