Senior Associate, Search (Paid Search)

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom; hybrid work with teams in the office around four days a week. This is a UK-based role and applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Company

hirify.global is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, combining media, data, partnerships, and the WPP Open platform to deliver personalized marketing at scale.

What you will do

• Support the setup, optimization, maintenance, and quality assurance of paid search campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and other platforms.
• Assist with keyword research, creative development, bid adjustments, budget pacing, and testing plans.
• Prepare client performance reports and dashboards while maintaining accurate trackers and documentation.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with Search, wider channel teams, senior colleagues, clients, and Global Operations Centre teams to support campaign delivery.
• Maintain operational accuracy and contribute to training, certifications, coaching, and team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Strong interest in paid search and digital marketing, with a desire to build a career in Search.
• Some hands-on experience or exposure to Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, or other paid media platforms through work, placements, research, or training.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to develop technical and analytical skills.
• Confidence working with numbers and data, with curiosity about performance trends.
• Good communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive, organized approach to deadlines.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive environment focused on continuous learning, coaching, feedback, and craft excellence.
• Access to hirify.global and WPP networks, employee resource groups, and learning opportunities in marketing and advertising.
• Hybrid working model with regular in-office collaboration and events.
• Medical, retirement, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Paid time off, partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
• Equal opportunity culture focused on respect, inclusion, and career progression.