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Senior Manager, Performance Management

Hearst Communications

Austin, TX
Full Time
Senior
90k-100k
17 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Manager, Performance Management, acts as a strategic leader, guiding a team of performance managers and channel specialists to deliver outstanding results for high-value clients. This role partners closely with clients to align campaign strategies with business objectives, champions a data-driven approach to optimization, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The Senior Manager serves as a trusted advisor, combining strategic insight with technical expertise to help the team and clients achieve-and exceed-performance goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor performance managers and channel specialists, providing direction and support throughout the campaign lifecycle.
  • Guide the team in developing, implementing, and optimizing performance marketing campaigns across digital platforms.
  • Facilitate regular client performance reviews, sharing insights, progress updates, and actionable recommendations for ongoing improvement.
  • Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to define KPIs and ensure all activities are aligned with desired outcomes.
  • Collaborate with creative, sales, and account teams to deliver cohesive, high-quality campaigns.
  • Act as a senior escalation point, helping the team quickly resolve challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
  • Maintain current certifications in key platforms (Google Ads, Meta, etc.) and encourage ongoing learning within the team.
  • Conduct and interpret platform audits, search query reports, and campaign health checks to proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Champion a transparent, data-driven culture, ensuring campaign recommendations and optimizations are grounded in robust analysis.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing strategic guidance and building strong, long-term partnerships.

Requirements

  • Experience leading and mentoring performance marketing teams, with a track record of success in digital campaign management.
  • Strong analytical and technical skills, with experience using platform tools for audits, optimization, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proven success in managing client relationships and presenting to stakeholders.
  • Active certifications in Google Ads and Meta, with up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with digital platforms beyond Google Ads and Meta.
  • Advanced data analysis skills or familiarity with data visualization tools.
  • Previous experience working in a client-facing or agency environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience leading and mentoring performance marketing teams, with a track record of success in digital campaign management.
  • Strong analytical and technical skills, with experience using platform tools for audits, optimization, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proven success in managing client relationships and presenting to stakeholders.
  • Active certifications in Google Ads and Meta, with up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Benefits & Perks

  • Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
  • Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
  • Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
  • LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual's unique needs.
  • Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
  • Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too - helping you keep them happy and healthy.

Working at Hearst Communications

At Hearst Newspapers we support our employees through personal and professional development, and believe in promoting each individual's physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family). We foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation, emphasizing transparency, learning, and long-term partnership building.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 3, 2025
Salary90k-100k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

About Hearst Communications

Website

hearst.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Austin, TX

Industry

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services

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