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Senior Media Strategist, Paid Search - Websites

Squarespace

New York City, NY
Full Time
Senior
86k-120k
11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Paid Search team is looking for a Senior Paid Search Strategist to lead the strategy, execution, and optimization of PPC Campaigns in international markets. This full-time hybrid position is based in New York and reports to the Paid Search Channel Lead. The role involves working across multiple work streams, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging market insights to drive campaign performance and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead SEM campaign strategy, reporting, and execution in international markets by leveraging market-level insights from our Go-to-Market international managers.
  • Develop and implement streamlined processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness in managing SEM campaigns and communications.
  • Influence international budget planning, optimization, and forecasting to ensure optimal allocation.
  • Effectively communicate 'always-on' campaign performance, proactively flag trends, provide clear insights, and develop recommendations to drive data-driven decision-making that achieves KPIs.
  • Conduct frequent deep dives into SEM accounts to drive larger-scale optimizations and influence Go To Market strategy.
  • Unpack nuances across international markets and English vs Non-English search trends.
  • Spearhead initiatives, including leading tests with cross-functional teams such as Frontsite, Product, and Product Marketing.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience within Paid Search.
  • Strong hands-on experience navigating and executing within Google Ads and Bing platforms.
  • Ability to independently execute campaigns and manage SEM accounts.
  • Strong comprehension of smart bidding strategies and experience in running tests.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate strategy, surface risks, and collaborate across teams.
  • Experience serving as a liaison between cross-functional teams including regional marketing managers, Product Marketing, Localization, and Analytics.
  • Ability to build new processes requiring cross-team input.
  • Comfort working with data, identifying trends, and developing actionable insights.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with SA360 platform.
  • Experience with Looker for data analysis.

Qualifications

  • Experience within Paid Search (minimum 3-5 years).

Benefits & Perks

  • A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums.
  • Fertility and adoption benefits.
  • Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage.
  • Headspace mindfulness app subscription.
  • Global Employee Assistance Program.
  • Retirement benefits with employer match.
  • Flexible paid time off.
  • 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member.
  • Pretax commuter benefit.
  • Education reimbursement.
  • Employee donation match to community organizations.
  • 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
  • Dog-friendly workplace.
  • Free lunch and snacks.
  • Private rooftop.
  • Hack week twice per year.

Working at Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. The company empowers millions of customers worldwide with tools to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. With a team of over 1,500 employees headquartered in New York City and offices in Dublin, Aveiro, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia, Squarespace values diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity. The company fosters a collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented environment.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 28, 2025
Job CategoryPaid Search
Salary86k-120k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Squarespace

Website

squarespace.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

New York City, NY

Industry

Computer Systems Design and Related Services

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