Lead Paid Search, AI Advertising – German and English Speaking

hurra.com™

Lead Paid Search & AI Advertising for a global digital marketing agency. Shape strategy and performance across international accounts with remote work setup.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇿🇦 South AfricaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Paid Search strategy development, operational leadership, and client consulting, with a strong focus on performance improvement and team mentorship. Proficient in managing complex account structures and fostering a culture of testing and learning within digital marketing.

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Paid Search Strategy DevelopmentPerformance Marketing ExpertiseClient Consulting ExperienceTeam Leadership and MentorshipFluent in German and English

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Hard Skills

Paid SearchSearch Engine AdvertisingPerformance MarketingAccount Structure ManagementAutomation in Paid SearchTesting and Learning MethodologiesData AnalysisStrategic PlanningCross-Channel MarketingDigital Ecosystem Understanding

Soft Skills

Self-Driven Working StyleCollaborationCommunicationMentoringPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Digital MarketingSEAClient InteractionOperational InitiativesTesting Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the strategic direction of complex Paid Search setups and international client accounts
Develop and evolve cross-channel Paid Search and full-funnel strategies
Lead and prioritize operational initiatives with a clear focus on impact, scalability, and sustainability
Establish and continuously improve a strong testing and learning culture within Paid Search – including clear hypotheses, structured testing, and systematic derivation of insights
Ensure that new ideas, formats, and platform features are continuously evaluated, tested, and refined
Provide strategic consulting at eye level – including close collaboration and sparring with clients and internal stakeholders
Take functional leadership of the entire international SEA / Paid Search team: methodologies, standards, quality, and development
Enable, mentor, and support team members in their day-to-day operational work
Lead pitches, client presentations, and internal knowledge-sharing formats

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience in Paid Search / SEA / Search Advertising
Strong strategic understanding of performance marketing, business objectives, and digital ecosystems
Experience with complex account structures, automation, and modern Paid Search setups
A passion for developing hypotheses, testing ideas, and continuously improving performance
Proven experience in strategic consulting and direct client interaction
Structured, self-driven working style – especially in a remote environment
Fluent (business-level) German and English skills are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work with flexible working hours
A high level of trust and ownership from day one
Short decision-making paths and direct collaboration with strategy, tech, and management
International client projects with high visibility and strategic impact
No micromanagement – we measure outcomes, not hours
A collaborative, highly skilled team with a hands-on mindset
Plenty of room for professional growth, knowledge sharing, and personal development