Strategist, Search Engine Marketing; SEM

Strategist, Search Engine Marketing (SEM)

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Harmelin Media is a full-funnel media agency headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Over the past 43 years, we have grown into one of the largest independent media agencies in the country with billings approaching one billion dollars.

Our growth has been driven by our commitment to our clients, our employees, and our community. We pride ourselves on customizing strategy to each client and evolving roles to fit each employee’s strengths. The proof is in the unparalleled tenure of both our clients and our staff.

If you are looking for a career that offers opportunities to forge a strategic vision, innovate through technology or nurture a client relationship in the advertising industry, Harmelin is interested in learning more about you!

Harmelin Media is seeking a Paid Search Specialist to join our activation team. Search is at a pivotal moment, and with the integration of our paid and organic search teams, we are evolving our structure to stay ahead of an AI-driven landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, insights-driven group that plays a critical role in driving client performance and business outcomes.

We are open to candidates with 2–6 years of hands‑on experience developing and managing successful paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising (Bing). Whether you’re earlier in your career and eager to grow, or bring several years of deeper expertise, we encourage you to apply. Experience in SEO or CRO is a plus, and this role also provides opportunities to expand into these and other emerging areas within search, while collaborating closely with account teams, internal specialists, and platform partners.

Title and salary for position to be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Paid search media buying, specifically across Google Ads and Bing Ads
• Design search strategy and structure, including keyword development and campaign build.
• Interface with both account teams and clients regarding search strategy and performance to meet campaign objectives
• Regularly communicate with internal planning teams, specialists across digital disciplines, and representatives from various search platforms and technologies.
• Oversee day‑to‑day performance across campaigns, including monitoring, identifying and implementing optimizations
• Achieve and maintain Google Ads, SA360, Microsoft Advertising Certifications
• Learn about SEO, CRO, and other integrated search disciplines
• Work with the Reporting & Analytics team to facilitate reporting and analysis
• Review and reconcile media invoices using the agency billing system
• Keep informed of relevant issues affecting the paid search and overall digital landscape
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary to meet company needs

• 2‑6 years paid search buying experience
• Solid understanding of Google Ads, Google Analytics, Bing
• Basic understanding of Gemini, Kenshoo, Search Ads 360 preferred
• Basic understanding of other search services preferred: SEO, CRO, Local Listings
• Basic understanding of other digital advertising channels preferred (e.g. social, display, video)
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and multi‑tasking skills
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail; excellent problem‑solving skills; strategic mindset
• Ability to work in a team environment while working on projects independently
• Solid understanding of Excel

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• 401K
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• AFLAC and Flex Spending Accounts
• EOY medical reimbursement
• Health Advocate healthcare assistance program
• Fitness club reimbursement
• Professional and personal development allowance
• Legal services and identity theft protection

Harmelin Media is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.