Senior Paid Performance Manager

Senior Paid Performance Manager

Full-Time 130000 - 140000 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and optimise paid media campaigns across Google Ads and LinkedIn for diverse clients.
  • Company: High-performing agency in North Sydney with a collaborative, low-ego culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and a focus on professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a values-driven team committed to diversity and meaningful contributions.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by managing significant budgets and driving client success.
  • Qualifications: 8+ years in paid performance with hands-on digital media experience.

The predicted salary is between 130000 - 140000 $ per year.

A high-performing agency based in North Sydney is looking for a Senior Paid Performance Manager to lead media strategy and execution across a small portfolio of retained clients. The internal team includes senior strategists, account leads, and execs, all collaborative, focused, and low-ego. Itโ€™s a workplace for professionals who show up, do great work, and want to make meaningful contributions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of paid media campaigns across Google Ads, LinkedIn, and other relevant platforms
  • Manage and optimise mid-to-high six-figure budgets
  • Align creative and messaging to the funnel stage and client goals
  • Collaborate with the executive team and two senior strategists on client direction
  • Present strategic updates and campaign insights directly to senior stakeholders
  • Oversee 4โ€“6 retained B2C clients in professional services
  • Deliver work, not just delegate; youโ€™ll be hands-on

What Theyโ€™re Looking For

  • 8+ years in paid performance, ideally in an agency or consulting environment
  • Proven experience working with large, complex B2C clients in professional services
  • Someone who can show their impact, talk about campaigns to back it up
  • Hands-on experience with digital paid media, optimisation, and reporting
  • A commercial mindset with confidence in client-facing conversations
  • Professional, values-driven

Additional Information

  • $130,000 โ€“ $140,000 (inclusive of super) (North Sydney), Hybrid

How to Apply: Apply directly OR send your resume to Marketing@thedrivegroup.com.au

TheDriveGroup is 100% committed to improving meaningful diversity in the technology industry. We partner with clients who embrace diversity and seek candidates across all backgrounds, abilities, genders, sexualities, cultures, and faiths. If you have the right skills and attitude we would love to hear from you!

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Marketing

Senior Paid Performance Manager employer: TheDriveGroup

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Contact Details:

TheDriveGroup Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Paid Performance Manager

Paid Media Campaign Management
Google Ads
LinkedIn Advertising
Budget Management
Campaign Optimisation
Client Relationship Management
Strategic Communication