Search Specialist / Senior Search Specialist

Company Description

At MBM, we don't just follow search. We shape where it's going.

We're one of Aotearoa's most recognised media agencies, partnering with leading brands to solve real business challenges through smart, connected thinking. As part of Publicis Groupe, we combine local ambition with global scale, tools and opportunity.

Right now, we're looking for a Search Specialist or Senior Search Specialist to join our highperforming, futurefocused Auckland based search team.

Why this role?

This is where search gets interesting.

This is a hands-on role focused on paid search campaign management with exposure to SEO, working across a mix of well-known New Zealand brands.

We're open on level depending on experience, but this is fundamentally a role for someone who wants to build depth in search, take ownership of client work, and improve performance through a test-and-learn approach

What you'll be doing

You'll manage and optimise search activity across a portfolio of clients, working closely with your team and stakeholders to deliver strong performance outcomes.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Managing and optimising campaigns in Google Ads and Microsoft Ads
• Monitoring budgets, pacing and performance across accounts
• Supporting SEO initiatives and broader search strategy
• Attending client WIPs and contributing to discussions and recommendations
• Analysing performance data and turning it into clear, actionable insights
• Working collaboratively with team members across Auckland and Wellington

What you'll bring

You don't need to tick every box - we're interested in capability, curiosity and growth mindset.

• Experience in paid search campaign management
• Understanding of search fundamentals and performance drivers
• Confidence working with clients and internal stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience with tools such as Google Ads, Google Analytics and reporting platforms
• Interest in learning SEO and broader search capability

Why MBM

• Exposure to a variety of clients and industries
• Strong learning and development support, including access to global tools and training
• Close partnerships with platforms like Google
• A flexible, team-oriented working environment in central Auckland

Additional Information

Additional information

Be a part of the Publicis Groupe network, one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses, enjoying all the perks that come with our network offering:

• A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting Physical, Mindful and Financial wellbeing
• A creative, fun and rewarding office environment backed up by our Publicis Liberte flexibility approach "working your way, with us!"
• Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes
• A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program
• A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva! Women, Egalite, enABLE and Embrace (reconciliation action plan) programs
• Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year
• A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge - Homepage - Working with Cancer Pledge
• Inclusive leave policies such as Fertility Treatment, Menopause, Flexible Public Holidays, Gender Affirmation and Parental leave with up to 18 weeks paid primary carer leave and generous secondary carer benefits
• Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder - an all-in-on digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs

If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes - so if this role resonates with you, please apply.

Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions.

Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldn't be where we are today. So be you - we like it that way.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via [email protected] - your personal information will be kept confidential.

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