Paid Search and Performance Marketing Specialist

PAID SEARCH AND PERFORMANCE MARKETING SPECIALISTAgency DivisionAbout Phase 3 Marketing & CommunicationsPhase 3 Marketing and Communications is an integrated marketing services company providing solutions from ideation to execution. Our mission is to simplify life for marketers by delivering the most-needed marketing services in-house, under one roof.A certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Phase 3 has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Nashville, and the New York City metropolitan area. Since 2001, Phase 3 has been recognized as a top company by Inc. 5000, Printing Impressions, Atlanta Business Chronicle, and Nashville Business Journal.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an analytically strong, strategically minded emerging talent to join our Agency Division as a Paid Search and Performance Marketing Specialist.This role is designed for a high-potential performance marketer early in their career who is ready to move beyond task execution and begin thinking like a strategist. You will manage paid search campaigns across a portfolio of clients, contribute to performance planning, and translate data into insights that influence business decisions.You will work alongside Client Marketing, Strategy and Media leadership to ensure paid search efforts are aligned with broader marketing objectives. This is an opportunity to build deep expertise in performance marketing while developing the strategic and client-facing skills necessary for long-term growth within the agency.What You Will OwnDevelopment, execution, and optimization of paid search campaigns across Google Ads (Search, Performance Max, Display, etc.)Ongoing performance analysis, identifying trends and opportunities that improve efficiency and growthBudget pacing and responsible stewardship of client investmentQA processes to ensure campaign accuracy and excellence in executionContribution to client reporting and presentation of performance insightsCollaboration with cross-functional teams to support integrated marketing initiativesThe Ideal CandidateApproaches performance marketing with both precision and curiositySeeks to understand not just what is happening in the data, but whyIs motivated by measurable impact and continuous improvementDemonstrates maturity, accountability, and ownership beyond years of experienceIs eager to grow into a senior performance strategist over timeWhat Success Looks LikeCampaigns are launched accurately, strategically structured, and optimized with intentionPerformance trends are proactively identified and addressedRecommendations are backed by data and tied to client KPIsClients and internal teams trust your analysis and perspectiveYou consistently elevate your thinking from tactical execution to strategic contributionJob Requirements2 years of experience in paid search, digital media, or performance marketing (internships and certifications included)Current Google Ads certification; additional certifications a plusStrong analytical skills with comfort interpreting performance data and dashboardsAdvanced attention to detail and organizational disciplineClear, confident written and verbal communication skillsIntellectual curiosity and a test-and-learn mindsetAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environmentOccasional travel is required for client visits and presentationsStandard office hours, though deadlines or the demands of a client may require working outside of regular office hours to ensure continued successThis is a full-time, in-office position in Atlanta, GeorgiaPhase 3 Marketing and Communications provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.