Associate Vice President, Paid Search - EDU

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Associate Vice President, Paid Search – EDU based in the United States.

This is a senior leadership role overseeing paid search strategy and performance across a portfolio of higher education clients. You will be responsible for defining vision, driving innovation, and scaling high-performance search programs that directly impact enrollment outcomes and institutional growth. The role blends strategic leadership, client advisory, and hands-on performance oversight across large, complex accounts. You will partner closely with senior stakeholders and internal teams to elevate paid search capabilities through data-driven decisioning and advanced platform expertise. In this role, you will also guide and develop high-performing teams while ensuring excellence in execution across campaigns and budgets. This is a highly visible position with direct influence on both client success and broader business growth.