Paid Media Associate

About us

Nasdaq (Nasdaq:NDAQ) is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information and public company services. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize and execute their business vision with confidence, using proven technologies that provide transparency and insight for navigating today's global capital markets. As the creator of the world's first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries, and 1 in 10 of the world's securities transactions. Nasdaq is home to approximately 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $15 trillion. To learn more, visit: http://www.nasdaq.com

Location: Atlanta, GA Office/Remote Hybrid 2x+ a week

About the Role

We're hiring a Paid Media Associate to support and grow our paid search and paid social programs. This role is for someone with 2-4 years of experience managing campaigns and a desire to deepen their strategic and technical skills.

You'll lead execution across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads (Bing), Meta, and LinkedIn, while exploring how paid media connects with SEO and broader marketing goals. You'll also work across systems like Salesforce, Marketo, Pardot, and Optmyzr to help streamline workflows and track success.

What You'll Do

• Launch, manage, and optimize paid search and paid social campaigns

• Adjust bids, budgets, targeting, and creative to improve performance

• Own keyword research and negative keyword lists

• Write and test ad copy across platforms

• Report on campaign impact, pacing, and conversion trends

• Work across Salesforce, Marketo, Pardot, and Optmyzr for execution and reporting

• Collaborate with SEO and web teams to align on funnel strategy

• Stay current on platform updates and paid media trends

What You Bring

• 2-4 years of experience in paid search and/or paid social

• Proficiency in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and Meta Ads

• Hands-on experience with keyword strategy and audience segmentation

• Familiarity with reporting and lead flow tools: Salesforce, Marketo, Pardot

• Comfort with optimization tools like Optmyzr or similar

• Clear communicator who can translate performance into next steps

• Interest in learning SEO basics and collaborating cross-channel

Nice to Have

• Agency experience or experience managing multiple accounts

• Landing page testing and conversion rate optimization exposure

• B2B or SaaS industry background

This position will be located in Atlanta, and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 2 days a week in office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq's programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.