SEO Team Lead

Accountabilities:

• Lead SEO strategy development and execution across a portfolio of high-value client accounts, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, including C-level executives, through transparent and strategic communication.

• Drive account growth through retention, upselling, and cross-selling opportunities grounded in performance and client needs.

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of SEO professionals, supporting their growth, performance, and career progression.

• Contribute to hiring efforts by participating in sourcing, interviewing, and selecting new team members.

• Translate SEO performance data (rankings, traffic, conversions, revenue) into clear insights and strategic recommendations.

• Drive thought leadership by sharing industry trends, testing insights, and innovative SEO approaches internally and externally.

• Leverage AI tools to improve efficiency, enhance SEO workflows, and experiment with new approaches to optimization and analysis.

• Resolve client and team challenges effectively, ensuring strong alignment and maintaining high levels of trust and satisfaction.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in SEO, digital marketing, or integrated search strategy, ideally within an agency environment.

• Proven experience leading SEO strategy across enterprise or high-growth client accounts.

• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to engage and influence C-level stakeholders.

• Demonstrated success managing and developing teams, ideally with 4+ direct reports.

• Deep understanding of SEO disciplines including content strategy, technical SEO, analytics, and integrated search approaches.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to connect SEO performance to broader business outcomes.

• Experience identifying account growth opportunities and contributing to revenue expansion.

• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills in high-stakes client environments.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote-first environment with frequent context switching and evolving priorities.

• Familiarity with AI-driven tools and a mindset focused on continuous learning and innovation.

Benefits:

• Annual salary ranging from $95,000 to $115,000 USD, depending on experience.

• Annual compensation review and growth opportunities based on performance.

• Fully remote work environment within the United States.

• Opportunity to lead high-impact client portfolios and shape SEO strategy at scale.

• Strong focus on professional development, leadership growth, and continuous learning.

• Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with a strong emphasis on AI-enabled workflows.

• Inclusive and values-driven workplace committed to equity and diversity.

• Access to industry insights, training resources, and thought leadership opportunities.

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