SEO Director

Job highlights
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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a director-level SEO role, with a strong emphasis on achieving measurable results in organic search performance
This position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of optimizing websites for search engines, improving rankings, and enhancing online visibility across various industries
5+ years of experience in a senior SEO role, with at least 2 years in a director-level position
Expert knowledge of SEO best practices, tools, and analytics
Strong understanding of on-page and off-page optimization techniques
Proficiency in technical SEO, including site architecture, indexing, and structured data
Experience with content marketing strategies and their integration with SEO
Excellent analytical skills and experience using SEO analytics tools to drive data-driven decisions
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders
Proven experience in managing large-scale SEO projects with measurable results
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as they relate to SEO
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines
Certification in SEO or digital marketing (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads)
Benefits
Compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 Annually + Benefits
They offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth
Their work culture promotes a balanced approach, encouraging employees to bring new ideas to the table while ensuring a healthy work-life balance
Responsibilities
The client is seeking an experienced SEO to lead their SEO department and drive their organic search strategy
As an SEO Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the client's digital marketing efforts and ensuring that their online presence aligns with their overall business objectives
You will be responsible for developing innovative SEO strategies that leverage the latest industry trends and technologies, fostering collaboration among various teams to ensure a cohesive approach to search engine optimization
Your expertise will guide the team in executing tactical initiatives aimed at improving site authority, optimizing content, and enhancing the user experience
Additionally, you will be tasked with mentoring and developing a team of SEO professionals, ensuring they remain updated on industry best practices and emerging trends
Your leadership will foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, enabling the team to adapt quickly to changes in the SEO landscape
You will also engage with executive leadership to provide insights on performance and strategic direction, ultimately driving the client’s success in the digital realm
Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and increase website traffic
Lead and manage a team of SEO specialists, content editors, and developers to implement best practices and achieve departmental goals
Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis to inform content and optimization strategies
Monitor and analyze SEO performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, and Ahrefs, providing regular reports to stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including content marketing and web development, to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into all digital initiatives
Stay updated on industry trends, search engine algorithm changes, and emerging technologies to ensure ongoing optimization efforts are effective
Optimize website structure, on-page content, and technical SEO to enhance user experience and increase conversion rates
Manage relationships with external SEO vendors and agencies, ensuring alignment with company goals
Job description
Job Title: SEO Director

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Greater Los Angeles, CA, Onsite, M-F

Restriction: This opportunity is for candidates residing in or relocating to Greater Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $100,000 to $150,000 Annually + Benefits

The Digital Marketing Recruiters

Digital Marketing Recruiters has been in the digital marketing and recruitment space for over 25 years. We work with highly skilled marketing, digital marketing, and sales professionals and match them with our clients from diverse industries across the United States. Our selection process incorporates comprehensive resume screening, shortlisting, conducting video-recorded interviews and providing client information, administering written assessments (if required by the client), arranging client interviews, and facilitating job offers and placements.

The Role

The client is seeking an experienced SEO to lead their SEO department and drive their organic search strategy. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a director-level SEO role, with a strong emphasis on achieving measurable results in organic search performance. This position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of optimizing websites for search engines, improving rankings, and enhancing online visibility across various industries.

As an SEO Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the client's digital marketing efforts and ensuring that their online presence aligns with their overall business objectives. You will be responsible for developing innovative SEO strategies that leverage the latest industry trends and technologies, fostering collaboration among various teams to ensure a cohesive approach to search engine optimization. Your expertise will guide the team in executing tactical initiatives aimed at improving site authority, optimizing content, and enhancing the user experience.

Additionally, you will be tasked with mentoring and developing a team of SEO professionals, ensuring they remain updated on industry best practices and emerging trends. Your leadership will foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, enabling the team to adapt quickly to changes in the SEO landscape. You will also engage with executive leadership to provide insights on performance and strategic direction, ultimately driving the client’s success in the digital realm.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and increase website traffic.
• Lead and manage a team of SEO specialists, content editors, and developers to implement best practices and achieve departmental goals.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis to inform content and optimization strategies.
• Monitor and analyze SEO performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, and Ahrefs, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including content marketing and web development, to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into all digital initiatives.
• Stay updated on industry trends, search engine algorithm changes, and emerging technologies to ensure ongoing optimization efforts are effective.
• Optimize website structure, on-page content, and technical SEO to enhance user experience and increase conversion rates.
• Manage relationships with external SEO vendors and agencies, ensuring alignment with company goals.

Required Skills
• 5+ years of experience in a senior SEO role, with at least 2 years in a director-level position.
• Expert knowledge of SEO best practices, tools, and analytics.
• Strong understanding of on-page and off-page optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in technical SEO, including site architecture, indexing, and structured data.
• Experience with content marketing strategies and their integration with SEO.
• Excellent analytical skills and experience using SEO analytics tools to drive data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Requirements
• Proven experience in managing large-scale SEO projects with measurable results.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as they relate to SEO.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Certification in SEO or digital marketing (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads).

The client values innovation, creativity, and teamwork. They offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Their work culture promotes a balanced approach, encouraging employees to bring new ideas to the table while ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

If you are passionate about SEO and have a track record of driving results, we encourage you to apply and join their dynamic team!
$1L–$1.5L a year
Full–time
No Degree Mentioned