Director, SEO

Adelphi Group • Chicago, IL

5d • $150,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, SEO serves as the primary day-to-day client contact for assigned business and develops deep knowledge of the client’s vertical. The role manages accounts and develops and executes innovative search engine optimization programs aligned with clients’ strategic objectives. It also involves building and leading strong SEO teams to deliver high-quality programs.

Requirements

• Exceptional experience in online marketing, analytics, web development, and content creation; some SEO experience is required.
• Exceptional experience growing, managing, and inspiring search teams, with strong leadership abilities.
• Past experience with HTML is required.
• Strong grasp of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• A college degree is not required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Proven ability to represent company philosophies and expertise to external parties.
• Continued enthusiasm for the medium and a desire to continually educate oneself.
• Consistent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy when working with numbers.
• Understanding of the search industry, including key players, vendors, and technologies.
• Ability to glean insights from web analytics platforms such as Adobe Analytics and Google Analytics.
• Proven ability to collaborate with and persuade team leads from other departments.
• Attention to detail and ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEO engagements for a major account.
• Act as a relationship liaison between the client, partner agencies, and the search practice.
• See projects through to completion, translating actionable recommendations into verifiable client ROI.
• Ramp up new clients as they are onboarded to support smooth transitions.
• Work with client business partners to upsell SEO and increase scope during annual planning.
• Ensure SEO is included in digital agency of record (AOR) RFPs.
• Partner with operations and finance teams to ensure engagements are profitable.
• Collaborate with directors in other cities to maintain a consistent level of international service.
• Develop, manage, and inspire search teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed