Sr. SEO Manager

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$90K/yr – $120K/yrSenior Level6+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and scale enterprise SEO programs across technical, content and discovery signals to drive measurable growth for large brands.

  • Lead end-to-end SEO strategy and execution covering technical SEO, content optimization, and discovery signals.
  • Own client relationships, translate data into actionable recommendations, and influence ROI across GEO tactics.
  • Mentor junior staff and develop scalable trainings to expand SEO engagements.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive SEO-focused strategies that align with clients’ business goals.
  • Conduct in-depth findability research, competitive analysis, and market trends to inform strategy.
  • Serve as a primary day-to-day point of contact for key client accounts, ensuring satisfaction and success with engagements focused on SEO.
  • Present SEO strategies, reports, and results that connect with broader business objectives in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Oversee the execution of comprehensive SEO & GEO programs, including technical SEO, content optimization, proof and entity strategy, and adjacent services (i.e., Content Creation, CMS enhancements, landing pages, and digital analytics).
  • Utilize advanced SEO tools and analytics platforms, including the iCrossing proprietary toolset, to monitor, analyze, and report on campaign performance.
  • Identify opportunities for optimization and growth and implement changes to improve and expand SEO focused engagements.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive SEO, AI, and Discoverability reports, including performance metrics, insights, and actionable recommendations.
  • Use data-driven analysis to measure the success of SEO focused initiatives and inform future strategies.
  • Mentor and guide more junior SEO professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
  • Identify needs and help develop training materials for enhanced and expanded ways of working for SEO focused client engagements.
  • Work with cross-functional teams with resources from Business Solutions and Transformation Strategy, Experience Design & Content Solutions, Media, and Digital Solutions, to deliver cohesive and effective digital marketing strategies.
  • Stay up to date with the latest related market trends including but not limited to search engine algorithm updates, the impacts of new technology, and industry best practices.
  • Create demand for iCrossing services through developing industry POVs and thought leadership papers.
  • Craft compelling client case studies to support marketing-influenced leads.

Requirements

  • 6+ years’ experience working in SEO for agencies or large brands.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, computer science, information technology, or related field strongly preferred.
  • Extensive understanding of SEO principles, best practices, and industry trends
  • Experience designing and applying GEO tactics to realize KPI growth for enterprise-level brands
  • Strong analytical skills: ability to draw conclusions from data and take action accordingly.
  • Results-driven with strong business acumen
  • Strong Web analytics experience across key platforms like Google Analytics & Adobe Analytics
  • Fundamental understanding of technical SEO; experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web design technologies
  • Possess strong storytelling and presentation capabilities.
  • Ability to pivot quickly and work in a rapidly changing environment and adapt, as necessary.
  • Highly organized with excellent analytical, time management, problem-solving, and project management abilities
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills a plus
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong mathematical and writing skills.
  • Able to work well in a team environment and have a positive attitude.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee assistance program and other company benefits
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CDS Global

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As one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies, Hearst has been leading with purpose and integrity and innovating for more than a century. With a mission to inform audiences and improve lives, the company’s portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing the maintenance of jets and helicopters; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; more than 200 magazine editions around the world and ownership in cable television networks A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN. Leading with purpose, Hearst is always moving forward. With a commitment to the highest quality in our products and services, we’re investing in healthcare solutions to help improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions. Our brands are providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming. And we are dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.

Founded in 1981
New York, New York, USA
6.4K employees (1,993 in marketing)
65% recommend to a friend
78% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
344.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
27.6%
Direct
56.2%
Referral
13%
Social
2.4%
Paid
0.6%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~5.6K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1,455 (23% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
8