Lead SEO Strategist

USA (Remote)

$80K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive enterprise SEO initiatives end-to-end, from technical audits and speed optimizations to content strategy and client communications.

  • Own enterprise SEO campaigns and technical optimizations for major clients.
  • Must-have: 7+ years of agency SEO experience with proven campaigns.
  • Standout: Mentoring a pod and guiding strategic client communications.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Auditing websites for SEO
  • Addressing technical issues
  • Developing in-depth content strategy based on keyword and market research
  • Optimizing client-produced content for SEO
  • Presenting and communicating directly with client teams, including stakeholders with varied levels of SEO or digital marketing knowledge
  • Perform website speed tests, and analyze Core Web Vitals
  • Activating technical site optimizations directly in the backend of a client’s CMS
  • Implementing SEO campaigns with large, enterprise, or Fortune 500 brands
  • Assisting account managers with key client communications around organic search knowledge and recommendations to develop and deliver a clear strategic vision to each client
  • Mentoring SEO team members in a pod or buddy system structure to share information and master best practices

Requirements

  • 7+ years of SEO experience in an agency environment
  • Experience with Wordpress or other CMS
  • Experience with a project management software such as ClickUp or ActiveCollab
  • Demonstrate resourcefulness and the initiative to lead advanced SEO projects
  • Demonstrate success in developing and executing successful SEO campaigns
  • Experience with SEO tools SEMrush, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, Moz or similar tools
  • Experience with analytical tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Looker Studio, Google Search Console, to analyze organic search and analytics data to make specific data-driven recommendations
  • Performing content analysis, competitor and keyword research
  • Experience handling website migration and redesign projects
  • Quick-witted and interested in building relationships with clients
  • Navigate ambiguous situations, proactively ask questions, evaluate how to solve issues independently

Preferred

  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JS
  • Experience with link building campaigns and backlink profile analysis
  • Experience managing or mentoring a small team

Benefits

  • Remote Workplace. You have the option to work at our office in Boston or remotely in one of these states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, SC, OH, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA.
  • Paid Time Off. Receive generous paid vacation benefits that increase each year you’re with us, 12 Company Holidays, and Summer Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
  • 401K + Match. 401K plan with 4% Safe Harbor employer match after one year of employment and financial literacy services provided through our retirement provider.
  • Life Insurance Benefit. No-cost coverage to ensure peace of mind for your family.
  • Short Term Disability Benefit. We\'ve got you covered if you need to be OOO with an illness or injury that keeps you out of work.
  • Healthcare. Choose from several competitive healthcare plans for you and your family with 80% employer coverage for all medical and dental premiums, 100% employer coverage for vision, and the option to participate in the FSA program.
  • Commuter Benefits. Allocate pre-tax funds towards your commute to save up to 40% per year in transportation expenses.
  • Continuing Education. Receive a personal budget to attend events and conferences.
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829 Studios

We are your partner in performance — delivering
tech-enabled, full-service digital marketing solutions optimized to elevate your business.

Founded in 2007
Boston, Massachusetts, US
249 employees (105 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
11K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
30.7%
Direct
53.5%
Referral
6%
Social
8.4%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~264

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
87 (33% of company)
Median Career Experience
11 years
Median Tenure
3.1 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Last Raise
Private Equity, 5 years ago

Funding History

  • Sep 2021
    Private Equity