SEO Manager

Jellyfishcareers
New York, NY
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior SEO professionals who can lead technical and content strategies while collaborating across teams.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of technical SEO and content strategy experience who thrive in collaborative environments
    β€” β€œ3+ years of experience with website architecture, indexing, crawling, schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and site performance optimizations.”
  • Individuals who can integrate SEO with broader marketing efforts and act as a subject matter expert
    β€” β€œCollaborate with Social, Content, Paid Media, Display, Creative, Development, and UX teams to ensure SEO is integrated into broader marketing campaigns.”
  • Professionals comfortable with data analysis and client-facing communication in a diverse, inclusive workplace
    β€” β€œProvide performance reports with applicable insights, linking data to next steps and growth.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands a high level of technical SEO proficiency and adaptability to search algorithm changes
    β€” β€œExperience troubleshooting SEO challenges and adapting to changes in search algorithms.”
  • Candidates must be able to work within a flexible schedule that aligns with New York-based operations
    β€” β€œWork remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with technical SEO audits and content optimization in your resume and interview responses
    β€” β€œConduct comprehensive technical SEO audits, resolving site architecture issues, crawlability challenges, and performance gaps.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to analyze SEO data and translate it into actionable insights for client growth
    β€” β€œUse insights from SEO research, competitor analysis, and market trends to refine strategies and enhance search visibility.”
  • Showcase your white-hat link-building strategies and domain authority improvements in your application materials
    β€” β€œDesign and implement white-hat link-building strategies to improve domain authority and organic rankings.”
  • Emphasize your track record of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in your interview communication
    β€” β€œExperience managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with client expectations.”
Pace Β· SteadyCollaboration Β· HighAutonomy Β· MediumDecision Impact Β· Team

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What success looks like

  • developed SEO strategies tailored to client goals
  • conducted comprehensive technical SEO audits
  • increased onsite content
  • designed and implemented white-hat link-building strategies
Typical background
3+ years of experience in SEOproficient in SEO tools

Skills & requirements

Required

SEO Strategy DevelopmentTechnical SEO AuditsContent OptimizationLink-buildingData Analysis

Preferred

Keyword ResearchUser Behavior AnalysisProject Management

Stack & domain

SEOTechnical SEOContent OptimizationLink-buildingKeyword ResearchGoogle AnalyticsGoogle Search ConsoleGoogle Tag ManagerScreaming FrogSemrushAhrefsMajesticBuzzsumoSchema MarkupCore Web VitalsSite Performance OptimizationsData AnalysisCompetitor AnalysisMarket TrendsPerformance ReportingProject ManagementClient ServicesLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingCollaborationDigital MarketingContent MarketingAnalyticsPaid MediaDisplayCreativeDevelopmentUX

About the role

Original posting from Jellyfishcareers via Ashby

At Jellyfish we believe that our individual differences are our greatest assets. We are passionate about empowering every employee to reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and firmly believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and leads to better solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other personal characteristics that make them who they are.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.

Job Description

The SEO Manager is an important role within Jellyfish's Earned Media team, responsible for leading organic search strategies that improve business growth for our clients. Reporting to our SEO Director, you will develop data-driven SEO strategies, build technical and content optimizations, and collaborate with our teams to provide integrated marketing solutions. The SEO Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring our clients achieve strong organic visibility, traffic growth, and improved ROI.

Your main responsibilities include:

  • Develop SEO strategies tailored to client goals, ensuring measurable success.
  • Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits, resolving site architecture issues, crawlability challenges, and performance gaps.
  • Increase onsite content, ensuring it aligns with SEO best practices, user intent, and organic search trends.
  • Design and implement white-hat link-building strategies to improve domain authority and organic rankings.
  • Use insights from SEO research, competitor analysis, and market trends to refine strategies and enhance search visibility.
  • Provide performance reports with applicable insights, linking data to next steps and growth.
  • Participate in internal and client-facing meetings, positioning yourself as a subject matter expert.
  • Collaborate with Social, Content, Paid Media, Display, Creative, Development, and UX teams to ensure SEO is integrated into broader marketing campaigns.
  • Work with Client Services and Project Management to ensure projects remain on budget and within agreed timelines.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience with website architecture, indexing, crawling, schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and site performance optimizations.
  • Proficient in Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, Majestic, BuzzSumo, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and/or Google Tag Manager.
  • Ability to conduct keyword research, increase content for search engines, and align strategies with user behavior.
  • Experienced in analyzing SEO data, drawing insights, and making recommendations.
  • Experience in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with client expectations.
  • Experience troubleshooting SEO challenges and adapting to changes in search algorithms.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs

πŸ’°Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme and 401k retirement plan.

πŸ₯ Healthcare plans: Have peace of mind with our healthcare, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and life cover.

πŸ’« Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

πŸ“ˆ Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.

πŸ‘ͺ Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fake recruiters impersonating Jellyfish and unlawfully using our brand name. If you are unsure if an email with a job offer you have received is genuinely from Jellyfish, or if you suspect any fraudulent activity, please report it to talentacquisition@jellyfish.com.

Source: Jellyfishcareers careers (Ashby)

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