SEO Director

Job description

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table. 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 As an SEO Director within Earned Media, you will lead SEO strategy across enterprise-level clients, ensuring an understanding of broader organic search, content marketing, and digital PR programs. You will manage SEO roadmaps, mentor teams, and promote strategic innovation, ensuring our Earned Media capability continues to deliver industry-leading results. You will bring deep technical expertise and the ability to engage with clients at a senior level, ensuring they receive SEO solutions that improve measurable growth. You will also help shape internal processes, knowledge-sharing programs, and cross-channel collaboration. Your responsibilities will include: - Define and own SEO strategies across main client accounts, ensuring the best technical, content, and authority-building approaches. - Be the primary strategic consultant for clients, providing high-level SEO insights and driving measurable growth. - Collaborate with Content, Digital PR, and Paid Media teams to provide an integrated Earned Media strategy. - Own and evolve SEO measurement frameworks, using tools such as GA4, Adobe Analytics, Google Search Console, Looker Studio, and enterprise SEO platforms. - Implement new SEO innovations, such as AI-driven content optimization, automation, and data science applications. - Oversee the operational delivery of SEO programs, ensuring seamless execution across technical SEO, content marketing, and link-building initiatives. - Take ownership of client performance KPIs, ensuring that teams deliver against agreed goals while maintaining profitability. - Manage, mentor, and develop Senior SEO Managers and SEO Managers, ensuring professional growth and a strong talent pipeline within the Earned Media team. - Identify and address knowledge gaps within the team by implementing structured training programs, workshops, and peer-to-peer learning initiatives. - Stay ahead of SEO industry trends, algorithm updates, and emerging technologies, integrating them into our strategic approach. - Champion AI-driven automation, data-driven insights, and cutting-edge SEO methodologies to enhance performance and efficiency. Skills - 8+ years of experience in enterprise-level SEO strategy, with experience delivering organic growth. - Knowledge of technical SEO, structured data, JavaScript frameworks, and web performance optimization. - Advanced expertise in SEO analytics, automation, and reporting, with proficiency in GA4, Adobe Analytics, Looker Studio, and enterprise SEO platforms. - Strong understanding of digital PR, content marketing, and authority-building strategies, ensuring a holistic Earned Media approach. - Ability to translate complex SEO insights into executive-level recommendations and strategic roadmaps. - Ability to engage and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally. - Organisational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple high-profile projects. - Ability to present complex ideas persuasively, whether in client meetings, internal strategy sessions, or industry events. 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 prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs. 💫 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. 🏦 Jellyfish contributes to your retiral benefits via Provident Fund (PF) contribution Jellyfish provides best-in-class group medical insurance & life insurance cover to employees 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.