SEO Manager

We are looking for an experienced SEO Team Lead to lead and oversee our SEO department. The SEO Team Lead will build upon our proven strategies, leveraging data gathered from years of successful campaigns to drive organic growth for our painting company clients. This position requires a strategic thinker who can create innovative SEO strategies, test new approaches, and optimize the team’s performance for exceptional results.

Who We Are
We are a full-service internet marketing agency based specializing in helping painting business owners increase sales, improve customer retention, and boost profitability through SEO, PPC, Social Media, and other online marketing platforms. We are a team of forward-thinking professionals who are committed to delivering top-tier service and results to our clients.

What We Offer:
Positive Work Culture: A supportive environment that fosters growth and development.
Flexible Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays
Remote Work: Work remotely with flexible hours.
Career Growth: A key role in shaping the future of SEO at the company

Who We’re Looking For:

SEO Strategist:
Extensive knowledge and experience in SEO, including on-page, off-page, and technical SEO.
Expertise in keyword research, content strategy, link building, and site audits.
Proven ability to improve organic search rankings and traffic through innovative SEO tactics.
Ownership & Delegation:
A proactive leader who can take ownership of the SEO department, including strategy creation, team management, and performance tracking.
Ability to delegate tasks, oversee SEO specialists, and ensure deadlines are met with top-quality results.
Data-Driven Decision-Maker:
Strong analytical skills, with a focus on using tools like Google Analytics & Search Console, Ahrefs, and other Local SEO platforms to drive data-based decisions.
Able to create reports that measure SEO success and provide actionable insights for continued growth.
Process-Oriented:
Ability to refine and build SEO processes that streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
Experience creating SEO playbooks and optimizing workflows for consistent and efficient results.
Bonus Skills:
Experience working with painting or home service industry clients.
A strong understanding of local SEO and how to maximize visibility for service-area businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop & Lead SEO Strategy: Create, implement, and refine SEO strategies that drive organic traffic and conversions for painting clients.
Team Management: Lead a team of SEO specialists, ensuring smooth execution of SEO tactics and continuous improvement of strategies.
Performance Monitoring: Track SEO performance using data-driven metrics, identify areas for improvement, and adjust strategies accordingly.
Process Development: Build and improve internal SEO processes, contributing to the agency’s SEO playbook.
Client-Focused Strategy: Ensure client goals are met with measurable outcomes and maintain communication with the client services team to align SEO with broader marketing efforts.

Required Experience:
3+ years of high-level experience managing SEO campaigns.
Expertise with SEO tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, Ahrefs, and other local SEO tools
Proven success in optimizing on-page, off-page, and technical SEO for improved rankings and organic traffic.
Strong English communication and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple client accounts and drive results in a fast-paced environment.


About the Team:
Here's how the team is structured - and where you'll fit.

SEO Team Lead (You): This position will develop how our agency positions, executes, reports, and plans SEO for the agency. You'll be responsible for managing higher level accounts and overseeing the department as a whole. All other SEO roles report directly to the Manager. They are the primary point for the agency playbook, processes, strategy, and role placement.

GBP Specialist: Manages and oversees client GBP Optimization strategies

On-Page SEO Specialist: Executes on all website on-page SEO best practices and strategies, ensuring timely completion.

Off-Page SEO Specialist: Executes on all off-page SEO strategies, including citation building, link building, and opportunities for press placement

Compensation:
Competitive salary starting at $100,000 - $150,000 php per month (paid hourly so fluctuating)
(depending on experience and skills).
High bonus potential
Paid Time Off

What’s Important to Us:

Having a life
We don't want any of our team members to burn out. We make sure you have the ability to have vacation, have the freedom to tell us if you're bogged down and are in need of new help on your team, and have flexibility if needed on working times.
Doing work that matters
Doing repetitive busy work for optics alone is not what we're about. We want to create the best methods for doing things efficiently and always look for ways to improve further - we want to be the #1 in painting industry for digital marketing. Creating thoughtful strategies and tactics is what sets us apart from other generalist agencies and keeps us excited every single day

Who Should Not Apply: This role is not suited for individuals who:
- Need extensive hand-holding or direction in developing SEO strategies.
- Are resistant to testing new approaches and solving complex SEO challenges.
- Prefer flexible or freelance-style work schedules over structured leadership roles.
- Have only minimal experience with SEO and need further training.
- Lack the ability to manage team members and find amicable resolutions to problems

Hiring Process: (PAY ATTENTION BELOW!)

Step 1: Reply to this job posting with the Headline "I KNOW SEO" and in your reply create a unique Meta Title and Description for a page that you want to rank for the keyword "Painting Company Chicago"

Step 2: We'll follow up and have you submit your application along with a video response.

Application Review: If selected, we’ll reach out for a quick call to discuss your skills and experience.
Interviews: Includes a questionnaire, one interview with the hiring manager, and another with Founder.
SEO Audit Presentation: You will be asked to present your analysis of a real client’s SEO account, outlining strategies for improvement.

Offer: If successful, you will receive an offer and onboarding details.
Are you ready to take the next step in your SEO career? Apply today!