As the SEO Director, you will lead our SEO strategy and execution across multiple client accounts, driving organic growth, increasing online visibility, and improving search engine rankings. You will manage a team of SEO Managers, Leads, Experts, Executives, and PMs while collaborating with paid media, content, design, and development teams, and provide strategic direction to ensure all SEO activities align with client goals and industry best practices.

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Growth99 (https://growth99.com/) provides advanced software and digital marketing solutions tailored for aesthetic and elective wellness practices, focusing on enhancing online presence, patient engagement, and operational efficiency. Our comprehensive services include website development, SEO, social media, paid media management, and AI-driven tools to help practices grow and thrive in a competitive market.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise a team of SEO Managers, Leads, and PMs, including recruitment, training, and professional development.

• Conduct regular performance reviews, one-on-one meetings, and goal-setting sessions with team members to promote continuous growth and development.

• Provide constructive feedback and coaching to enhance technical SEO skills, analytical abilities, and adherence to SEO best practices.

• Oversee workload allocation, project assignments, and ensure the team meets deadlines and quality standards.

• Address and resolve performance issues or conflicts within the team, maintaining a positive and productive work environment.

• Develop and implement processes and best practices to improve team efficiency and effectiveness.

• Serve as a point of contact for escalations related to SEO projects and collaborate with other department leaders to resolve issues effectively.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive SEO strategies for a variety of clients across multiple industries to drive organic traffic growth and improve search engine rankings.

• Identify opportunities for upselling additional SEO services, such as content creation, technical audits, link-building campaigns, or local SEO enhancements, to increase client engagement and revenue.

• Lead and mentor a team of SEO Managers, Leads, and PMs, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure consistent and high-quality results

• Oversee complex SEO challenges and provide expert guidance to address escalations, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

• Collaborate with content creators, designers, developers, and other marketing teams to ensure SEO best practices are properly implemented and maintained across all digital channels.

• Monitor, analyze, and report on SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, and others, providing actionable insights and recommendations.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, algorithm updates, and best practices in SEO to ensure strategies remain effective and competitive.

• Develop and oversee link-building strategies, including outreach and relationship building with industry influencers and websites.

• Manage and optimize local SEO efforts, including Google Business Profiles, local citations, and online reviews.

• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure all SEO initiatives are executed on time and within scope.

• Act as the lead SEO consultant for key clients, providing strategic recommendations, presenting SEO reports, performance updates, and outlining future plans during regular client meetings.

• Contribute to additional projects and initiatives as needed to support overall company goals, including participating in strategic planning sessions and collaborating on integrated digital marketing campaigns.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of on-page, off-page, and technical SEO best practices.

• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and similar platforms.

• Experience with local SEO strategies and tools.

• Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable insights and strategies.

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.

• Familiarity with CMS platforms like WordPress and a basic understanding of HTML/CSS.

• Familiarity with project management tools like Basecamp or similar.