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We are currently recruiting for a forward-thinking SEO Director to be based in Dubai, to lead advanced strategies that drive measurable organic growth in the MENA region. This role demands a deep understanding of regional search behaviors, international and multilingual SEO, and the evolving landscape of search, including the integration of AI, large language models (LLMs), and cross-channel integration to drive organic growth for high-profile clients across diverse industries.

• Leadership (Strategy & Team): Develop and implement SEO strategies considering regional search trends, cultural nuances, local consumer behavior and that account for the growing influence of AI-powered search engines, LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT, Bard), and voice search in user journeys.
• Adaptation to Emerging Search Trends: Stay ahead of changes in search behavior driven by AI, conversational search, and zero-click searches, and incorporate these trends into SEO strategies.
• Technical SEO Expertise: Conduct comprehensive technical audits, optimizing site architecture, crawl efficiency, and indexing for large-scale, multilingual websites.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize advanced analytics platforms and custom reporting tools to track SEO performance across traditional and AI-driven search engines; provide insights on how organic search contributes to business outcomes and develop dashboards to track local and regional KPIs.
• Cross-Channel Integration: Collaborate with Paid Media, PR, Content, and Social Media teams to ensure SEO is integrated into broader marketing campaigns; support clients in aligning SEO with regional Martech stacks to enhance personalization and user experiences.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as a trusted advisor to clients, addressing complex SEO challenges such as AI-powered algorithms, regional competition, and emerging search behaviors; present strategies and results to senior stakeholders linking efforts to business growth and competitive advantages.
• Thought Leadership: Stay up-to-date with trends in search engine algorithms and consumer behavior; represent the agency at regional conferences, industry events, and webinars, showcasing thought leadership in the digital space; stay at the forefront of developments in LLMs, conversational AI, and search engine algorithms.

• 8+ years of experience in SEO, including leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in managing enterprise-level, international and multilingual websites.
• Strong technical SEO knowledge, including JavaScript frameworks, Core Web Vitals, and structured data.
• Deep understanding of regional search behavior, local SEO, and the cultural nuances of MENA markets.
• Experience with enterprise SEO tools (e.g., OnCrawl, Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, etc.) and analytics platforms.
• Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills, with experience influencing C-suite executives.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic is a strong advantage.