SEO Director: Lead Data-Driven Growth & Strategy

Zenith; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wholeself program

Global AI Marcel access

Extensive Learning & Development

Flexible working options

Job summary

Publicis Groupe ANZ is seeking an SEO Director to lead cross-market campaigns for a major global client. You’ll shape the SEO strategy, push beyond briefs, and mentor the SEO Managers while building senior client relationships.

In a fast-paced, flexible environment, you’ll drive test-and-learn programs, ensure high-quality output, and align SEO initiatives with commercial goals across markets in Australia and beyond.

Qualifications

• Established SEO experience in a fast-paced agency.
• Strong technical and strategic understanding of SEO, including how search engines function.
• Confidence using analytics to measure impact and inform decisions.
• Excellent client management and stakeholder engagement.
• Mentoring and developing junior talent within teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end SEO campaigns that exceed client objectives across markets.
• Lead the strategic direction and senior delivery of SEO work.
• Develop your SEO expertise and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Shape scalable SEO programmes aligned to growing client portfolios.
• Build strong client relationships and identify risks and growth opportunities.
• Mentor SEO Managers to drive progression and high performance.

Skills

SEO strategy

Analytics

Client management

Mentoring

Leadership

Job description

Publicis Groupe ANZ is seeking an SEO Director to lead cross-market campaigns for a major global client. You’ll shape the SEO strategy, push beyond briefs, and mentor the SEO Managers while building senior client relationships.

In a fast-paced, flexible environment, you’ll drive test-and-learn programs, ensure high-quality output, and align SEO initiatives with commercial goals across markets in Australia and beyond.