Remote Manager, SEO

Bilinguallink; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off & Flexibility

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Learning & Growth

Tech Perks

Job summary

Marketbridge, a leading growth consulting and marketing services firm, seeks an SEO Manager to lead development, execution, and performance of comprehensive SEO strategies for a diverse B2B client portfolio.

This remote role requires EST hours and collaboration across content, design, and web development teams to deliver SEO-optimized content and measurable client ROI.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years SEO experience, ideally in a B2B environment.
• Proven expertise developing large-scale SEO strategies with measurable results.
• Extensive experience with Analytics tools (GA4, Google Search Console) and industry platforms.
• Strong knowledge of SEO best practices and algorithms; able to adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term SEO strategies for high-profile B2B clients and roadmaps for visibility and traffic.
• Implement on-page, off-page, and technical SEO recommendations; drive content strategy with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as SEO expert and primary client contact, articulating ROI and progress to stakeholders.
• Monitor performance using GA4/GA Console and SEM tools; provide actionable insights and optimization.

Skills

SEO strategy

Content strategy

Technical SEO

Analytics GA4

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Business/CS

Tools

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Screaming Frog

Google Analytics 4

Job description

This is a remote role, required to work in EST hours.

Who We Are

Marketbridge is a leading integrated growth consulting and marketing services firm that accelerates performance from strategy through execution. We combine management consultancy with marketing agency expertise, all backed by marketing science, creative problem-solving, and technological know-how. Our integrated approach brings together teams, technology, data, strategies, processes, and plans to fuel sustainable revenue growth and build deeper, more resonant customer relationships. With a team of 300 professionals across global locations including Boston, D.C.,London, and Canada, Marketbridge partners with over 150 clients worldwide, including Amazon Web Services, AMD, MetLife, Flex and CERN.

Who We're Looking For

If driving quality web traffic through super-smart, leading-edge search engine optimization is something that makes your heart pitter-patter, then this role might be for you.Marketbridge is seeking an SEO Manager.To lead the development, execution, and performance of comprehensive SEO strategies for a diverse portfolio of B2B clients.

You will be responsible for developing comprehensive SEO strategies across all key pillars (Content, off-page, and technical SEO) for our clients, as well as collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with overall marketing goals. You’ll be a key decision-maker in driving client success and agency growth through successful organic search strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic SEO Development & Execution:

• Developlong-term SEO strategies for high-profile B2B clients,incorporatingbusinessobjectives, target audience needs, and industry best practices
• Develop high-level SEO roadmaps thatincorporate keySEOpillar(content, off-page, technical)to drive searchvisibility and traffic
• Implement on-page, off-pageand technical SEO recommendations
• Drive the development and execution of content strategies, collaborating with content, design, andwebdevelopment teams to create SEO-optimized, high-performing content.
• Adjuststrategies as needed toaddress emerging SEO trends and search engine algorithm changes

Client Relationship & Communication:

• Serve as the SEO subject matter expert and primary point of contact for key clients, providing strategic guidance and leadership, with the support of a direct supervisor
• Manage relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring SEO goals andperformanceare clearly communicated, met, and exceeded
• Present deliverablesand reports for clients,highlighting SEO performance,incorporating KPIs,andprovidingactionablenext steps

Data-Driven Decision Making & Performance Reporting:

• Leverageanalytics tools (Google Analytics4, Google Search Console) and SEMtools (SEMrush,Ahrefs)tomonitor, track, and report SEO performance.
• Utilizedata to drive actionable insights,identifyareas for improvement, andoptimizeSEO strategies continuously.
• Establishbenchmarksand monitor KPIs to assessperformanceandoptimizeefforts for continuous growth.

Innovation & Process Improvement:

• Developan environment of innovation,incorporatingnew trends,tactics, technologies, and strategiesto successfully address SEO in 2025
• Establish and refine SEO processes todriveefficiencyand consistency across theSearchteam
• Be a thought leader for SEO and changes happening in that space including, AI Search, cross-channel opportunities, andidentifynew tools that can beleveraged.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of SEO experience, ideally within a B2B environment
• Provenexpertiseindevelopinglarge-scale SEOstrategiesthat drive measurable resultsfor clients
• Extensive experience withAnalyticstools (GA4, GoogleSearch Console) as well asindustry-standardSEOplatforms (SEMrush,Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, andothers)
• Strongknowledge of SEO best practices, search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and the ability toremain nimble to address changes in the search industry

Leadership & Communication:

• Strongcollaborationskills,including cross-departmentalknowledge sharing
• Excellent client-facing skills, with experience in presenting to senior executives and stakeholders and building long-term client relationships
• Strongcommunicationand presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex SEO concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to align SEO strategies withclient businessobjectives, ensuring clear ROI and measurable results

Technical SEO:

• Expertisewithintechnical SEO, including site audits, mobile optimization, site speed, crawlability, schema markup, and server-side optimizations.
• Experience with site migration projects andwebsiterefreshes, includingimplementing301 redirect maps, content migration, andSEO best practices during these transitions
• Knowledge of structured data (schema markup) and its role in enhancing visibility in search results.
• Understanding and experience with common CMS platforms (such asWordPress) and relevant plug-ins (such as Yoast)

Certifications & Education:

• Relevant certifications, such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, or certifications from platformssuchasSEMrush or HubSpot, are highly preferred.
• ABachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred but notrequired

Desired Attributes:

• Strategic thinking, with a clear understanding of how SEO fits within the broader digital marketing landscape.
• Innovative mindset, with a passion for staying on top of SEO trends and the digital marketing landscape.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and manage complex tasks in a fast-paced environment

Our Culture and Values

Marketbridge supports Fortune 50 companies and global brands in redefining how they go to market.

How we work together matters just as much as the work itself. Our values shape how weoperateday to day.Be Kindmeans treating teammates with respect and showing up for one another.Be Openreflects how we collaborate, share perspectives, and give clear, honest feedback.Be Realspeaks to a culture of authenticity, where people can speak up and be themselves.Be Bravepushes us to challenge assumptions, think critically, and pursue ideas that lead toreal results.

You’lljoin a collaborative team focused on solving real problems for complex clients. From day one,you’llgain hands-on experience, work closely with supportive leaders, and continue developing through meaningful client work and ongoing learning. We value accountability, curiosity, and ownership, and we trust people to take initiative and follow through.

Here,you’lldo meaningful work, alongside smart people, with room to grow as the business grows.

Benefits & Perks

• Time Off & Flexibility – Flexible PTO, summer Fridays, and paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks for birthing parents). Plus, we’re closed from Christmas to New Year’s so you can fully unplug.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical benefits and free premium access to the Calm app for relaxation and mindfulness.
• Financial Security – 401(k) with a 3% company contribution* (US Only), life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage for extra peace of mind.
• Learning & Growth – A professional development fund ($500) and continuous learning programs to invest in your career.
• Tech & Perks – Company-provided laptop & accessories, monthly Wi-Fi & cell stipend, ChatGPT Enterprise accessand exclusive discounts through Perkopolis.

Note: This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in Canada without visa sponsorship. Marketbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We aim to offer competitive and fair compensation based on experience, location, and market benchmarks. The salary range for this role is $65,000 - $82,000 CAD.