SEO Strategist

POD Marketing; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Flex days

Remote work policy

Volunteer time

Benefits package

Job summary

POD Marketing, a Calgary-based full-service agency, is looking for an SEO Account Manager to lead client campaigns and drive measurable results across technical and content SEO. You will liaise with clients, direct the SEO content strategy, and collaborate with the SEO team to optimize performance.

The role emphasizes keyword research, analytics, and delivering an exceptional client experience while staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in digital marketing with SEO focus
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field
• Strong organizational and client management skills
• Experience with WordPress and SEO tools
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts with SEO strategies
• Oversee technical and content SEO initiatives
• Analyze performance data and report to clients
• Coordinate with SEO team and cross-functional colleagues
• Conduct keyword research and content planning
• Execute on-page and technical SEO tasks (e.g., redirects)
• Train new team members on SEO best practices
• Stay updated on industry trends

Skills

Digital marketing

SEO

Client relationship mgmt

WordPress

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMRush

Communication

Project management

Content strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

WordPress

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Google Business Profile

SEMRush

Job description

Who Are You?

You are someone who is excited about the ever-changing world of search and driven by curiosity, data analytics, and helping clients become visible to potential patients.

What's the Role?

You will manage a portfolio of client accounts, developing and executing SEO strategies that drive measurable results while delivering an exceptional client experience. You'll oversee technical and content-focused SEO initiatives, analyze performance data, and collaborate with the SEO team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, focusing on delivering an exceptional client experience that is tailored to the specific needs of each individual, ensuring satisfaction and long-lasting relationships.

• Formulate and supervise SEO strategies across multiple verticals.

• Utilize WordPress for blog publishing and essential SEO adjustments.

• Serve as the client's main point of contact for deliverables and performance discussions.

• Generate captivating blog topics and direct the SEO content strategy.

• Conduct comprehensive keyword research and optimizations.

• Extract actionable insights using tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Business Profile, and SEMRush.

• Manage and oversee the completion of technical SEO tasks, such as 301 redirects.

• Train new team members on best practices and protocols, providing valuable insights to improve their performance.

• Support process innovation and documentation, working closely with the Senior team members and manager to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.

• Participate in small-scale product development initiatives, contributing ideas and collaborating on implementation.

• Continuously stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure we are ahead of the curve.

Required Experience & Skills

• Legally able to work in Canada and located in Calgary, AB

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

• 2+ years of digital marketing experience, with at least 1 year focused on SEO.

• 2+ years in customer service, hospitality, or client relationship management

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities

• Basic writing and editing skills.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and an analytical mindset.

• Ability and willingness to communicate with clients, including the ability to simplify complex concepts.

• SEO certification (ex: HubSpot, Moz, SEMRush, etc.).

• Experience with WordPress, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Business Profile, and SEMRush.

Who is POD Marketing?

POD Marketing is a full-service agency that works across marketing, consulting, and HR to help clients solve real business challenges. Behind that work is an incredible group of people. We put just as much care into supporting our team as we do our clients, creating an environment where people feel trusted, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

At POD, culture isn’t about perks (though we have those too). It’s about how you feel at work: accepted for who you are, encouraged to grow, and surrounded by people who want to see you succeed. That approach has earned us multiple awards, including recognition as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

What's in it for You?

At POD Marketing, we work hard, have fun, and genuinely support each other. We believe people do their best work when they feel valued, trusted, and balanced; and we’ve built an environment that makes that possible.

You’ll enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, twelve flex days, a Passion Day to spend however you choose, and a company-wide MeMonday to prioritize mental health. We offer a thirty-day remote work policy for when you need a change of scenery, twenty-six hours of paid volunteer time each year, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and spending accounts.

Growth and development are also a priority at POD. You’ll have access to our mentorship program, our in-house leadership development program, DiSC communication training, and ongoing learning opportunities designed to help you grow your skills and career. You’ll also have regular one-on-one check-ins, quarterly performance conversations, and a culture of continuous feedback that keeps you supported and clear on expectations.

Our downtown Calgary office is bright, modern, and stocked with good coffee, snacks, and great people. We offer discounts with local vendors and a culture that’s collaborative, energetic, and built on trust and respect.

At POD Marketing, we believe in creating an inclusive work environment, which is why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider and evaluate all qualified candidates based on their qualifications without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.