Account Director - SEO

Group M Worldwide Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic SEO Account Director to lead innovative strategies that drive performance and growth for clients. In this role, you will manage and mentor a talented team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional SEO campaigns while collaborating closely with digital specialists. With a focus on personal development and access to cutting-edge tools, this position offers outstanding opportunities for growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about SEO and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to GroupM tools

Online learning opportunities

Guest speaker events

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of technical SEO and on-page optimization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Proactive problem-solving and commercial awareness needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive SEO strategy and oversee client campaigns.
• Manage a team of SEO Account Managers and Executives.
• Ensure clients are informed about campaign performance.

Skills

Technical SEO

On-page Optimization

Link Building

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Commercial Awareness

Job description

SEO Account Director

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

At EssenceMediacom, we aim to eradicate inequity. We support and develop our talent without bias, fostering empathy, creativity, and diversity of thought to drive meaningful change for our people, clients, industry, and society. As part of WPP and GroupM, we are committed to fighting racial injustice and believe in individual responsibility as an employer and industry leader.

We encourage applications from candidates who do not meet all requirements to explore whether this role is a good fit for them. We recognize that marginalized groups, including women, people of color, and those with disabilities, may self-discount if they feel they do not meet every requirement, which is why we promote open connection and conversation.

Overview of role

As a SEO Account Director, you will:

1. Drive the SEO strategy, delivering performance and growth for our clients.
2. Oversee the delivery of client SEO campaigns, ensuring best practices, innovation, and excellence across strategy, planning, implementation, and reporting.
3. Review and approve key client-facing documentation, reports, and presentations.
4. Produce strategic insights and analysis to define long-term organic strategies, leveraging emerging technologies and trends.
5. Support team members with your SEO expertise.
6. Manage and develop team members, delegating tasks accordingly.
7. Act as a mentor, ensuring training needs are identified and addressed.
8. Stay updated with industry changes and lead knowledge-sharing sessions.

Reporting of the role

You will report to the SEO Director.

3 best things about the job

1. Working with an amazing team and successful clients.
2. Outstanding personal development opportunities, including access to GroupM tools, online learning, events, and guest speakers.
3. Close collaboration with digital and media specialists to enhance your experience and performance.

Responsibilities of the role

Business

• Ensure clients and teams are informed about campaign performance and tactics.
• Manage client budgets and ensure accurate financial activities.
• Provide optimal solutions within client budgets.
• Collaborate with client service teams to devise SEO strategies.
• Support new business efforts through RFP responses and meetings.
• Celebrate and promote successes internally and externally.

People

• Manage a team of SEO Account Managers and Executives.
• Monitor and support workload management.
• Develop team skills through training and mentoring.
• Ensure clarity of responsibilities among staff.
• Guide campaigns within a structured framework.

What you will need

• Strong knowledge of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and link building.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to brief and collaborate with other teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and scope management abilities.

About Essence Media

We are a global agency leading with innovative thinking, building growth for brands, and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our people are central to our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that supports career growth and collaboration.

Please note: This is a UK-based role and requires the right to work in the UK.