Senior SEO Account Manager

Searchability®; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Varied brand portfolio

AI Search exposure

Career development

Mentoring juniors

Ownership of accounts

Collaborative team

Job summary

Searchability is a forward-thinking digital marketing agency in Manchester, seeking a Senior SEO Account Manager to lead a portfolio of client campaigns, blend SEO strategy with emerging AI Search, and own client relationships.

You'll build and present strategies, conduct technical audits, coordinate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and help grow accounts while delivering measurable results for a varied brand roster.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SEO, ideally within an agency.
• Strong knowledge of technical SEO, on-page and off-page optimisation.
• Experience building and managing SEO strategies for multiple clients.
• Confidence using tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, GA4 and Google Search Console.
• Experience working on website migrations, international SEO or other complex SEO projects.
• An interest in AI Search and how organic search is continuing to evolve.
• Great communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with clients.
• Some experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• A commercial mindset and an understanding of how SEO can help businesses grow.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of SEO and AI Search campaigns across a portfolio of clients.
• Building SEO strategies that focus on delivering meaningful results, not just improving rankings.
• Getting involved in technical audits, keyword research, content planning and site optimisation.
• Working on more complex projects including website migrations and international SEO.
• Keeping an eye on campaign performance and spotting opportunities to improve results.
• Using GA4, Ahrefs, Google Search Console and Looker Studio to track performance and share insights.
• Building strong relationships with clients and becoming someone they can rely on for advice.
• Working alongside other digital specialists to ensure campaigns are aligned.
• Supporting pitches and identifying opportunities to grow existing client accounts.
• Helping junior team members develop their skills and confidence.

Skills

SEO

Strategic planning

Client relationships

Mentoring

Cross-team collaboration

Digital marketing

AI Search

Tools

Ahrefs

SEMrush

Screaming Frog

GA4

Google Search Console

Looker Studio

Job description

• Work with an exciting mix of established brands across SEO and AI Search
• Join a creative, forward-thinking digital agency that genuinely values new ideas
• Take ownership of your own accounts while helping to develop and mentor a talented SEO team
• Officed locations in Manchester or Greater Liverpool area

ABOUT THE CLIENT

We're working with a fantastic digital marketing agency that's looking for an experienced Senior SEO Account Manager to join its team.

They're an established agency with a great reputation for delivering results, working with a range of brands on everything from technical SEO and content strategies to the ever-changing world of AI Search.

What makes this opportunity particularly interesting is the variety. You'll have the chance to get involved in some exciting projects, build genuine relationships with clients and have a real say in the direction of their SEO campaigns.

It's a great fit for someone who loves SEO, enjoys working with people and is looking for that next step where they can take on more responsibility without losing the hands-on side of what they do.

THE BENEFITS

• Salary up to £45k DOE
• Work with a varied portfolio of established brands
• Opportunity to get involved in AI Search and emerging SEO developments
• Plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career
• Supportive team where ideas and collaboration are encouraged
• Chance to mentor junior team members and develop your leadership experience
• Real ownership over your accounts and the strategies you deliver

THE SENIOR SEO ACCOUNT MANAGER ROLE

As Senior SEO Account Manager, you'll be the go-to person for a portfolio of clients, helping them get the most out of their organic search activity.

You'll be involved in everything from putting together SEO strategies and identifying new opportunities to presenting results and helping clients understand what comes next.

There's a good balance of strategy, technical SEO and relationship management, so it's ideal for someone who enjoys getting stuck into the detail but is equally comfortable jumping on a call with a client.

Day to day, you'll be:

• Taking ownership of SEO and AI Search campaigns across a portfolio of clients
• Building SEO strategies that focus on delivering meaningful results, not just improving rankings
• Getting involved in technical audits, keyword research, content planning and site optimisation
• Working on more complex projects including website migrations and international SEO
• Keeping an eye on campaign performance and spotting opportunities to improve results
• Using tools like GA4, Ahrefs, Google Search Console and Looker Studio to track performance and share insights
• Building strong relationships with clients and becoming someone they can genuinely rely on for advice
• Working alongside other digital specialists to make sure campaigns are working together
• Supporting pitches and identifying opportunities to grow existing client accounts
• Helping junior members of the team develop their skills and confidence

You'll also be encouraged to bring your own ideas to the table. SEO is constantly changing, particularly with AI Search becoming a bigger part of the conversation, so they're looking for someone who enjoys keeping up with the industry and trying new approaches.

SENIOR SEO ACCOUNT MANAGER ESSENTIAL SKILLS

We're looking for someone who's already built up a solid background in SEO and is ready to take the next step in their career.

Ideally, you'll have:

• 5+ years of experience working in SEO, ideally within an agency
• Strong knowledge of technical SEO, on-page and off-page optimisation
• Experience building and managing SEO strategies for multiple clients
• Confidence using tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, GA4 and Google Search Console
• Experience working on website migrations, international SEO or other complex SEO projects
• An interest in AI Search and how organic search is continuing to evolve
• Great communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with clients
• Some experience mentoring or supporting junior team members
• A commercial mindset and an understanding of how SEO can help businesses grow

You don't need to be someone who knows absolutely everything, but you should be confident in your SEO knowledge, comfortable taking ownership of your work and genuinely interested in where the industry is heading.

If you're currently a Senior SEO Executive looking to step up, or an SEO Account Manager who wants more ownership and the chance to work on bigger strategies, this could be a really interesting move.

KEY SKILLS

Senior SEO Account Manager, SEO Account Manager, SEO, Technical SEO, SEO Strategy, AI Search, Organic Search, Digital Marketing, Agency, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, GA4, Google Search Console, Looker Studio, Website Migrations, International SEO, Client Management