Head of SEO

Colab; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

COLAB is seeking an experienced SEO Lead to drive strategic, data-driven SEO initiatives for US-based clients in a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of hands-on SEO experience, leads SEO teams of 5–10+ members, and communicates clearly with clients. A strong understanding of AI trends and the evolving search landscape is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on SEO experience
• Experience leading SEO teams of 5–10+ members
• Strong experience with US-based clients in a marketing agency environment
• Excellent English written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of current SEO trends, AI developments, and evolving search landscape

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an SEO team of 5–10+ members.
• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for US-based clients.
• Manage client relationships and participate in client-facing calls and meetings.
• Oversee technical, on-page, off-page, and local SEO initiatives.
• Review SEO performance, identify opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Monitor industry trends and AI developments impacting SEO and digital marketing.
• Guide the team on SEO best practices and quality standards.
• Analyze performance using tools like GA, GSC, Semrush, and Ahrefs.

Skills

SEO leadership

Team management

Client communication

Strategic thinking

Analytics

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Semrush

Ahrefs

Job description

Job Summary

COLAB is looking for an experienced SEO Lead remotelywith 10+ years of hands-on SEO experience and strong leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate must have experience working with US clients within a marketing agency environment, excellent English communication skills, and a strong understanding of current SEO trends, AI developments, and the evolving search landscape.

This is a client-facing leadership role requiring the ability to manage SEO teams, communicate directly with clients, and drive strategic SEO initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an SEO team of 5–10+ team members.
• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for US-based clients.
• Manage client relationships and participate in client-facing calls and meetings.
• Oversee technical, on-page, off-page, and local SEO initiatives.
• Review SEO performance, identify opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Monitor industry trends, search algorithm changes, and emerging SEO practices.
• Stay up to date with AI developments and their impact on SEO, search, content, and digital marketing.
• Guide the team on SEO best practices, quality standards, and performance improvement.
• Analyze SEO performance using tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Semrush, Ahrefs, and other relevant platforms.
• Prepare and present SEO reports, insights, and recommendations to clients.
• Collaborate with content, paid media, development, and account management teams.
• Ensure SEO deliverables, KPIs, and client requirements are consistently met.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional SEO experience.
• Proven experience leading and managing SEO teams of 5–10+ members.
• Strong experience working with US-based clients.
• Marketing agency experience is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of technical, on-page, off-page, and local SEO.
• Strong knowledge of current SEO trends and the evolving search landscape.
• Good understanding of AI in SEO and digital marketing, including emerging AI-driven search and content trends.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Confident and professional when dealing directly with clients.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Work Location: Remote