Manager, SEO

Lever, Inc.; New York (NY); Remote; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Unlimited PTO

Flexible schedules

Work from anywhere options*

100% paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life, Pet Insurance

Sponsored life insurance

Short Term Disability insurance

Job summary

Wpromote seeks an SEO Manager to lead client strategies across technical SEO, content, and AI search for a diverse book of business. You will collaborate with a team of SEO experts, own client relationships, and drive measurable outcomes through data-driven optimization.

This remote-first role offers flexible schedules, unlimited PTO, and an array of benefits. Office hubs in Los Angeles and New York provide in-person learning and collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in agency SEO for clients
• Minimum 1 year of client-facing experience
• Lead strategy for multiple growth SEO and AI Search clients
• Strong understanding of SEO fundamentals: keyword research, search intent, technical SEO, site architecture
• Familiar with AI search systems and how they surface content
• Experience with GA4, Google Search Console, and performance measurement
• Content strategy including entity optimization and structured data
• CMS familiarity (WordPress/Shopify/Magento) a plus
• Able to adapt to a rapidly evolving search landscape
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple client websites, implementing changes across technical SEO, content, and AI search optimization.
• Optimize visibility across traditional search engines and AI-driven discovery platforms.
• Own client retention and identify growth opportunities.
• Build strong client relationships through regular communication and strategic discussions.
• Develop integrated SEO/AI solutions to improve discoverability and performance.
• Stay current on SEO/AI trends, algorithms, and competitive activity.
• Create reports and dashboards showing rankings, traffic, and business impact.
• Present insights and strategic recommendations to shape content and SEO strategies.

Skills

Keyword research

Technical SEO

Content strategy

Client management

Communication skills

Tools

GA4

Google Search Console

WordPress

Shopify

Job description

The Role

We are looking for an SEO Manager to join our growing team at Wpromote! Our ideal candidate will have a passion for establishing strong relationships with their clients, a natural curiosity for website optimization, and a knack for being proactive in pursuing growth opportunities for their book of business. You will work with a group of amazing SEO team members that you are able to learn from and bounce ideas off of. Read on, if this sounds like your next challenge!

At Wpromote, we believe that great work is only possible with great people. Our goal is to build a better, more inclusive work environment and support our people at every stage of their careers by prioritizing a strong work-life balance through our policies and benefits listed below. As a Best Place to Work according to both Ad Age and Glassdoor and Adweek’s Fastest Growing Digital Agency, we are moving fast to expand our teams and bring new experts into the fold to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in marketing.
We offer:

• Remote-first culture
• Unlimited PTO
• Extended Holiday break (Winter)
• Flexible schedules
• Work from anywhere options*
• 100% paid parental leave
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
• Sponsored life insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance and additional voluntary insurance
• Annual Class Pass credits and more!

The anticipated annual salary for this role will range from $69,000 - 80,000, based on consideration of a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, education and certifications, competitive benchmarks, scope of responsibility, market dynamics, geographic location, and respective state’s salary threshold for exempt employees. At Wpromote, pay ranges are subject to change and are based on specific market medians for similar jobs according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary due to skills, experience, and available budget. The total compensation package for this role will include benefits (listed above).

*This position may be performed remotely in most states within the US, with some exclusions

**While this role offers the flexibility to work remotely, we have office hubs in Los Angeles and New York, where you can join in on learning and development opportunities, fun events, take advantage of a space to work, and collaborate in person!

***This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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You Will Be

• Working on multiple client websites and digital ecosystems by implementing changes across technical SEO, content, and AI search optimization in order to comply with evolving search engine and AI platform best practices.
• Optimizing for visibility across both traditional search engines (Google, Bing) and AI-driven discovery platforms (e.g., generative engines, assistants, and answer engines).
• Owning client retention and proactively identifying profitable growth opportunities across assigned accounts.
• Building strong client relationships through consistent communication, including virtual meetings, email, and ongoing strategic discussions.
• Strategizing with team members to develop integrated SEO and AI Search solutions that drive discoverability, authority, and performance.
• Staying current on developments across SEO and AI Search, including industry trends, algorithm updates, LLM advancements, and competitive activity.
• Creating reports and dashboards to gauge performance across rankings, traffic, and AI-driven visibility, and to demonstrate business impact.
• Presenting insights and strategic recommendations to clients to help shape their content, technical SEO, and AI Search strategies.
• Supporting new business and organic growth opportunities by contributing SEO expertise to solution development, proposals, and cross-functional sales efforts.
• Working with a client’s development, content, and product teams to implement changes to their website and digital presence, including structured data, content systems, and AI-readable formats.

You Must Have

• 2-3 years experience doing SEO work for clients within an agency environment
• Minimum 1 year of client facing experience
• Desire to lead strategy for multiple large growth SEO and AI Search clients
• Strong understanding of SEO fundamentals including keyword research, search intent, technical SEO, and website architecture
• Familiarity with how AI search systems (e.g., LLMs, generative engines) retrieve, interpret, and surface content
• Experience with keyword research, competitive analysis, and emerging AI search tools
• Familiarity with Google Analytics (GA4), Google Search Console, and performance measurement across both traditional and AI-driven search environments
• Understanding of content strategy, including entity-based optimization, topical authority, and structured data
• Experience working directly on websites (general knowledge of CMS such as WordPress, Shopify, or Magento is a plus)
• Ability to quickly pick up new skills and adapt to a rapidly evolving search landscape
• Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to hit and exceed deadlines required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral while paying close attention to detail
• A proactive approach to collaborating with others and managing workload

Wpromote is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Wpromote.
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