SEO Manager

jellyfishcareers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401k retirement plan

Healthcare coverage

Remote work up to 60%

Flexible working hours

Paid self-development day

Paid caregiver leave

Job summary

Jellyfish is seeking an SEO Manager to lead organic search strategies within our Earned Media team. You will develop data-driven SEO plans, perform technical audits, and collaborate with Content, UX, Social, Paid Media and Development to drive visibility and ROI for clients.

You will manage multiple client projects, analyze SEO data, and present insights to stakeholders. A strong background in site architecture, Core Web Vitals, and link-building is essential. Remote-friendly with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with website architecture, indexing, crawling, schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and site performance optimizations.
• Proficient in Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, Majestic, BuzzSumo, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and/or Google Tag Manager.
• Ability to conduct keyword research, increase content for search engines, and align strategies with user behavior.
• Experienced in analyzing SEO data, drawing insights, and making recommendations.
• Experience in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with client expectations.
• Experience troubleshooting SEO challenges and adapting to changes in search algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop SEO strategies tailored to client goals, ensuring measurable success.
• Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits, resolving site architecture issues, crawlability challenges, and performance gaps.
• Increase onsite content, ensuring it aligns with SEO best practices, user intent, and organic search trends.
• Design and implement white-hat link-building strategies to improve domain authority and organic rankings.
• Use insights from SEO research, competitor analysis, and market trends to refine strategies and enhance search visibility.
• Provide performance reports with applicable insights, linking data to next steps and growth.
• Participate in internal and client-facing meetings, positioning yourself as a subject matter expert.
• Collaborate with Social, Content, Paid Media, Display, Creative, Development, and UX teams to ensure SEO is integrated into broader marketing campaigns.
• Work with Client Services and Project Management to ensure projects remain on budget and within agreed timelines.

Skills

Website architecture

Indexing

Crawling

Schema markup

Core Web Vitals

Site performance

Screaming Frog

Semrush

Ahrefs

Majestic

BuzzSumo

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Google Tag Manager

Tools

Screaming Frog

Semrush

Ahrefs

Majestic

BuzzSumo

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Google Tag Manager

Job description

At Jellyfish we believe that our individual differences are our greatest assets. We are passionate about empowering every employee to reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and firmly believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and leads to better solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other personal characteristics that make them who they are.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.

Job Description

The SEO Manager is an important role within Jellyfish's Earned Media team, responsible for leading organic search strategies that improve business growth for our clients. Reporting to our SEO Director, you will develop data-driven SEO strategies, build technical and content optimizations, and collaborate with our teams to provide integrated marketing solutions. The SEO Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring our clients achieve strong organic visibility, traffic growth, and improved ROI.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Develop SEO strategies tailored to client goals, ensuring measurable success.

• Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits, resolving site architecture issues, crawlability challenges, and performance gaps.

• Increase onsite content, ensuring it aligns with SEO best practices, user intent, and organic search trends.

• Design and implement white-hat link-building strategies to improve domain authority and organic rankings.

• Use insights from SEO research, competitor analysis, and market trends to refine strategies and enhance search visibility.

• Provide performance reports with applicable insights, linking data to next steps and growth.

• Participate in internal and client-facing meetings, positioning yourself as a subject matter expert.

• Collaborate with Social, Content, Paid Media, Display, Creative, Development, and UX teams to ensure SEO is integrated into broader marketing campaigns.

• Work with Client Services and Project Management to ensure projects remain on budget and within agreed timelines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with website architecture, indexing, crawling, schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and site performance optimizations.

• Proficient in Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, Majestic, BuzzSumo, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and/or Google Tag Manager.

• Ability to conduct keyword research, increase content for search engines, and align strategies with user behavior.

• Experienced in analyzing SEO data, drawing insights, and making recommendations.

• Experience in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with client expectations.

• Experience troubleshooting SEO challenges and adapting to changes in search algorithms.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs

• Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme and 401k retirement plan.
• Healthcare plans: Have peace of mind with our healthcare, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and life cover.
• Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.
• Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
• Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.