VP/Director, Search & AI Visibility

Sosemo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Annual bonus opportunity

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Sosemo is seeking an innovative VP/Director, Search & AI Visibility to evolve our SEO capability. This leadership role focuses on client success, team growth, and AI-enabled operational transformation.

The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of SEO leadership experience, a strong command of technical SEO, and proven client management skills. We offer a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health insurance, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of SEO leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading agency or enterprise SEO programs.
• Strong understanding of AI governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow SEO, GEO, AEO, and AI Search capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement across services and processes.
• Serve as an executive strategic advisor for key client relationships.

Skills

SEO leadership experience

Technical SEO

AI platforms implementation

Client relationship skills

Healthcare marketing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or Communications

Tools

Copilot Studio

Marketing automation platforms

Job description

Sosemois an award-winning strategic search and media agency built for where discovery is headed next. We help brands win visibility across traditional search engines, AI-powered answer environments, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and emerging AI-driven discovery experiences. Our operating model is human-led and AI agent-enabled, combining strategicexpertisewith governed automation and workflow innovation.

Job Description

We areseekingan innovative and growth-mindedVP/Director, Search & AI Visibilityto lead and evolve Sosemo's SEO capability.This executive leadership roleis responsible forclient success, team leadership, capability growth, service innovation, profitability, and AI-enabled operational transformation. TheVP/Director, Search & AI Visibilitywill serve as both the strategic owner of the SEO organization and the executive sponsor for AI-powered search innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and growSosemo'sSEO, GEO, AEO, and AI Search capability.
• Define service offerings, delivery frameworks, methodologies, and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across services, processes, and technologies.
• Serve asan executivestrategic advisor for key client relationships.
• Lead major account planning and growth initiatives.
• Support audits, proposals, pitches, and business development efforts.
• Drive client retention and satisfaction.
• Assistin revenue forecasting and capability growth planning.
• Define and execute the roadmap for AI-enabled SEO operations.
• Oversee AI-powered workflow development
• Establish governance standards for AI agents, automation, prompt libraries, workflows,approvalsdocumentation, and quality control.
• Transform agency IP, methodologies, SOPs, templates, and training materials into scalable operational systems.
• Develop KPIs to measure efficiency, adoption, quality improvement, and business impact.
• Evaluate emerging AI platforms, connectors, automation technologies, and workflow tools.
• RepresentSosemoas a thought leaderat conferencesand client presentations
• Develop POVs around SEO, GEO, AI Search, AEO, and the future of discovery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop SEO team members.
• Build training programs around search innovation, AI adoption, and workflow excellence.
• Create a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science,Communicationsor related field.
• 8+ years of SEO leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading agency or enterprise SEO programs.
• Deep understanding of technical SEO,GEO, AEO, analytics, and content strategy.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and client portfolios.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Experience implementing AI platforms, workflow automation solutions, or operational modernization programs.
• Familiarity withCopilot StudioandMarketing automation platforms
• Strong understanding of AI governance, responsible AI principles, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Healthcare and pharmaceutical marketing experience is a plus.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)with match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work environment
• Significant leadership and growth opportunities

Additional Information:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.

Our office is located at 26 Broadway, NYC, with access to common areas, a podcast studio, and stocked snacks and coffee.

AI Enablement Statement

Sosemois building a human-led, AI agent-enabled operating model. Employees in this role will be expected to activelyleverage, improve, and help evolve AI-enabled workflows that support SEO, GEO, analytics, reporting, content optimization, research, and operational efficiency. AI is used to enhance productivity and scale, but humanexpertise, judgment, accountability, and client stewardship remain central to every deliverable.