Senior SEO Manager

Latitude Digital Marketing; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital marketing agency is seeking a Senior SEO Manager to develop advanced SEO strategies for enterprise clients. This role involves managing technical SEO programs and collaborating across teams to enhance online visibility. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience and strong analytical skills. Flexible working options are available, along with an annual bonus scheme and self-development opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Flexible working hours

Paid self-development day each month

Generous family leave policies

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of technical SEO experience.
• Proficiency with SEO platforms and analytics tools.
• Experience developing measurable SEO strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies.
• Lead technical SEO programs for enterprise-level accounts.
• Conduct in-depth technical SEO audits.

Skills

Technical SEO experience

Analytical expertise

Leadership

Web technologies understanding

AI and LLM awareness

Tools

Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

Adobe Analytics

Google Search Console

Job description

Job Description

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.

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 Senior SEO Manager leads the development of advanced SEO strategies for enterprise-level clients, ensuring alignment with their business objectives. You will manage technical SEO programs, guiding a team of SEO professionals, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive organic growth and enhance online visibility. You\'ll be reporting to the Senior SEO Director

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies tailored to client goals, encompassing technical SEO, content optimisation, and link-building initiatives.
• Lead technical SEO programs for enterprise-level accounts, ensuring best practices are applied to enhance site performance and search rankings.
• Conduct in-depth technical SEO audits, identifying issues related to site architecture, crawlability, and indexation.
• Explore optimization opportunities for large language models (LLMs) and AI-driven search, advising clients on their potential impact on visibility and brand performance.
• Educate clients on how AI-powered tools and generative search are shaping user discovery, integrating these insights into SEO strategies.
• Leverage AI to enhance research, content creation, automation, and data analysis, driving efficiency in campaign delivery.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives, providing strategic insights to achieve desired outcomes.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of SEO roadmaps, ensuring delivery of projects within budget constraints.
• Utilise data pipelines and cloud technology to automate processes and develop datasets for analysis.
• Stay informed about industry trends and algorithm updates, adjusting strategies to maintain competitiveness.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of technical SEO experience
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth understanding of web technologies, including servers, applications, middleware, edgeware, and front-end frameworks, and their impact on SEO performance.
• Analytical Expertise: Ability to work with large datasets, utilizing tools like Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Adobe Analytics, Google Search Console, and enterprise SEO platforms to derive actionable insights.
• Experience developing SEO strategies that drive measurable results for large-scale websites.
• Awareness of LLM and AI-influenced search, with the ability to guide clients on opportunities, risks, and best practices.
• Use AI tools to support research, content ideation, and workflow automation without compromising quality.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team.
• Ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise 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.

💫 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. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

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