SEO Manager

Position Overview

Do you thrive on driving traffic and conversions for a business through strategic SEO? Are you a local SEO ninja able to dominate the map pack and crush SERPs for brick-and-mortar businesses? We are seeking a rockstar SEO Manager to join our dynamic team.

V Digital Services is one of the fastest-rising digital marketing agencies in the country, operating in over 300 US cities. Our team of 130+ analysts, client success managers, and marketing experts is dedicated to helping businesses – from single location to multi-location enterprises – succeed in the digital arena.

In this role, you will be the mastermind behind our local search products, responsible for leading a team of 10+ SEO professionals, conducting in-depth client audits, and devising strategies that consistently outperform the competition.

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Key Responsibilities

• Team Management (40%): Lead a team of 10+ SEO professionals in executing creative local SEO campaigns across diverse industries.
• Ensure timely completion of client projects and proactive communication within the team.
• Motivate and coach the team through regular one-on-ones, feedback sessions, and individual development plans.
• Lead weekly meetings to discuss priorities, address concerns, and redistribute workload as needed.
• Recruit, hire, and nurture new talent, contributing to the professional growth of your team.
• Assist with department budgeting, including staffing and capacity planning.
• Client Retention & Growth (30%): Drive SEO strategy during pivotal client interactions, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and monitor client performance to ensure targets are met.
• Identify opportunities to expand client accounts through upselling or cross-selling and participate in business development initiatives.
• Collaborate with pre-sales, web development, and other teams to maintain SEO alignment.
• SEO Product, Quality & Efficiency (30%): Contribute to the development of V Digital Services’ SEO products and operational processes.
• Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights to improve strategies and campaign outcomes.
• Streamline operational workflows and partner with leadership to drive efficiency across key performance indicators.
• Stay current with industry trends and marketplace changes to strategically guide your team.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years managing teams in an agency environment (experience with remote teams is a plus).
• Proven track record of driving traffic and conversions through strategic SEO.
• Hands-on experience with keyword research, on-page optimization, link-building, and local SEO strategy.
• Expertise in managing Google Business Profile, local citations, performance monitoring, and local reviews management.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Screaming Frog.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for SEO paired with a continuous learning mindset and willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience servicing and growing both SMB and enterprise accounts.
• Proficiency in technical SEO and website development.
• Preferred experience levels include approximately 3 years in management, 1 year in local SEO, and 1 year in organic SEO.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Career growth and learning opportunities from industry experts
• Fun and fast-paced company culture
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance