Director, SEO

Croud

. Support the SEO Director and VP Organic Performance and a team of Senior Account Managers, Managers and Associates in implementing best-in-class SEO strategy for key clients .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing SEO strategies, managing client accounts, and leading teams to drive organic performance. Strong ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders while ensuring adherence to SEO best practices.

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SEO Strategy DevelopmentDigital Marketing ExpertiseClient Account ManagementTeam Leadership and MentoringAnalytical and Mathematical Skills

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Hard Skills

SEO AdvertisingDigital MarketingData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointClient ReportingProject ManagementAccount Development PlansPerformance Measurement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsAttention to DetailTime Management

Industry Keywords

Organic SearchClient ServiceMarket ToolsCross-Channel Process DeliveryWorkflow Efficiencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the SEO Director and VP Organic Performance and a team of Senior Account Managers, Managers and Associates in implementing best-in-class SEO strategy for key clients
Manage and deliver SEO scopes using internal resources and specialist network
Build and effectively implement client Account Development Plans (ADPs)
Contribute to new business pitches and innovation processes
Lead unified Organic Search strategies across technical SEO, content and PR
Articulate SEO strategy to senior internal and external audiences
Develop and execute client strategies to increase profit and provide excellent customer service
Devise and deliver ADPs with wider teams
Manage client account profitability and resource pacing
Contribute to the overall direction of the Organic Performance department
Pioneer departmental direction across the team
Develop, mentor and train team members remotely and in person
Ensure client accounts follow SEO best practices and monitor hygiene factors
Define SEO best practices and scalable processes
Monitor new market tools and opportunities and share them with the wider team
Report and measure campaign effectiveness and deliver accurate, timely client reports
Share learnings with Social, Display, PPC and Analytics teams
Provide direction to SEO Executives and Managers on communication and client service standards
Directly manage SEO Executives and Managers, including monthly 1:1s and Quarterly Performance Reviews
Advocate knowledge sharing and cross-channel process delivery
Innovate technologies and ways of working and support the tech roadmap
Oversee team projects and project delivery
Contribute to new business processes and oversee sales support delivery
Identify opportunities to upsell digital services across the client portfolio
Drive team performance, margin and incremental revenue
Identify workflow efficiencies and continuously improve processes
Contribute to Croud marketing activities, including whitepapers, blog posts and speaking opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree level education or relevant equivalent experience
In-depth demonstrable experience in Digital Marketing
In-depth demonstrable experience in SEO advertising
Excellent communication, organisation, and presentation skills
A mathematical and analytical mind
Exceptional client service skills
Highly organized and an ability to multitask
Impeccable attention to detail
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Proven track record of working to deadlines
Proven time management skills
Proven ability to negotiate
Ability to autonomously identify opportunities, generate ideas and formulate strategies
Leadership skills, including managing direct reports and motivating teams
Demonstrable line management experience, mentoring and training
Proven experience in client expectation management roles and situations
Clear passion for digital marketing and SEO

Benefits

Comp & perks

20 days vacation a year with 12 public holidays observed
Early finish throughout the summer months
Enhanced paid parental leave
Healthy in-office meals and snacks
401(k) Savings Plan
Sales commission with pitch opportunities
Annual performance bonus
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Full paid medical Insurance for employee (including dental and vision)
Dependent contribution to medical, dental and vision coverage
Employer paid life insurance coverage
Monthly wellness membership stipend
Access to health guidance and wellness resources
Free Citi bike membership
Hybrid workspace support - home office setup is provided
Agile working policy
Regularly scheduled social events and quarterly team offsites