VP, SEO Lead

dentsu Austria

. Set the vision and US roadmap for SEO across iProspect .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in SEO, including technical SEO, content strategy, and analytics, while effectively leading high-performing teams and managing major client relationships. Capable of translating complex search dynamics into actionable business strategies and measurable outcomes.

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12+ Years Of SEO Experience5+ Years Of Senior Leadership ExperienceDeep Expertise In Technical SEOStrong Understanding Of AI-Powered SearchExceptional Executive Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Technical SEOContent StrategyAnalyticsSearch PerformanceWebsite MigrationsSEO ToolsAI-Powered SearchPaid Search StrategySearch Performance MeasurementBusiness Outcome Connection

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationPresentation SkillsCommercial InstinctsTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise PlatformsSEO ToolsAnalytics PlatformsContent Management SystemsSearch Engine Algorithms

Industry Keywords

Digital DisciplinesClient RelationshipsTotal Search PropositionEmerging Search EnvironmentsConsumer Discovery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the vision and US roadmap for SEO across iProspect
Establish best-in-class standards across technical SEO, content, authority, experience and emerging search environments
Anticipate changes in search and consumer discovery and translate them into opportunities
Act as a senior voice for SEO and the future of search across iProspect, dentsu and the broader industry
Partner with Paid Search and LLMO leadership to build a connected Total Search proposition
Help clients navigate AI-powered, multimodal and fragmented discovery
Lead the evolution of SEO products, methodologies, tools and measurement approaches
Identify opportunities for AI and automation to improve work quality, speed and scalability
Serve as senior SEO strategic leader across priority clients and transformation programs
Provide perspectives for executive conversations, business reviews, pitches and strategic recommendations
Translate complex search, technical and consumer signals into business implications
Ensure high standards across strategy, insight and execution
Lead and develop a high-performing SEO organization and future leaders
Maintain standards across quality, client health, operations and delivery
Partner with Client Leadership and Growth teams to expand SEO relationships and Total Search opportunities
Lead major pitches and senior client engagements
Build relationships with platforms, technology partners and industry leaders

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in SEO, organic search or closely related digital disciplines, including experience with complex enterprise brands
5+ years of senior leadership experience managing teams, leaders and major client relationships
Deep expertise across technical SEO, content strategy, analytics and search performance
Strong understanding of AI-powered search, LLMs and changing discovery behaviors
Strong understanding of Paid Search and experience connecting paid and organic search strategy
Experience leading major website migrations, redesigns or technically complex SEO programs
Strong understanding of modern website technologies, enterprise platforms and SEO tools
Ability to connect search performance to meaningful business outcomes
Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills
Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and future leaders
Strong commercial instincts with experience supporting pitches, growth and senior client relationships
Ability to set a vision and translate it into clear priorities, programs and measurable outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave
Flexible working arrangements
In-person collaboration and office work options based on location and business needs