SEO Manager

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary and Impact

The SEO Manager will be responsible for spearheading the comprehensive SEO strategy, ensuring organic visibility and search engine positioning objectives are met. This pivotal role involves serving as the primary liaison with strategic-level clients and guaranteeing the team's precise tactical execution. The impact of this position is far-reaching, as it drives business success by defining and aligning SEO strategies with client goals, prioritizing initiatives for maximum impact, and fostering an efficient, professionally developed SEO team. Furthermore, the manager will be instrumental in presenting high-level results, insights, and data-driven optimizations to clients, ensuring continuous improvement and robust performance.

Skills and Experience:

• Professional background in related fields (marketing, communication, data analysis).
• Proven experience in managing complex SEO projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Advanced knowledge in technical SEO, content SEO, and data analysis.
• Leadership skills, executive communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Advanced proficiency/certification in SEO tools (Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, etc.).
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable SEO experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership and team management role.
• English proficiency (B2 level required).

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodation or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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