Single Grain | Start Growing · 1 month ago
Director of SEO
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$115K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expSingle Grain is a fast-moving, AI-driven, award-winning digital marketing agency that has been helping top brands grow since 2009. They are seeking a Director of SEO to lead organic growth initiatives, manage client accounts, and drive innovative SEO strategies while mentoring a team of specialists.
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Responsibilities
Client Strategy & Retention - Own a portfolio of 6–10 key accounts, define and track quarterly OKRs, and lead QBRs that connect SEO performance directly to pipeline growth, revenue, and client satisfaction
Technical & Content Leadership - Provide strategic oversight on site audits, migrations, redesigns, content gap analyses, and authority-building initiatives, ensuring all work aligns with long-term client goals and best-in-class SEO standards
AI & SERP Innovation - Lead the exploration and deployment of cutting-edge SEO tactics, including AI Overviews, YouTube search, Reddit answer boxes, and other emerging opportunities to maximize organic visibility and competitive advantage
Cross-Functional Enablement - Partner with Paid Media, CRO, and Creative teams to integrate SEO insights into broader marketing strategies and ensure cohesive, data-driven campaign execution
Tool-Stack & Process Excellence - Oversee and optimize the use of SEO platforms such as Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Surfer, ClickFlow, and AI-powered tools introduced to improve efficiency, insights, and campaign performance
Reporting & Analytics - Deliver actionable insights through weekly KPI reviews, monthly retention and CSAT dashboards, and executive-level reporting for leadership to inform strategic decisions
People Management & Team Development - Lead and mentor a team of SEO professionals, fostering growth, collaboration, and performance excellence. Ensure clear role definition, effective delegation, and career development within the team
Internal SEO Ownership - Oversee and continuously improve the company’s own SEO strategy and performance, ensuring our digital presence exemplifies the same standards and innovation we deliver to clients
Vision & Evolution of SEO Strategy - Drive the evolution of our SEO methodologies and frameworks, guiding the team and clients through the rapidly changing landscape of search and AI-driven discovery
Qualification
Required
8+ years of agency or multi-brand SEO leadership, with direct oversight of client accounts and management of junior/mid-level SEO teams
Proven track record in client retention and growth, maintaining ≤ 25% annual churn and driving ≥ 20% YoY qualified-lead or revenue growth across a portfolio of accounts
Demonstrated success on non-Google surfaces (YouTube, Reddit, AI answer cards, and emerging SERPs)
Advanced technical and content expertise, including indexation, Core Web Vitals, structured data, log-file analysis, and content strategy at scale
Tool mastery across Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Surfer, GA4, GSC, and other SEO/analytics platforms
AI fluency, including prompt engineering and leveraging AI for research, content outlines, internal linking strategies, and QA processes
Executive communication skills, able to distill complex SEO insights for C-level stakeholders while mentoring and developing a high-performing SEO team
Strategic thinking, connecting SEO initiatives to broader marketing, business, and revenue objectives
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
Flexible PTO: Take the time you need to recharge and stay at your best.
Home Office Stipend: Set up your workspace just the way you like it.
Top-Notch Equipment: MacBook provided to ensure you have the tools to excel.
Learn from the Best: Collaborate with industry-leading experts who will keep you forward-thinking and ahead of the AI curve.
Company
Single Grain | Start Growing
Single Grain is an award-winning digital marketing agency that has been dedicated to drive persistent growth for remarkable companies like Amazon, Uber and Salesforce since 2009.
51-200 employees
Funding
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