SEO Manager

About Huzzle
At Huzzle, we specialize in connecting exceptional talent with top-tier opportunities across the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our platform caters to a diverse range of industries including SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, EdTech, and digital agencies. Unlike traditional outsourcing agencies, we focus on placing candidates directly within client organizations, ensuring they are integrated as in-house team members. Our mission is to facilitate meaningful professional matches that foster growth, innovation, and success for both our candidates and clients.
About The Role
Our client, an established digital marketing agency based in Colorado, is seeking a highly skilled Senior SEO Strategist to lead their local search and AI engine optimization initiatives. This is a full-time role designed for a visionary leader who can balance strategic oversight with technical execution. The successful candidate will inherit a well-established portfolio and have the autonomy to shape and drive the agency’s SEO strategies, particularly focusing on local search dominance and emerging AI-driven search experiences such as Google AI Overviews and ChatGPT. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of search engine optimization through innovative tactics, team leadership, and client collaboration. The role is ideal for someone passionate about staying ahead of algorithm updates, leveraging AI tools, and delivering measurable revenue growth for clients.
Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on SEO experience, with a focus on local and multi-location search (7+ years for Director level).
Deep understanding of local ranking factors including citations, NAP consistency, local link building, and location page strategies.
Proficiency in AI search concepts, structured data, generative search, and topical authority.
Strong technical SEO skills, including site audits, crawlability, schema implementation, and site architecture optimization.
Experience managing SEO teams or serving as a strategic lead across multiple client accounts.
Previous agency experience, particularly working with multi-location brands, home services, or medical clients.
Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Search Console, GA4, Semrush/Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, BrightLocal, or Local Falcon.
Ability to work within North American time zones and be based in North America.
Optional but advantageous: familiarity with Next.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress builders like Elementor or Divi.
Responsibilities
Own and develop comprehensive local SEO and AI engine optimization strategies to enhance client visibility across traditional and AI-driven search platforms.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to the SEO team, ensuring high-quality deliverables and continuous process improvement.
Develop and update standard operating procedures for technical SEO, content architecture, entity optimization, and automation workflows.
Manage and troubleshoot Google Business Profiles at scale, including handling suspensions, reinstatements, and multi-location optimization efforts.
Research and implement AI-powered tools to streamline research, analysis, and content workflows, ensuring meaningful technical advancements.
Define and monitor KPIs that connect organic search performance and GBP engagement metrics to client leads and revenue outcomes.
Act as a strategic partner for key clients, presenting performance insights and collaborating with cross-functional teams including Paid Search, Development, and Content.
Stay current with search engine algorithm updates and industry trends to proactively adjust strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
Benefits
Competitive salary tailored to experience and client requirements.
Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere.
Ongoing professional support and guidance from Huzzle before and after placement.
Opportunities for career growth through leadership roles and skill development.
Access to a network of high-performing sales and marketing professionals.
Engagement with innovative tools and technologies in the SEO and AI space.
Collaborative and inclusive work culture supporting remote teams across different regions.
Equal Opportunity
Huzzle and our clients are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe diversity enhances our collective strength and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.

Work arrangement
Yes