Senior SEO Strategist

WHO WE ARE

Direct Agents is an independent, future-focused performance marketing agency rooted in AI + Strategic Innovation. 

CLIENTS WE'VE WORKED WITH INCLUDE

Marvel, Belkin, Linksys, NBA, NYSE, Hubble, CW, Morgan Stanley, and more

WHAT SETS US APART 

With a track record of excellence and recognition, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where professionals can excel and evolve. Join our team of innovative thinkers and help shape the future of digital marketing.
Fast Tracked Professional Growth

• 25% growth this past year across the company
• 2x speed for individual learning and career development

Minority Owned and Certified

We are proud to be certified as a Minority Owned business by the National Supplier Diversity Council. We thrive on growth and diversity. We are one of the few agencies to be 48% BIPOC across the agency and 38% of senior leadership. We are also proud to be 62% Female, 42% of senior leadership.

WAYS YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT
As a Senior SEO Strategist at Direct Agents, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing advanced search engine optimization strategies. Your extensive experience, coupled with your strategic thinking and dedication to staying at the forefront of industry trends, will be instrumental in driving exceptional results for our clients and further elevating our agency's achievements.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Client Management | Assess and formulate advanced SEO strategies for a range of large to enterprise sized clients, serving as a leading SEO authority both externally and internally. Oversee a substantial SEO client portfolio, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts.

• Technical SEO and Content Expertise | Demonstrate expert proficiency in organic content marketing and technical SEO. Lead hands-on optimization and project management initiatives to enhance clients' organic rankings through comprehensive on-site and off-site optimizations and recommendations.

• Reporting and Analytics | Host client status calls and meticulously track and report on campaign results, SEO activities, and data analysis. Utilize Google Analytics and ranking reports to measure the effectiveness of SEO strategies. Stay up-to-date on the latest search engine changes and updates, contributing to the overall direction of the SEO strategy.

• Client Satisfaction and Sales Collaboration | Ensure timely deliverables and consistently exceed client expectations. Collaborate with the sales team to conduct audits and develop customized strategies, contributing to successful pitches and sales decks for prospective clients. Enhance SEO sales collateral and overall pitch materials.

• Process Enhancement and Knowledge Sharing | Develop and enhance team processes, reports, knowledge bases, and communication practices. Stay current with the latest SEO platforms and tools, adopting relevant innovations.

• Team Training and Future Leadership | Assist in the training, development, and management of upcoming hires within the SEO team, fostering a culture of learning and growth. Feel free to customize these sections to align with your specific job posting and company culture.

WHAT YOU'RE BRINGING

• 5-7 years of experience in SEO with proven track record, preferably with an agency
• Strong understanding of search engine algorithms and updates
• Experience utilizing SEO tools: Google Analytics, Adwords, Search Console, Moz, ScreamingFrog, SEMRush, ContentKing, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical & problem solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask and manage time efficiently
• Self-starter approach to work, with an eagerness to consistently meet and exceed objectives and take on more responsibility
• Good understanding of HTML, website design, and web analytics. CSS and Javascript a plus
• Ability to work in teams and/or individually to meet client goals
• Passion for the world of SEO!

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• A competitive salary of $75,000 - $100,000 with regular reviews based on performance.
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health benefits including access to providers like:
  • One Medical, Talkspace, KindBody, and Health Advocate
• Paid Time Off, Birthdays, Volunteering Time 
  • PTO ranges from 15 - 24 days/year with additional days allocated for sick time 
• A newly built and sun drenched penthouse office with incredible views over Flatiron 
  • Our ‘Acceleration Hub’ is our new NYC HQ located on 5th Ave in the heart of the Flatiron District
• Help getting here including access to commuter benefits and annual memberships to Citibike
• Complimentary assortment of healthy snacks and fresh fruits in office 
• A new MacBook Pro laptop for ease of work in office or remotely 
• Dog friendly office! 
• An inspiring atmosphere with supportive colleagues and innovative projects
• Future career development opportunities with internal and external opportunities for professional growth and networking
• Epic regular team building and company parties
• An unwavering belief that we can build, create and grow together!

WHY DIRECT AGENTS

We believe that personal success comes from the hard work that you put in. We skip the politics and bureaucracy and empower you to directly impact the speed of your growth. Some of the opportunities you’ll have to thrive as a thought leader include:

• Mentorship and real face time with executive leaders
• Access to internal and external trainings and conferences across technical skills, professional growth, and leadership and management.
• Marketing certifications (Google, Facebook, Amazon, etc.)
• Inclusion in marketing initiatives including our blog posts, podcasts, videos and more
• Speaking opportunities across publications like Media Post, Digiday and more
• Award submissions opportunities (team and individual)
• Access to participate in our ERG’s to help reinforce community within the agency.

Our Award Winning People First Culture 

• 5x Winner of Crain’s Best Places to Work (2018 - 2023)
• Most Dedicated to Employee Growth finalist in Digiday’s Work Life Awards

COME AS YOU ARE

We think of our organization as a tight-knit team built on a foundation of respect. Your gender, your skin color, who you love, or who your big shot uncle is doesn’t make a difference here. Direct Agents is a progressive and open-minded meritocracy. If you’re smart and good at what you do, come as you are.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Direct Agents makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.