Seo Manager

Job Title: SEO Manager

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Required: 8+ Years in SEO / Digital Marketing

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and performance-driven SEO Manager who can lead our SEO strategy with a clear objective of achieving No.1 rankings for high-intent keywords, driving sustainable organic growth, and managing a high-performing SEO team.

The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking, technical expertise, leadership skills, and strong communication to deliver measurable results across multiple projects and markets.

• Key Responsibilities
• SEO Strategy & Performance
• Develop and execute end-to-end SEO strategies aimed at achieving top (No.1) Google rankings for priority keywords.
• Own organic growth KPIs including rankings, traffic, conversions, and ROI.
• Conduct advanced keyword research, market analysis, and competitor benchmarking to identify ranking opportunities.
• Lead on-page, off-page, and technical SEO initiatives across websites.
• Drive SEO optimization for AI search, featured snippets, zero-click results, and voice search.
• Technical & Content Leadership
• Oversee technical SEO audits (site architecture, crawlability, indexing, Core Web Vitals, page speed).
• Work closely with content teams to define SEO-driven content strategies, topic clusters, and internal linking frameworks.
• Ensure correct implementation of Schema markup, structured data, and SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure SEO recommendations are implemented accurately and on time.
• Team Management & Communication
• Manage, mentor, and guide a team of SEO Analysts and Executives.
• Assign tasks, review performance, and ensure quality output from the SEO team.
• Maintain clear communication between SEO, content, development, marketing, and leadership teams.
• Conduct regular training sessions and upskill team members on latest SEO and AI trends.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Management
• Track and analyze SEO performance using GA4, Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, and other tools.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly SEO reports with insights, progress, and future action plans.
• Present SEO performance, wins, and challenges to senior management with clarity and confidence.
• Stay updated with Google algorithm changes and proactively adapt strategies.
• Local & International SEO (If Applicable)
• Lead Local SEO strategies, including Google Business Profile optimization and citation management.
• Manage SEO strategies for multiple locations or international markets where required.
• Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, IT, Business, or a related field.

6+ years of proven SEO experience, with at least 2- 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.

• Demonstrated success in achieving top rankings for competitive keywords.
• Strong expertise in technical SEO, on-page SEO, and link-building strategies.
• Hands-on experience with SEO tools:
• Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console
• Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog
• Strong understanding of AI-driven SEO, algorithm updates, and search intent optimization.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and team management skills.
• Preferred Skills (Good to Have)
• Experience managing SEO for international or multi-location businesses.
• Knowledge of Google Tag Manager, conversion tracking, and CRO basics.
• Familiarity with AI content and SEO tools such as ChatGPT, SurferSEO, Clearscope, etc.
• Understanding of PPC, content marketing, and digital PR strategies.
• Perks & Benefits
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Leadership role with decision-making authority
• Opportunity to work on high-competition and international SEO projects
• Continuous learning on AI SEO, automation, and advanced SEO strategies
• Growth-oriented, collaborative, and transparent work culture