SEO Manager

Mission / Purpose of This Job

The core mission of the SEO Manager is to lead, innovate, and scale our SEO department, ensuring JRNY Digital delivers best-in-class organic growth strategies that directly tie into each client's North Star Goal. This role involves overseeing all aspects of technical, on-page, and off-page SEO, building repeatable frameworks, and mentoring a high-performing SEO team. The SEO Manager is both strategist and operator — translating insights into action and ensuring JRNY's SEO offering remains industry-leading.

Reports to:

Head of Strategy

Desired Results

• 100% on-time delivery of all SEO builds, optimisations, and reports.
• Sustainable organic traffic and search visibility growth across all client accounts.
• Clear alignment between SEO outputs and client ROI, contributing directly to retention and account growth.
• Strong collaboration across Paid Ads, Social, Content, and Web teams to deliver omnichannel success.

Key Responsibilities

• SEO Strategy Leadership: Develop and own long-term SEO strategies for clients. Ensure all campaigns are aligned with their business goals and industry landscape.
• Technical SEO Oversight: Conduct and review advanced audits, ensuring site architecture, schema, Core Web Vitals, crawlability, and indexing are optimised.
• Keyword & Competitor Intelligence: Lead research and analysis to inform high-level content and optimisation strategies.
• Content & On-Page Optimisation: Partner with Copywriters and Content Managers to ensure all site and blog content is optimised and aligned to client objectives.
• Off-Page & Authority Building: Oversee link-building, outreach, and digital PR efforts, ensuring safe, scalable growth of domain authority.
• Performance Monitoring: Build reporting frameworks to track KPIs, turning raw data into actionable insights for clients and the leadership team.
• Team Leadership: Mentor SEO Specialists and Copywriters, providing training, feedback, and performance direction.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with Paid Ads, Social Media, and Web Development teams to ensure holistic strategies and client success.

KPIs

• Client Targets: At least 80% of client SEO goals achieved or exceeded monthly.
• Timeliness: 100% on-time completion of projects, audits, and deliverables.
• Growth: Scale organic traffic and keyword rankings for at least 70% of managed accounts within 6 months.
• Campaign Scaling: Deliver demonstrable ROI that supports account growth for at least 25% of managed accounts every 6 months.
• Retention: SEO satisfaction reflected in client retention >90%.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on SEO experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or senior strategist role.
• Proven success driving organic growth for DTC, B2C, or professional services clients.
• Strong technical SEO knowledge (crawl optimisation, Core Web Vitals, structured data, site migrations).
• Proficiency in SEO tools: Google Analytics (GA4), Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Moz, etc.
• Solid CMS knowledge (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow).
• Excellent project management and prioritisation skills across multiple accounts.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (SEO/analytics certifications preferred).

Key Attributes & Competencies

• Strategic Thinker: Can connect SEO activity to client ROI and long-term growth.
• Analytical & Data-Driven: Able to extract insights from data and make objective, results-driven decisions.
• Leader & Mentor: Comfortable leading a small team and building repeatable frameworks.
• Excellent Communicator: Can clearly articulate SEO strategies and results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Process-Oriented: Disciplined in delivering on-time results with attention to detail.
• Adaptable: Proactive in navigating algorithm changes and industry shifts.

Why Join JRNY Digital?

At JRNY Digital, we're a Performance Marketing Agency for Law Firms and High-Growth Industries. We pride ourselves on innovation, collaboration, and results. We don't just manage SEO — we shape strategies that transform businesses.

What you'll get:

• Competitive compensation (based on experience).
• Remote-first, flexible working culture.
• Growth pathways into Head of SEO and broader leadership opportunities.
• A collaborative environment that celebrates wins and invests in your development.
• Opportunity to work with high-ticket clients in law, construction, and professional services.

How to Apply

Send your CV, a short note about why you're a strong fit, and 2–3 examples of campaigns you've managed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Php50, Php75,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• What's a non-negotiable to you in terms of team culture?

Experience:

• agency: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote