Account Manager, SEO
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Overview:
Imagine the ideal position for an experienced digital marketer such as yourself…
Opportunity to do great work for leading global brands? Check.
Work as a key member of a growing team within a world-class organization? Check.
Challenging, dynamic and rewarding environment? Check.
Collaborative atmosphere with plenty of autonomy and upward mobility? Check.
Performics is the place. The Performance Content team is the way. Now is the time.
The Account Manager (AM is responsible for leading the success of clients' Search Engine Optimization (SEO) programs. The AM provides thought leadership on search strategies; builds strong relationships; establishes clear lines of communication with clients, partners and internal staff members; and uses problem-solving capabilities to assure flawless program execution to meet and exceed stated objectives.
The ideal AM candidate will possess an eye for detail, a mind for creativity and the ability to manage time and processes for internal and external clients. Success will depend on the ability to enthusiastically and competently deliver on the following:
SEO strategy, execution, reporting and analysis
account management – from planning to delivery and continued growth
successful collaboration with internal resources (including design, analytics and cross-channel teams)
making team members, internal clients and external clients smile big and often
Role Objectives:
Account Management
Assumes accountability and ownership of Performance Content team program successes and failures for several client accounts
Monitors and reports program status to senior management.
Leads client programs with confidence and clarity
Drives overall strategy and tactics needed to achieve stated client goals
Interfaces with other department leads to share ideas, communicate service offerings, and to identify and deliver new solutions for clients
Keeps management apprised of key client opportunities, potential risks and other key nuances which affect the health of the business
Understands natural search optimization best practices and articulates knowledge and client deliverables effectively
Develops client landing page and site testing efforts to improve performance across digital media campaigns
Program Management
Directs and manages the daily work flow of all client search programs, including initiation and management of projects across departments
Reviews client deliverables for quality and ensures that recommendations and work product are sound and viable
Creates and executes search account strategies and plans for each client
Provides excellent communication via phone, emails and direct contact
Effectively creates and delivers client presentations
Provides thought leadership to clients in search and online marketing
Commands data analysis of key metrics to identify, recommend and implement changes for increasing the performance of client programs
Meets specified deadlines
Team Leadership & Development
Embraces and encourages a culture based on team work, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity
Adopts stated account management standards and program management best practices
Assists in training, mentoring, and developing team members
Process Improvement
Assists in the development and documentation of best practices for improving operational efficiencies within the team and the group
Identification of new developments and trends in the marketplace around SEO and digital content marketing
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree, concentration in business, marketing, or advertising preferred
2-4 years of account management experience in online advertising, direct marketing, or e-commerce
Firm knowledge of SEO best practices, program management and technical savvy
Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) experience a plus
Understanding of online analytics metrics and related statistical concepts
Experience with a web analytics platform such as Omniture, Google Analytics, or Coremetrics
Exposure to website development/design processes including development of wireframes, preferred
Technical knowledge and aptitude to learn basic website architectural design, HTML, CSS and XML a plus
Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills
Minimum of 1-2 years as associate account manager or equivalent if internal candidate
High competency level in MS Office with specific strengths in Excel and PowerPoint
Able to work independently and balance multiple tasks
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