SEO Manager
Manchester | £40,000-£45,000 DOE | Hybrid - 2 days onsite
The opportunity
Ready to shape the future of search? We're partnering with an award-winning digital agency working with ambitious brands to find an SEO Manager who combines technical expertise, commercial thinking and strong leadership skills. This is an opportunity to take ownership of exciting client accounts, develop a talented team and help businesses stay ahead as search evolves. With AI transforming how people discover brands, you'll play a key role in shaping strategies that go beyond traditional SEO, incorporating
GEO, AEO and AI-powered search visibility.
What you'll be doing
The role offers a varied mix of client leadership, technical delivery and strategic thinking: Account management (50%):
Lead client relationships, own campaign performance, identify growth opportunities and deliver measurable commercial results.
Technical SEO (30%):
Drive technical audits, crawlability, indexing, schema, site architecture and performance improvements.
Strategy (20%):
Shape forward-thinking SEO strategies for clients and help develop your team, keeping pace with the changing search landscape.
People leadership:
Mentor and develop team members, manage workloads and create an environment where people can thrive.
What we're looking for
At least 3 years' SEO experience, including 2 years in a management role.
Experience across both client/account management and people management.
Strong technical SEO knowledge and confidence using tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog and Google Search Console.
A commercial mindset, with experience building client relationships and growing accounts.
Knowledge or practical experience of
GEO, AEO and AI search optimisation .
The ability to turn complex SEO challenges into clear strategies and measurable results.
Why join?
You'll have the opportunity to influence client strategy, develop people and help shape how brands compete in the next era of search. Expect a collaborative agency environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, commercial results and fresh thinking. The details Salary:
£40,000-£45,000, depending on experience
Location:
Manchester
Working pattern:
Hybrid, with 2 days onsite per week
Interested in taking your SEO leadership career to the next level? We'd love to hear from you. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
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Senior SEO Account Manager in Manchester employer: Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Join a dynamic software company in Leicester that prioritises innovation and practical AI solutions, making it an exceptional employer for those passionate about AI development. With a flexible hybrid working model, a commitment to employee growth through dedicated investment in engineering innovation, and a modern tech stack, this role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment. You'll be part of a talented team, working on impactful projects that deliver real value to customers.
Contact Details:
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited Recruitment Team
