Head of SEO (m/f/div)

As the Head of SEO (m/f/div) for our Berlin-based team, you will be responsible for leading a large department, ensuring international alignment in workflows, and driving innovation in our SEO service offering on a local & global scale. You will also play a crucial role in client development, helping to grow and retain our client base through exceptional service delivery from your teams, pro-active account development and thought leadership (internal + external).

Here at DEPT®, we place a high value on diversity. Applicants of every nationality, age, background, religion, and orientation are welcome. We also gladly welcome applications from disabled persons!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large team of SEO experts (m/f/div), ensuring that they are well-trained, motivated, and aligned with company goals and strategies.
• Work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and develop comprehensive SEO strategies that deliver results.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions to help drive client success and differentiate our agency from competitors.
• Collaborate with international teams to ensure consistent and effective workflows across all regions.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices, and work to continuously improve our service offering and methodology.
• Work with the sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities, helping to grow and retain our client base.
• Act as a thought leader in the industry, sharing insights and knowledge through blog posts, speaking engagements, and other forms of thought leadership

WHERE

• Berlin

YOU

• Proven experience as a SEO leader or senior manager (min 8 years), preferably in an agency setting, with at least 2 years experience in leadership roles
• Deep understanding of SEO strategy & business impact, with the ability to develop and execute effective strategies for clients.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team of experts.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop efficient and sustainable solutions to complex challenges.
• Proficiency in German and English is required.
• Experience working with international teams and a diverse client base is preferred.
• A degree in marketing, economics or a related field is preferred, but not required.

WE OFFER

• An appreciative and collaborative corporate culture with “Can Do” attitudes
• Advancement training and specialization opportunities in the international DEPT® environment
• A good work-life balance (flexible working hours and remote work)
• Get-togethers and events such as Team Lunch, after work socials, DEPT® Festival in Amsterdam, Christmas party or winter sports camp

WHO ARE WE?

DEPT® is a pioneering, global digital agency that creates end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Our goal is simple: build a culture that inspires the best work of your life. Work that helps move our clients forward. And while it’s not our ultimate goal, winning awards sure does feel nice when it happens.

Why DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.

Last but not least, we are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

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