Job Description

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote – US-based
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: (Salary information not provided - dependent on location)

We’re a consulting-led digital agency seeking a commercially-minded, independent SEO Director to lead a growing US portfolio. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical and strategic SEO, taking full ownership of key accounts and becoming the go-to for clients.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Lead and grow client relationships, acting as the most senior client contact.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute SEO strategies aligned with client goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with delivery teams across SEO, Paid Media, PR, and Analytics to ensure cohesive service.
• Team Management: Manage and mentor talent as the team expands.
• Budget & Project Management: Handle budgets, forecasting, resourcing, and internal project management.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare weekly and monthly reporting, reviews, and QBRs.
• Business Development: Spot opportunities to grow accounts or win new business.
• US Growth Strategy: Collaborate on US growth strategy, including occasional pitches and proposals.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 5-7 years of SEO experience, including time in agency environments.
• Client Management: Experience managing enterprise-level clients and complex briefs.
• Technical SEO: Confidence in technical SEO, though not solely reliant on it.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills – ability to get things done.
• Remote Work: Ability to operate independently and manage clients remotely with minimal oversight.
• Communication Skills: Ability to present and communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.

Skills & Qualities

• Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of business objectives and ROI.
• Calm Under Pressure: Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations.
• Flexibility: Comfortable working across teams and time zones.
• Ownership: Desire to take ownership of projects and results.

Company Information

• Company: Fulcrum (a consulting-led digital agency)
• Location: Remote (United States) – US-based
• Team: Global team across SEO, Paid, PR, and Strategy
• Benefits: Fully remote, US-based role with flexible hours (min. 2-3 hr overlap with Sydney, Australia), competitive salary (dependent on location), exposure to top-tier international clients, and a chance to lead and shape the US arm of a growing global agency.

Application Instructions

• Interested candidates should apply directly. (Application details not provided in the job description)