Why This Role?

We are looking for an "AI Driven SEO Grouphead" to join one of our client's team in Hamburg, Germany on a full-time hybrid basis. Our client is a leading Media Agency Services who are a combination of global network resources with the agility and mindset of a local agency.

Why Apply for This Role?

You will lead a high-performing SEO team within a business unit and manage relationships with some of our most prominent clients. This is an opportunity to directly impact our business by driving innovative, AI-driven strategies that ensure our clients' success.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on innovation and is passionate about staying at the forefront of digital marketing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing SEO team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Manage client relationships for large, well-known accounts, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Develop and implement cutting-edge, AI-driven SEO strategies across technical, content, and on-page areas.
• Collaborate with account management, SEM specialists, and other internal teams to deliver integrated digital marketing solutions.
• Drive client success by focusing on key KPIs such as visibility, traffic, conversion, and content performance.
• Contribute to the continuous development of our agency's SEO capabilities and services.
  

Essential Requirements:

Must-Haves:

• Fluent German, C2-level
• At least B1-level English 
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience 
• Proven leadership experience (team management required)
• Confident use of SEO tools: SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, ChatGPT & similar
• High level of customer focus

Nice-to-have:

• Additional experience with other digital marketing or analytics tools
• Broader experience in large-scale, international SEO projects 

Personality Traits:

• Customer-centric
• High level of personal responsibility 
• Team player
• Demonstrated leadership affinity 

Perks & Benefits:

• Hybrid work structure (office & home office up to 50%)
• Workation (up to 6 weeks/year remote from abroad)
• Sabbaticals possible
• Focus hours (12-14h, no meetings/calls)
• Fitness First membership for €10/month
• Regular social and team events (e.g. Go-Kart, Wine Tastings, Summer party)
• Individual development and learning plans
• Active feedback and idea culture- input encouraged at every level
  

Location & Working Model:

• Primarily Hamburg, optionally Frankfurt am Main
• Remote/Onsite Policy: Role cannot be fully remote
• Upto 50% home office (calculated monthly)
• Travel: No regular travel required
• No company car provided

Contract Specifics:

• Contract type: Permanent 
• Vacation: 28 days plus 2 extra
• Work week: Full-time (usually 40 hrs), flexible arrangement possible
• Immediate start possible 

Application Process:

I look forward to receiving your application! Once submitted, we will review it and consider your fit against other candidates in the process. We strive to ensure an efficient process, though there may occasionally be delays.

About Sperton:

Sperton _____ is part of Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.