SEO Manager

• Youtech, a dynamic Digital Marketing Agency, has consistently earned a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list nine years in a row, showcasing our remarkable growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. When you become part of Youtech, you embark on a journey to unlock your full potential. We firmly believe that happy and motivated employees contribute to positive client interactions and fostering growth for everyone involved. Joining Youtech means committing to personal and professional development, with the goal of being better six months from now than you are today—a testament to our long-term mindset.
• **About Us**
• Youtech, established in 2012, is an integrated Digital Marketing Agency with a team of over 100 employees. Headquartered in Lisle, IL, we have expanded our presence to include two additional locations in Arizona and Texas. At Youtech, we cover the entire spectrum of marketing, from traditional to digital, effectively refreshing and re-energizing businesses from every perspective. As a forward-looking company, we are dedicated to empowering companies to surpass their goals by seamlessly integrating advertising, design, development, and marketing strategies. Join us in shaping the future of marketing excellence.
• **About the Job**
• We are seeking an SEO Manager to join our dynamic team. This position is full-time in-house and in office Monday-Friday. In this role, This role focuses on planning, organizing, and managing the execution of SEO work across multiple teams to ensure projects are completed on time and at a high level of quality.
• You'll work closely with SEO Strategists, specialists, content teams, and Client Success to coordinate projects, balance workloads, remove roadblocks, and improve the systems that keep our department moving.
• If you enjoy building processes, solving operational challenges, and helping teams perform at their best, this role is for you.
• **Responsibilities:**
• Manage the day-to-day workflow of SEO projects from intake through completion.
• Prioritize incoming work and ensure projects are clearly scoped before production begins.
• Assign work across SEO teams based on capacity, priorities, and skill sets.
• Build and manage weekly production schedules to keep projects on track.
• Monitor project progress, identify blockers, and proactively resolve issues before they impact deadlines.
• Coordinate work across SEO Strategists, specialists, content, and Client Success teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Improve operational processes to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• Monitor team workload and provide visibility into project status, capacity, and production timelines.
• Ensure internal quality assurance processes are followed throughout project execution.
• Report on production performance, workflow trends, and operational improvements.
• **Professional Competencies:**
• You're highly organized and naturally bring structure to fast-moving environments.
• You enjoy solving operational challenges and finding ways to improve how teams work.
• You communicate clearly and keep projects moving without constant oversight.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working across multiple teams.
• You're proactive, detail-oriented, and take ownership of seeing projects through to completion.
• You're motivated by building scalable systems that help both people and the business succeed.
• **Minimum Qualifications:**
• 3+ years of experience managing projects, operations, or production workflows in an agency or fast-paced environment.
• A strong understanding of SEO and digital marketing concepts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience coordinating work across multiple teams and departments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to keep stakeholders informed.
• Experience using project management platforms such as Teamwork, ClickUp, Monday.com, Asana, Jira, or similar tools.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for improving processes and solving problems.
• **What We Offer:** We offer a competitive range of benefits designed to support your health, growth, and well-being, including:
• **Health and Wellness:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with complimentary access to an on-site gym, supporting your physical health and overall well-being.
• **Retirement Savings Plan:** 401(K) with company matching contributions.
• **Paid Time Off:** Paid time off (PTO) and company-observed holidays, providing you the flexibility to balance work and personal life.
• **Professional Development:** An additional PTO day each year dedicated to professional development, along with access to a wide range of complementary courses and training programs to encourage continuous learning.
• **Community Engagement:** One extra PTO day annually to participate in volunteer activities, enabling you to give back to the community and make a positive impact.
• **Career Growth Opportunities:** Structured career advancement pathways within the company to support your long-term professional aspirations.
• **Work Environment:** A casual dress code to maintain a comfortable and professional atmosphere conducive to productivity.
• **Employee Engagement:** Company-sponsored activities, including outings and holiday events, to promote a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• **Recognition Programs:** Peer-nominated monthly awards to recognize outstanding contributions and achievements within the team.
• **Learning & Development Initiatives:**
• **Youniversity:** Bi-monthly, employee-led training sessions designed to enhance skills and encourage cross-functional learning.
• **The Big Picture:** A quarterly video series that spotlights exceptional employees, celebrating their accomplishments.
• Youtech is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
• Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Education:
• Bachelor's (Preferred)
• Ability to Commute:
• Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (Required)
• Work Location: In person