Addison Group is hiring: SEO Manager in Chicago

Role:

SEO Manager

Industry:

Digital Marketing / Search Engine Optimization

Location:

Chicago, IL - Hybrid onsite 3 days a week

Assignment Type:

Direct Hire

Salary:

$80,000 - $100,000 / year

Benefits:

This role is eligible for medical, PTO and 401K.

About the Opportunity

Our client, a growing digital marketing organization in Chicago, is seeking an experienced

SEO Manager

to develop and execute organic search strategies across a diverse portfolio of clients.

This is a

highly hands-on SEO position . The ideal candidate isn't someone who simply researches opportunities, manages vendors, or reviews reports-they know how to personally execute SEO campaigns from strategy through implementation.

You'll work across

on-page SEO, local SEO, technical SEO, content strategy, keyword research, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEO platforms such as SEMrush and Ahrefs

to improve organic visibility, rankings, traffic, and leads.

Candidates with previous

digital marketing or SEO agency experience

are strongly preferred.

What You'll Do
Develop and personally execute SEO strategies across multiple client accounts
Perform keyword research and identify opportunities to improve rankings, traffic, and conversions
Build SEO-focused content strategies and content calendars
Map keywords and search topics to existing and future website pages
Perform hands-on on-page optimization, including:

Title tags and meta descriptions
Headers and page structure
Internal linking
Keyword targeting
Search intent optimization
Schema and structured data

Conduct technical SEO audits and identify issues related to:

Crawling and indexing
Site speed and performance
Structured data
Website architecture
Other technical SEO factors

Partner with developers to implement and resolve technical SEO recommendations
Manage and optimize

local SEO

initiatives, including Google Business Profiles, local listings, citations, and NAP consistency
Analyze performance using

Google Analytics and Google Search Console
Use platforms such as

SEMrush, Ahrefs, SE Ranking, or similar SEO tools
Analyze competitors, SERPs, keyword gaps, and industry trends
Identify opportunities to improve existing content and expand topical authority
Track rankings, organic traffic, visibility, leads, and other SEO KPIs
Develop actionable recommendations based on campaign performance
Design and evaluate SEO experiments and A/B tests
Collaborate with content writers, developers, designers, account managers, and other digital marketing professionals
Stay current with changes in traditional search, local SEO, and

AI-powered search experiences
Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on SEO experience; 4+ years preferred
Demonstrated experience

personally executing SEO campaigns , not solely managing strategy or vendors
Strong knowledge of

on-page SEO and technical SEO
Strong understanding of

local SEO ranking factors and optimization strategies
Hands-on experience with

Google Analytics / GA4
Hands-on experience with

Google Search Console
Experience with

SEMrush, Ahrefs, SE Ranking, or comparable SEO platforms
Strong keyword research and content optimization experience
Ability to analyze SEO performance and turn data into actionable recommendations
Strong understanding of search intent and SERP analysis
Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple client campaigns and priorities simultaneously
Comfortable working directly with clients and cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications

Previous

SEO or digital marketing agency experience
Experience managing SEO for multiple clients simultaneously
Technical SEO experience
Local SEO and Google Business Profile optimization experience
Basic HTML and CSS knowledge
Experience implementing

Schema.org / structured data markup
Link-building or digital PR experience
Familiarity with

AI search optimization, AEO, GEO, or emerging search technologies
Experience supporting local businesses and SMBs
What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the weeds of SEO.

You should be comfortable moving between strategy and execution-conducting keyword research one day, optimizing pages the next, diagnosing an indexing problem in Google Search Console, reviewing local search performance, and then using the data to determine what needs to happen next.

This is an excellent opportunity for an

SEO Manager, Senior SEO Specialist, SEO Strategist, or Technical SEO Specialist

who wants ownership over campaigns and the ability to directly influence client results.

Additional Details

Location:

Chicago, IL
Schedule:

Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite highly preferred
Remote candidates may be considered for an exceptional fit
Salary:

$80,000-$100,000
Employment Type:

Direct Hire
Interview Process:

Two interviews; local candidates should expect one interview to be onsite
Start Date:

ASAP
Why Join?

Work across a diverse portfolio of businesses and industries
Own SEO strategy

and execution
Collaborate directly with writers, developers, designers, and digital marketing professionals
Gain exposure to emerging AI-powered search technologies
Work in an environment where SEO expertise has a direct impact on client growth
Join a growing team with opportunities to take ownership and expand your expertise
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.