Senior Associate, SEO

Job Description At dentsu, we help leading brands build visibility across a search landscape that is rapidly evolving. We’re looking for a Senior Associate, SEO to support a major client and drive performance across both traditional SEO, local SEO, and emerging AI‑powered discovery experiences. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation who is ready to independently own day‑to‑day workstreams and is energized by an emerging, fast‑changing search landscape. You’ll work across technical SEO, content optimization, performance, and reporting, partnering closely with internal teams and client stakeholders to improve discoverability in both search engines and generative environments. Responsibilities Own day‑to‑day execution of SEO workstreams for a large, enterprise‑level client, ensuring work is high‑quality, on time, and aligned to business goals Execute technical SEO audits (crawlability, indexation, Core Web Vitals, page speed, structured data) and translate findings into prioritized, actionable recommendations Conduct keyword and prompt research, competitive analysis, content evaluations, and gap assessments to inform optimization priorities and content strategy Develop and maintain on‑page optimization recommendations for traditional search and AI‑driven discovery (metadata, heading structure, internal linking, schema, content formatting) Support SEO initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve content structure, factual clarity, authority signals, and citation readiness in generative search experiences Analyze organic search, turning data and technical findings into clear insights and recommended actions Partner cross‑functionally with content, analytics, development, media, and account leadership to drive implementation and progress Support site migrations, redesigns, CMS updates, template changes, and new page launches Develop client‑ready reporting, POVs, and presentations that clearly communicate performance, opportunities, and next steps Proactively identify new AI discovery opportunities, testing ideas and challenging assumptions as platforms and behaviors evolve Skills & Experience 1+ years of SEO experience, ideally in an agency or enterprise environment Experience with local SEO Strong understanding of technical SEO, on‑page optimization, search intent, and performance analysis Experience working on large or complex websites with multiple stakeholders, templates, or content types Ability to independently manage day‑to‑day workstreams while contributing to broader strategic initiatives Confidence presenting findings and recommendations to internal teams and client stakeholders Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and structured data Proficiency with SEO and analytics tools such as Google Search Console, GA4, Adobe Analytics, Screaming Frog, BrightEdge, Semrush, Ahrefs, YEXT, RIO, CHATMETER, BIRDEYE, SOCI What Success Looks Like You independently manage SEO workstreams with strong attention to quality, timing, and impact You deliver thoughtful, actionable recommendations grounded in data and business priorities You partner effectively with senior team members to support strategic direction You help move work from insight to implementation across complex, cross‑functional environmentsYou contribute to measurable improvements in visibility, site health, content performance, and AI search readiness Why dentsu At dentsu, you’ll help ambitious brands navigate a search environment that is changing quickly, with work spanning performance, innovation, and transformation. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise across SEO and GEO, support high‑impact work for a complex enterprise client, and help define what best‑in‑class AI discoverability looks like as the space continues to evolve. Salary Range The annual salary range for this position is $62,100-$81,000. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits Medical, vision, and dental insurance Life insurance Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance 401k Flexible paid time off At least 15 paid holidays per year Paid sick and safe leave, and paid parental leave Employment / Diversity Statement Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Dentsu is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with us, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io by clicking on the link to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. We are here to support you. Location New York Brand Iprospect Time Type Full time Contract Type Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr Dentsu