Manager, SEO, MENA

Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Posted 16 days ago

The role

Lead the organic search strategy for a client as an agency SEO Manager. Manage the full SEO scope across technical SEO, content, GEO and Google Business Profile, and act as the main day-to-day contact for the client on SEO.

What you will do

Lead SEO strategy and day-to-day delivery
Act as main client contact on SEO matters
Build and manage quarterly and annual SEO roadmaps
Oversee technical SEO audits and implementation planning
Develop content and on-page optimization recommendations for key products and services
Lead the GEO strategy for visibility across AI-powered search platforms
Manage and optimize Google Business Profile for branch locations
Work with content, tech, analytics and strategy teams to implement SEO recommendations
Monitor organic, local and AI search performance and report with clear actions
Identify growth opportunities through keyword research, competitor benchmarking and content gaps

Required qualifications

4+ years of SEO experience, ideally in an agency environment
Proven experience managing large or enterprise-level clients
Strong knowledge of technical SEO, on-page SEO, content strategy and local SEO
Good understanding of GEO / AI search optimization
Hands-on experience with Google Business Profile optimization for multi-location businesses
Experience with Google Search Console, GA4, Looker Studio, SEMrush, Screaming Frog or similar tools
Strong client management and stakeholder communication skills
Guide the team and ensure implementation

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance
Group retirement plans
Vision and dental insurance
Significant paid time off
Preferential partner discounts
Employee mental health awareness days
Access to global WPP Media and WPP networks for growth and learning
Employee resource groups and in-office events

Before you apply

Applicants may discuss accommodations or flexibility with the hiring team during the interview process

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. It is an equal opportunity employer.