Global Head of SEO

Description

Portfolio are partnering exclusively with a market–leading global IT and business services organisation to appoint a Global Head of SEO!

This is a confidential search on behalf of an established international business with a significant digital presence across multiple markets worldwide. Following continued growth and investment within its Performance Marketing function, the business is seeking an experienced SEO leader to drive the next phase of its organic search strategy.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of SEO performance across a diverse international portfolio, leading both strategy and execution while managing a talented team of SEO specialists.

Reporting into senior digital leadership, you'll be responsible for developing and executing a global SEO strategy across multiple websites and territories spanning Europe, North America, APAC, and the Middle East.

You will play a critical role in driving organic growth, customer acquisition, and commercial performance, working closely with content, digital, analytics, and development teams to maximise visibility and market share.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high–performing SEO teamOwn the SEO strategy and performance across multiple international websites and domainsDeliver against key commercial objectives including organic traffic, lead generation, conversions, and revenue growthDevelop and execute long–term SEO roadmaps aligned to wider business objectivesConduct keyword research, competitor analysis, and opportunity identification across multiple marketsDrive technical SEO initiatives including site architecture, crawling, indexing, and optimisationPartner with content and web development teams to ensure SEO best practices are embedded throughout the customer journeyManage international SEO activity, including localisation and hreflang implementationProduce detailed performance reporting and actionable recommendations for senior stakeholdersWork closely with wider Performance Marketing teams to align channel strategy and maximise growth opportunitiesMonitor industry developments, algorithm updates, and emerging search trendsAbout You

8+ years of SEO experience, including at least 3 years leading teamsProven experience managing SEO across multiple territories or international marketsStrong technical SEO expertise and understanding of website architecture, indexing, crawling, and optimisationAdvanced experience with Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, SE Ranking, and related platformsExperience delivering measurable organic growth and commercial outcomesKnowledge of international SEO Strong analytical, strategic, and problem–solving skillsExperience developing long–term SEO testing and growth strategiesCMS experience and a strong understanding of content optimisationExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsIf you're an ambitious SEO leader looking for the opportunity to influence strategy on a global scale and drive meaningful commercial growth, we'd love to hear from you.

The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Ad ID: 5419054877