SEO Manager

Location: Fully Remote (U.S. based preferred)

Team Time Zone: Eastern Time (most of the team operates on ET)

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $70,000–$75,000 annually

JELY Marketing is a performance-driven digital marketing agency focused on SEO, paid media, and website strategy for service-based businesses. We value thoughtful execution, clean processes, and long-term results. Our work is rooted in strategy and data, not shortcuts. While we are open to working with just about all industries, our primary focus is the legal and home service industry. 

We are seeking an experienced SEO Manager to own and execute SEO strategy across a portfolio of client accounts. This role is hands-on and execution-focused. You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining SEO campaigns from technical audits to content creation and on-page optimization.

You will work closely with internal teams including web development, paid media, and leadership, but you are expected to independently manage SEO initiatives and ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

SEO Strategy & Execution

• Own SEO strategy for assigned clients, aligned with business goals and growth targets
• Execute monthly SEO deliverables based on defined workflows and timelines
• Conduct keyword research, competitive analysis, and opportunity mapping
• Perform on-page optimizations including metadata, internal linking, content structure, and schema recommendations
• Identify technical SEO issues and collaborate with the web development team on implementation when needed

Content Creation & Publishing

• Create SEO-driven content including landing pages and blog posts
• Publish content directly to client websites
• Platforms include approximately 80% WordPress, 10% Shopify, and 10% other CMS platforms
• Ensure content is properly formatted, styled, and structured before publishing
• Apply a strong UI and UX lens so content integrates cleanly into existing site designs
• Collaborate with the web team when layout, templates, or custom components are required

Technical SEO & Auditing

• Run and interpret technical audits using tools like Screaming Frog
• Identify crawl, indexation, site architecture, and performance issues
• Provide clear, actionable recommendations and track resolution

Tracking & Reporting

• Set up and validate SEO tracking where needed
• Strong experience with Google Analytics, GA4, and event-based reporting is a major plus
• Monitor rankings, traffic, and engagement metrics
• Contribute to client-facing reporting and insights

Tools & Workflow

• Use tools such as SEMrush, Surfer SEO, Screaming Frog, and internal tracking systems
• Maintain accurate task tracking and documentation in Asana
• Communicate progress, blockers, and insights clearly with internal stakeholders

• 3 - 5+ years of hands-on SEO experience in an agency or similar fast-paced environment
• Proven experience executing SEO strategies, not just planning them
• Strong proficiency with SEMrush (required)
• Experience with Surfer SEO and Screaming Frog
• Demonstrated experience publishing and managing content in WordPress
• Working knowledge of Shopify and other CMS platforms
• Strong understanding of on-page SEO, technical SEO, and content strategy
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with web developers and designers
• High attention to detail and quality control

• Believes AI is a tool to improve efficiency, not a replacement for human judgment
• Understands that strategy, review, and decision-making require human oversight
• Takes ownership of work and follows tasks through to completion
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Communicates clearly and proactively

• Fully remote position
• Core collaboration hours align with Eastern Time
• Full-time employees are expected to track working hours and manage tasks responsibly
• Strong organizational skills and self-management are essential

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with accrual and annual renewal
• Paid sick leave
• Paid company holidays, including an annual holiday break
• Bereavement leave
• Supportive, remote-first team environment

This role is ideal for an SEO professional who wants ownership, autonomy, and the ability to do SEO the right way. We value quality over volume, strategy over shortcuts, and people who care deeply about their craft.

If you are detail-oriented, technically sound, and believe great SEO requires both data and human judgment, we would love to hear from you.