About Dentsu Group (dentsu)

Led by Dentsu Group Inc. (Tokyo: 4324; ISIN: JP3551520004), a pure holding company established on January 1, 2020, the Dentsu Group encompasses two operational networks: dentsu japan network, which oversees Dentsu's agency operations in Japan, and dentsu international, its international business headquarters in London, which oversees Dentsu's agency operations outside of Japan.

With a strong presence in approximately 145 countries and regions across five continents and with 65,000 dedicated professionals, the Dentsu Group provides a comprehensive range of client-centric integrated communications, media and digital services through its five leadership brands-Carat, dentsu X, iProspect, Dentsu Creative, and Merkle-as well as through Dentsu Japan Network companies, including Dentsu Inc., the world's largest single brand agency with a history of innovation. The Group is also active in the production and marketing of sports and entertainment content on a global scale.

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and strategic SEO Manager who brings deep expertise in SEO and can independently lead day-to-day operations, client communication, and project management. This role requires someone who not only executes but also challenges the status quo-someone who can define problems, develop tailored strategies, and elevate client performance through data-driven recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end SEO strategy and execution for key accounts, from audit and research to implementation and performance tracking.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, identifying brand-specific challenges and proactively recommending strategic actions beyond the agreed scope.
• Drive quality and consistency by managing and briefing offshore teams, reviewing deliverables, and ensuring high standards across all outputs.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders-providing timely updates, context-rich emails, and clear rationales behind strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analytics, content, and paid media, to deliver integrated marketing solutions where needed.
• Stay on top of SEO trends, tools, and algorithm updates, translating them into actionable insights for our clients.

What We're Looking For

• Proven SEO experience (4-6 years preferred), ideally in an agency or multi-client environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills-able to work independently and troubleshoot issues without constant guidance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain complex SEO concepts in simple, business-relevant terms.
• Confident project manager-able to prioritise, manage multiple deadlines, and align stakeholders.
• Experience working with offshore teams or vendors to deliver scalable output is a plus.
• Proficiency with key SEO and analytics tools (e.g., Google Search Console, GA4, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, Looker Studio).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with international or APAC markets.
• Familiarity with SEM / Conversion Rate Optimisation / Marketplace Search