SEO Manager

About the Role

Assembly Global is seeking an experienced, Arabic-speaking SEO Manager to lead SEO strategy and delivery for clients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role requires a combination of strong technical SEO expertise with content and off-page SEO capabilities, alongside confident client relationship management and data translation into business actions. The position focuses on both hands-on SEO delivery and strategic account ownership, with an emphasis on qualified traffic and commercial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead comprehensive SEO strategies aligned with client objectives and market opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of client accounts, setting realistic expectations and owning SEO performance from strategy to execution.
• Set clear priorities, roadmaps, KPIs, and measurement frameworks focused on qualified organic traffic, conversions, and business value.
• Monitor search trends, competitors, algorithm updates, and emerging developments in AI search and GEO.
• Provide strategic direction to SEO specialists, content teams, and developers.
• Lead technical SEO audits covering crawlability, indexation, site architecture, and Core Web Vitals.
• Translate technical findings into prioritized recommendations for development and product teams.
• Support website launches, redesigns, and platform migrations, ensuring SEO risks are identified and controlled.
• Develop content and on-page SEO strategies based on keyword research, search intent, and audience needs.
• Guide the creation and optimization of Arabic and English search-led content.
• Work closely with content and localization teams to ensure Arabic content is culturally relevant for the Saudi market.
• Develop sustainable off-page SEO and digital authority strategies.
• Identify relevant link-building, digital PR, and partnership opportunities.
• Act as a senior day-to-day SEO contact, building trusted relationships with client stakeholders.
• Communicate complex SEO topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences in Arabic and English.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, performance reviews, and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with account management, paid media, content, analytics, and development teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in SEO management.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English for professional communication and content optimization.
• Demonstrated expertise in technical SEO, content strategy, and off-page SEO.
• Experience managing client relationships and presenting strategic recommendations.
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights.

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical SEO assessment. This assessment will involve identifying causes for a non-ranking target page and presenting a prioritized plan covering technical SEO, on-page optimization, content, E-E-A-T, internal linking, and off-page recommendations.