Ai Driven SEO Grouphead

**Why This Role?** - We are looking for an "_**AI Driven SEO Grouphead**_" to join one of our client's team in _**Hamburg**_, Germany on a full-time _**hybrid**_ _basis. Our client is a leading Media Agency Services who are a combination of global network resources with the agility and mindset of a local agency._ You will lead a high-performing SEO team within a business unit and manage relationships with some of our most prominent clients. This is an opportunity to directly impact our business by driving innovative, AI-driven strategies that ensure our clients' success. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on innovation and is passionate about staying at the forefront of digital marketing. **Key Responsibilities**: - Lead and mentor a high-performing SEO team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. - Manage client relationships for large, well-known accounts, acting as a trusted advisor. - Develop and implement cutting-edge, AI-driven SEO strategies across technical, content, and on-page areas. - Collaborate with account management, SEM specialists, and other internal teams to deliver integrated digital marketing solutions. - Drive client success by focusing on key KPIs such as visibility, traffic, conversion, and content performance. - Contribute to the continuous development of our agency's SEO capabilities and services. **Essential Requirements**: **Must-Haves**: - Fluent German, C2-level - At least B1-level English - At least 8 years of relevant professional experience - Proven leadership experience (team management required) - Confident use of SEO tools: SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, ChatGPT & similar - High level of customer focus **Nice-to-have**: - Additional experience with other digital marketing or analytics tools - Broader experience in large-scale, international SEO projects **Personality Traits**: - Customer-centric - High level of personal responsibility - Team player - Demonstrated leadership affinity **Perks & Benefits**: - Hybrid work structure (office & home office up to 50%) - Workation (up to 6 weeks/year remote from abroad) - Sabbaticals possible - Focus hours (12-14h, no meetings/calls) - Fitness First membership for €10/month - Regular social and team events (e.g. Go-Kart, Wine Tastings, Summer party) - Individual development and learning plans - Active feedback and idea culture - input encouraged at every level **Location & Working Model**: - Primarily Hamburg, optionally Frankfurt am Main - Remote/Onsite Policy: Role cannot be fully remote - Upto 50% home office (calculated monthly) - Travel: No regular travel required - No company car provided **Contract Specifics**: - Contract type: Permanent - Vacation: 28 days plus 2 extra - Work week: Full-time (usually 40 hrs), flexible arrangement possible - Immediate start possible **Application Process**: **About Sperton**: Sperton Germany is a part of Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions. Pay: 60.000,00€ - 75.000,00€ per year Application Question(s): - Rate your proficiency in developing and executing AI-driven SEO strategies on a scale from 1 (beginner) to 10 (expert). - How many years of experience do you have managing and mentoring SEO or digital marketing teams? - What is your level of German language proficiency? - How many years of professional experience do you have in SEO or digital marketing? - What is your notice period? - What are your annual Salary expectations? - This is a full-time hybrid role in Hamburg, Germany. Are you comfortable to relocate? Work Location: In person