Location: Pakenham, Melbourne
Role: This is an office-based role - Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Start Date: Immediate
Employment Type: Full-Time
At Zain Digital, we don’t just deliver digital marketing—we create real impact for the clients we serve. From SEO to websites and Google Ads, our work helps small to medium businesses thrive—and now, we’re looking for someone to help lead that impact.
We are seeking an experienced SEO Specialist & Account Manager to lead and grow our SEO department. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who is passionate about delivering measurable results, taking ownership of the department, and driving client success. You will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and optimising effective SEO strategies to drive traffic, enhance visibility, and improve search rankings for our clients.
If you're looking for an opportunity to lead, strategise, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you!
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be stepping into a leadership role where your ideas are heard, your results are celebrated, and your department is yours to grow. If you’ve been managing SEO campaigns and are ready to lead the charge, this is your next big move.
Key Responsibilities:
* SEO Department Leadership: Take full ownership of the SEO department, treating it as your own, and ensuring its growth and success.
* Client Strategy & Management: Plan, strategise, and execute tailored SEO strategies for clients while maintaining strong relationships.
* Campaign Planning & Execution: Set clear expectations, KPIs, and goals for each campaign to ensure measurable success.
* Technical SEO & Optimisation: Proficient keyword research, conducting audits, implementing fixes, and on-page and off-page optimisation techniques.
* Hands-On & Team Oversight: While some hands-on SEO work will be required, you will primarily oversee an existing SEO staff member, ensuring they meet their duties and KPIs.
* Sales & Proposals: Handle inbound sales inquiries and create proposals for new leads to help expand the SEO department.
* Tools, Tracking & Reporting: Experience with SEO tools such as AHREFS, Google Analytics, Search Console, Tag Manager, and Screaming Frog, as well as being able to monitor performance, providing insights and recommendations to clients.
* Technical Skills: A sound understanding of HTML, CSS, cPanel & Wordpress.
* Competitive & Industry Analysis: Stay ahead of SEO trends, algorithm updates, and industry best practices to refine strategies.
About You:
* Experienced SEO Leader: Proven expertise in SEO account management, with a track record of delivering real results.
* Strategic Thinker: Ability to formulate, implement, and oversee SEO game plans for multiple clients.
* Strong Client Manager: Comfortable handling client meetings, explaining strategies, and setting clear expectations.
* Results-Driven: Ability to set KPI-driven goals and ensure strategies align with client objectives.
* Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Independent & Proactive: Self-motivated with the ability to work unsupervised and take initiative.
* Technical SEO Proficiency: Knowledge of website structure, indexing, crawling, schema markup, and industry-leading SEO tools.
* Sales & Business Development Mindset: Ability to put together proposals and drive new business opportunities.
* Leadership & Oversight: Experience in managing or mentoring team members, ensuring they meet performance goals.
* Dog-Friendly Attitude: We have an office dog, so you must be comfortable around pets!
What Success Looks Like:
Consistently improving client search rankings, driving organic traffic growth, and delivering actionable recommendations that align with client goals.
Monitoring and enhancing key SEO metrics, including keyword rankings, organic traffic, click-through rates, bounce rates, and conversions.
Why Join Zain Digital?
Be the driver of real results. At Zain Digital, we believe in creating work that matters—where your expertise isn’t just seen, but celebrated. You’ll lead our SEO department, shape strategy, guide a team, and directly influence the success of our clients. If you're fuelled by purpose, driven by performance, and ready to take ownership, this is where you’ll thrive.
* Lead & Grow Your Own SEO Department: Take full ownership of our SEO services and drive real impact to our clients.
* Supportive & Collaborative Team: Work alongside experienced digital marketers in a fun, friendly environment.
* Career Growth Opportunities: Be part of a fast-growing agency with room to develop your leadership skills.
* Flexible Work Environment: We promote a healthy work-life balance.
* Competitive Salary: Get paid what you're worth for your expertise and contributions.
* Innovative & Fun Workplace: Culture is king at Zain Digital. Enjoy a dynamic office culture, team lunches, table tennis, and a dog-friendly space.
* Work That Matters: Create work that matters. If you're driven by purpose and results, you'll love the impact your work has—because when you deliver, you're not just ticking boxes, you're transforming our clients’ businesses.
* Skip the Monash Car Park: If you're based in the South East, enjoy a city-free commute and reclaim your mornings.
Perks & Office Vibe
Here’s a little extra you’ll enjoy working with us:
* Small on-site gym: to squeeze in a workout before or after hours.
* Open-plan, inclusive office: with a table tennis table for those mental breaks.
* Team banter is strong: we work hard but keep things light, fun, and supportive.
* 2-minute walk from Pakenham East train station: and close to Pakenham Shopping Centre for cafes and small businesses.
* Free on-site parking: (and no Monash traffic if you're local!)
How to Apply:
Ready to step up, take the lead, and shape the future of SEO at a growing agency? Send us your resume and a short cover letter showcasing your proudest SEO wins and leadership strengths—we’d love to hear from you.
Please fill out our application form here application form .
Note: NO RECRUITERS, Thank you.
Must be located in Melbourne, it is an in-office position, no off-shore applications please.
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