Overview
Join to apply for the Senior SEO Consultant role at DEPT. This role is part of our Digital Marketing team, based in Zürich and Berlin. Our SEO team helps clients strengthen their online presence and achieve sustainable growth through organic search and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). As a Senior SEO Consultant, you’ll be a strategic partner – understanding client needs, constructively challenging goals, assessing feasibility, and providing actionable solutions.
Location: Zürich, hybrid. This role focuses on delivering cutting-edge solutions for leading brands, while fostering global collaboration and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement effective SEO/GEO strategies that align with client objectives and target audiences.
* Independently manage and advise medium to large client projects.
* Conduct SEO/GEO audits, strategy concepts, and analyses (e.g., keyword/prompt research, technical checks, content checks, backlink audits).
* Monitor and analyze performance, prepare clear reports, and provide actionable recommendations to clients.
* Guide and delegate tasks to junior team members and trainees, ensuring quality assurance and supporting their development.
* Collaborate across teams and stakeholders, ensuring SEO/GEO initiatives are integrated into broader digital strategies.
* Stay up to date with SEO trends and innovations (including AI-driven search and GEO) and adapt client strategies accordingly.
* Contribute to knowledge sharing through internal trainings, workshops, or client education sessions.
* Ensure efficient project delivery within defined budgets and timelines.
What We Are Looking For
* Fluency in German and English, both spoken and written (French a plus).
* At least 5 years of professional experience in-house SEO or in an SEO agency.
* Expert knowledge in various SEO disciplines, especially technical SEO.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills for clients and stakeholders.
* Ability to manage projects independently while collaborating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
* Comfort with common SEO tools, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and basic HTML/CSS knowledge.
* Curiosity and willingness to stay ahead of industry trends, including AI-driven search and GEO.
* A proactive, critical, and creative mindset with a drive to deliver measurable results.
We Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
* Hybrid working options with flexible start/finish times.
* Above-average social initiatives and mental health support.
* 25 days paid holiday with the option for unpaid leave.
* Collaborative culture with team celebrations and opportunities to work with diverse clients.
* Fully accessible offices in Zürich or a smaller office in Bern.
* DEPT: Certified B Corp since 2021; recognized as Agency of the Year at The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
* Opportunities for skill development through training, development, and certifications.
* Global DEPT Cares Month to support local charities.
Who We Are
We are pioneers at heart, born digital, and a new model of agency with deep tech and marketing expertise. We hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. Our culture combines global reach with the autonomy to solve client problems, wherever you are in the world.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
DEPT is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive. We actively recruit, develop, nurture, and retain diverse talent. If you don’t meet every qualification, apply—let us decide. We encourage discussions about reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment. Learn more about our DEI efforts with us.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Marketing and Sales
Industries: Advertising Services
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