Senior SEO Specialist – Hybrid – Montreal

About the role

We are looking for a Senior SEO Specialist to lead strategic SEO initiatives for a diverse portfolio of clients at a digital marketing consultancy based in Montreal. The role combines technical SEO expertise with commercial thinking to improve visibility across traditional and AI‑powered search experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive SEO strategies aligned with client objectives, competitive landscape and target audience.
• Conduct in‑depth technical SEO audits and identify opportunities to improve crawlability, performance and search visibility.
• Design optimisation plans for local businesses, e‑commerce platforms, franchise organisations and regulated industries.
• Create strategies for emerging AI‑driven search, including large language models and generative search platforms.
• Monitor organic traffic trends, analyse performance data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Present results, strategic recommendations and insights to clients on a regular basis.
• Manage an assigned portfolio of client accounts as a trusted strategic advisor.
• Support website redesigns, migrations, content optimisation and UX improvements from an SEO perspective.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional marketing teams to deliver integrated digital strategies.
• Stay up‑to‑date with algorithm updates, industry developments and emerging technologies.

Required profile

• Minimum four years of SEO experience in a digital agency or consulting environment.
• Strong technical SEO knowledge combined with commercial and data‑driven thinking.
• Ability to work across multiple industries and website types.
• Excellent communication skills for client presentations and reporting.

Required skills

• Technical SEO
• AI‑powered search strategy
• Search performance analysis

What we offer

• Hybrid work model (on‑site in Montreal and remote).
• Competitive salary range $70,000‑$90,000 CAD per year.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.