SEO Specialist

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Chicago, IL
In-Office
65K-80K Annually
Mid level
AdTech
The Role
As an SEO Specialist, you will develop SEO strategies, perform keyword research, optimize websites, resolve technical issues, and report on performance, contributing to brand visibility and client success.
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Move Your Career Forward with DAC as a SEO Specialist

Who We Are

We are DAC—a global full-funnel performance media agency dedicated to delivering transformative results. With expertise spanning SEO, paid media, creative production, analytics, and local optimization, we combine the brightest minds with innovative technology to deliver seamless, forward-thinking strategies. Powered by AI, data, and creative ingenuity, we deliver integrated campaigns that engage customers at every touchpoint—from global audiences to individual store locations.

Position Summary

Do you have the enthusiasm to rise to each challenge, the execution to drive outrageous performance, the curiosity to continually expand your knowledge, and the courage to propose original solutions to perplexing problems? Then you may have just found the perfect opportunity at a performance marketing agency like no other.

When it comes to search engine optimization, from on page copy to schema you know every word counts—but it all starts with a well-rounded strategy backed by industry expertise. That’s where you come in. As our SEO Specialist, you’ll be our resident expert on all things organic search and AI search.

Can you combine technical expertise, strategic insight, and creativity to help brands stand out in a crowded marketplace? Then you may be exactly what we’re looking for to bring our SEO team to the next level.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop SEO goals based on the client’s KPI’s and objectives. 
  • Perform research to gain a better understanding of target audience, brand, category, and competitive landscape. 
  • Keyword research to generate relevant keyword lists and themes for new and existing programs. 
  • Carry out full technical SEO audits as required with recommendations for programs including: 
    • URL structure 
    • Schema Markup 
    • Navigation Structure 
    • Canonicalization Issues 
    • Contextual links 
    • HTML & XML sitemaps 
    • Robots.txt 
    • Meta data
  • Enhance on-page optimization of pages based on keyword research and program goals, as well as off-page tactics including article syndication with respect to domain authority enhancement. 
  • Website errors and issues are troubleshot and resolved in a timely manner or escalated as necessary. 
  • Report on project status to Account Manager and client team. 
  • Support senior SEO and account teammates on client calls with technical campaign information.  
  • Present audits and SEO performance reports to clients and account managers 
  • Ensure that all websites and internet properties under your influence have been technically optimized to attract and engage those visitors that closely match the agreed profile of the target audience. 
  • Suggest content improvements with a view to improving organic traction. 
  • Monitor key metrics using analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics) to assess opportunities and issues. 
  • Keep updated on search marketing industry by researching, networking, reading blogs, forums, and new sources. 
  • Share knowledge of SEO practices and provide a point of view on emerging developments and industry enhancements.  
  • Demonstrate knowledge of SEO tools

What You Bring

  • Minimum of 2-3 years of online marketing experience preferably in an agency environment  
  • In-depth understanding of the search engine ranking process  
  • Basic knowledge of HTML, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, and web standards.  ASP.NET knowledge is a plus  
  • Deep experience in keyword research  
  • Proven track record of improving search rankings through application of SEO best practice  
  • Experience of writing and evaluating copy for SEO purposes  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SEO tools (e.g. Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console, Bright Edge, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Adobe Analytics, Screaming Frog, etc)  

What You’ll Get

  • Professional Growth: Work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge tools in the performance marketing industry.
  • Collaborative Culture: Be part of a global organization that values curiosity, transparency, and innovation.
  • Competitive Benefits:
    • Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
    • Generous PTO, wellness initiatives and parental leave.
    • Retirement saving plans.
    • Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
    • A supportive, collaborative, and casual work environment.

How We Work

This role requires three in-office days per week. Fully remote work is not available for this position.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. DAC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to [email protected]

At DAC we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, vision, dental, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and employee assistance support. Full-time employees are eligible to participate in the DAC benefit programs.

Salary at DAC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected total compensation range for this position is starting at $65,000 to $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of DAC’s total compensation package for employees.

Top Skills

Adobe Analytics
Ahrefs
Bright Edge
CSS
Google Analytics 4
Google Search Console
HTML
JavaScript
PHP
Screaming Frog
Semrush
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The Company
HQ: Purchase, NY
677 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

DAC is a leading global digital performance agency—helping marketers connect with consumers from enterprise right down to the hyper-local level since 1972.

DAC is passionate about helping businesses build, maintain, and optimize their online presence—leveraging expertise in everything from paid media, SEO and content strategy, to UX, creative storytelling, reputation management and data analytics to drive performance and help our clients achieve transformational growth.

DAC has also been named as one of the most significant performance agencies in The Forrester Wave™, Q3 2019, recognizing the agency for bringing a unique offering to multilocation brands.

To learn more about how DAC can help you drive digital performance, visit dacgroup.com and to join our team visit dacgroup.com/careers.

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