Account Director SEO - M/F - Permanent Contract

Description

For clarity and accessibility, we have chosen not to use inclusive writing in our communications. WPP Media is firmly committed to diversity: we value inclusion and equality, considering all candidates without distinction of gender identity, ethnic origin, or religion. All our positions are also open to people with disabilities.

About WPP Media :

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build a better future for our employees, our planet, our clients, and our communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. WPP Media is WPP's global media collective. In a world where media is ubiquitous, we bring together the best platform, the best talent, and the best partners to develop the most innovative solutions, delivering unparalleled growth for our clients. For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our employees. It is thanks to this synergy that we manage to create truly exceptional experiences, both for our clients and for our internal teams. To succeed in this role, it is essential to embody the core values that unite WPP and WPP Media:

• Be Extraordinary by fostering collective leadership that inspires truly transformative creativity.
• Create an Open Environment by finding the perfect balance between employee fulfillment and client satisfaction, all based on mutual trust.
• Lead with Optimism by actively driving growth and development to mobilize our entire organization.
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Context The SEO department at WPP Media is accelerating its technical and product transformation. We are looking for a Senior Technical SEO Consultant capable of taking charge of our most complex accounts while structuring our internal assets.

Missions

Management of Complex SEO Accounts

• Take strategic and operational responsibility for key accounts (e-commerce, international, multi-market).
• Structure and manage SEO roadmaps with a long-term vision, in line with client business objectives.
• Be the reference point on the agency side: ensure the quality of deliverables, the fulfillment of commitments, and the measurable progression of performance.

Strategic Consulting and Client Relations

• Lead strategic committees with clients, in a senior consulting capacity, not execution.
• Identify growth opportunities (upsell, new SEO/GEO topics, Search synergies).
• Demystify technical recommendations for non-expert stakeholders (marketing, e-commerce, digital departments).

Mentoring and Structuring

• Mentor and develop the skills of SEO consultants on the accounts they are responsible for.
• Contribute to the formalization of the department's methodologies and best practices.
• Participate in innovation topics (GEO/LLM, AI applied to SEO) without being the sole technical referent.

Development and Cross-functionality

• Work in coordination with SEA, Data, and Analytics teams for integrated Search strategies.
• Contribute to pitches and tender responses for strategic accounts.

Experience and Skills

• 6 to 10 years of experience in SEO, with a significant portion in an agency managing enterprise-level accounts.
• Solid mastery of SEO fundamentals: technical (crawl, indexing, Core Web Vitals), semantic, and performance.
• Comfortable with reference tools (Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, GSC, GA4) without necessarily mastering development.
• Previous exposure to GEO/LLM topics and SERP evolution (AI Overviews, Search Generative Experience) is a real asset.

Posture and Interpersonal Skills

• Strong client focus: ability to manage senior client-side stakeholders with ease and conviction.
• Natural leadership on their accounts, without needing validation at each step.
• Pedagogical approach: ability to make complex recommendations understandable to a non-technical audience.
• Collaborative spirit with internal teams (SEA, data, product).
• Fluent professional English, both written and spoken.

What will make the difference

• Experience in multi-market or multi-brand environments.
• Ability to lead pre-sales topics and contribute to pitches.
• Sincere interest in Search transformations (AI, LLM, integrated Search).

Life at WPP Media and its benefits Our commitment to shaping the future of media is demonstrated through active support for the professional development of our talent, helping them reach their full potential. This approach is accompanied by a responsible vision in our media investment strategies, thus reflecting our dual priority: valuing our employees while adopting sustainable practices in our industry. WPP Media employees have privileged access to the international networks of WPP Media and WPP, enabling them to develop their passions, expand their professional network, and stay at the forefront of marketing and advertising innovations. We have vast and varied resources at the service of our employees; our company actively cultivates the inclusion of talent from all backgrounds. The successes and expertise of the teams are regularly highlighted during unifying events that also punctuate key moments of the year, thus strengthening our collaborative and diverse corporate culture.

Our benefits include :

• Remote work: up to 2 days per week and 2 full weeks to be taken in two parts during the year
• Two additional paid days off, including the Monday of Pentecost
• Additional vacation days for every 5 years of seniority
• 5 additional remote work days per month for employees suffering from endometriosis
• Disability policy: 3 paid days of authorized absence per year, access to Universal Employment Vouchers, and specific support for employees with a RQTH (Recognition of Status as a Disabled Worker)
• Possible solidarity missions through the We care and we act program

Recruitment Process

Interview with the recruitment team: An initial telephone or videoconference interview with a member of our recruitment team. This will allow us to get to know your skills and experience better, and will give you the opportunity to ask questions about the position and the company. 🥈Operational interview: To assess the suitability of your skills and profile to the requirements of the position. 🥉Case study: A case study will be proposed to evaluate your technical skills related to the position. A presentation will be offered. We are committed to making this process as quick and efficient as possible, and to maintaining open and transparent communication throughout the process.

WPP Media guarantees equal opportunities and considers all candidates without discrimination or consideration of particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering an environment of respect where everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities for professional development. Consult our privacy policy to learn everything about the protection of your data privacy policy. Although we review all applications received, we only contact selected candidates for an interview.

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