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We partner with leading names like American Eagle, Best Buy, Domino’s, The Home Depot, Polaris, and UnitedHealth Group to build smarter media and measurement programs that drive real, profitable growth.\nWe don’t just track performance-we redefine it. Powered by our proprietary intelligence platform, EMRge, and our holistic metric Enterprise Marketing Return (EMR), we help brands connect revenue, customer, and brand outcomes into one clear picture of success. Our approach to full-funnel strategy, buying, and measurement delivers results that matter-and it’s getting noticed. 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navigate ambiguity and large organizations with ease to maximize the impact of our work \nRegular analysis and effective communication of program performance at granular levels to audiences ranging from day-to-day stakeholders up to C-suite \nClient relationship management:\nOwn, manage, and grow the overall relationship of some of Ovative Group’s largest clients \nLead day-to-day management of client organic search programs including: Clearly defining program objectives, tactics, and KPIs \nDeveloping and delivering client communication \nOwning project management, communicating status / progress against open initiatives \nTranslate evolving AI search behaviors into actionable guidance, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes for stakeholders \n\nEffectively manage client relationship and establish trust and credibility \nEffectively influence client stakeholders to evolve strategies and measurement approach to drive enterprise impact \nDeliver Ovative’s unique client experience by making their Ovative interactions the best part of their day \nTeam leadership and employee development:\nLead, manage, and grow an exceptional team of high-performing direct reports Provide meaningful, impactful feedback proactively to direct and indirect reports \nReview deliverables, align on strategies, be a thought partner, and remove roadblocks \nConduct regular development check-ins to ensure goals are on-track, including quarterly 360-degree feedback sessions \n\nManage, train, and support recruitment efforts of new Ovative team members \nFoster a culture of open communication and 360-degree feedback \nInspire your team and direct reports to reach their quarterly, annual, and long-term goals \n\nRequirements of a SEO Manager\n5+ years of experience directly responsible for enterprise-level SEO programs \nProven track record of success driving strong positive results through SEO programs \nProven excellence in the following: Performance-based, direct-response SEO strategies \nAll analytics tools (Adobe analytics, Google Analytics 4 / Google Search Console, server log analysis, etc) \nVisibility monitoring tools (STAT, Conductor/Brightedge, etc), Auditing tools (DeepCrawl, Screaming Frog, Botify, etc), Keyword research tools (Adwords, Ahrefs, SEMRush, etc, and other analysis tools \nDeep understanding of critical crawling/indexing/rendering factors \nUnderstanding of schema.org structured markup, page speed optimizations, and other scalable technical tactics \nLocal search optimization platforms (Yext, Rio, etc) \nExperience optimizing websites to be eligible, accessible, and trusted sources for AI-generated answers, summaries, and recommendations. \nWriting/reading code (HTML, JS, etc) a strong plus \n\nPrevious experience in enterprise SEO programs, performance marketing, retail, eCommerce, etc. preferred \nMinimum 1 year of experience managing direct reports \nUnderstanding of paid search platforms, strategies, and tactics a plus \nPay Transparency:\nAt Ovative, we offer a transparent view into three core components of the total compensation package: Base Salary, Annual Bonus, and Benefits.\nFor our Manager positions, including the position of SEO Manager, our compensation range is from $90,000 to $132,000 on an annualized basis, which is inclusive of an annual bonus opportunity of 20% of base salary.\nWorking at Ovative Group:\nWe provide strong, competitive, holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.\nAt Ovative, culture isn’t a buzzword-it’s the reason we’ve been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust, transparency, and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.\nWe offer flexibility. You'll work from our Minneapolis, Chicago, or New York office on set days each week, and an option to work remote on others.\nOur open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structure-where interns collaborate with VPs, analysts partner with senior leaders, and our CEO engages with every team member. Together, we create an environment where smart, driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.\nWe’re equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thrive-regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment, from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.\nBenefits:\nWe strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair, competitive compensation, a meaningful bonus program, and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well, we all benefit.\nSome tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:\nAccess to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI \nFrequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams\nGenerous paid vacation policy \n401k match program \nTop-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners \nFamily formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs \nMonthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan \nSabbatical program \nCharitable giving via our time and a financial match program \nShenanigan’s Day \nAdditional information can be found at Ovative's Career Page.\nThe details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.\nWorking at Ovative won’t be easy-but if you like challenging, hard work, driving results, and being surrounded by the best talent, it has the potential to be the most rewarding job you’ll ever have. If you think you can make us better, we want to hear from you!\nEEO & Accessibility:\nOvative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g., color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity/, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital/ status, familial status, military or veteran’s status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other status protected under applicable law).\nWe provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.\nIf you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at .\nApplication Details and Process:\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis, without current or future need for visa sponsorship. 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