SEO Strategist (Remote US) - Future Opening Job at Directive in Columbus

Overview SEO Strategist (Remote US) - Future Opening

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Directive Consulting is the leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads. We use Customer Generation to cut through the noise and drive pipeline, SQLs, and scale brands in SaaS and B2B. We move fast, think boldly, and hire people who challenge the status quo.

As we grow, we are seeking forward-thinking individuals who excel at crafting strategies that elevate search visibility, develop compelling content, and deliver value to audiences.

The Role The Content Strategist is a crucial, client-facing role responsible for day-to-day client deliverables, creating and managing custom client strategies, and communicating with clients and internal stakeholders. The Strategist engages primarily with Enterprise clients and should understand how the service line impacts other areas of the business to create a holistic marketing strategy. Internally, this role is titled Account Strategist, Content & SEO.

What You'll Do Strategic Excellence and Best Practices : Create custom strategies and implement best practices to achieve NSMs. Use project phases to build initial client strategy and optimize over the lifetime of the client, adhering to Directive best practices.

Collaboration : Work closely with the Associate Director (AsD) when roadblocks arise and to align on goals.

Content and Campaigns : Craft creative briefs and compelling content campaigns based on competitor and audience insights.

Best Practices : Apply practices such as LTV : CAC modeling, Customer Generation, Share of SERP, and Content Production.

Goal Setting : Use available data to set client goals approved by the AsD, who should attend the meetings.

Data Sources : Google Analytics, CRM data, SEMRush reporting, Ahrefs reporting.

Approval : All goals must be approved by the AsD before presenting to the client in collaboration with the AsD.

Project Management : Ensure strategy execution and clear task ownership using Asana. Delegate tasks to team members and clients and ensure timely completion. Partner with Project Managers and content writers / designers to deliver high-quality content on time.

Internal and External Communication : Build strong client relationships and proactively communicate timelines, progress, and changes to clients and internal leadership through channels like Slack between bi-weekly meetings.

Reporting : Regularly report progress and impact to clients with a cadence of bi-weekly meetings, monthly reports, quarterly reports, and bi-annual business reviews.

What You'll Bring Proven success implementing SEO principles and content strategy : keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building.

Analytical skills to analyze website traffic and SEO metrics using tools like Google Analytics.

Strong communication skills for client-facing roles and stakeholder management.

Familiarity with Google Search Console, Google Analytics, SEMRush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog.

Organizational, project, and time-management abilities.

Enthusiasm for digital marketing, SEO, and content.

Agency experience and B2B tech / SaaS experience required.

Goals NSM Attainment : 100%

MRR Retention : 96%

CSAT >

4.2

Upsells / Cross-sells / Referrals

Strategists should regularly seek opportunities to grow client relationships, including expanding service lines or increasing budgets; referrals should be pursued at key moments.

What We Offer Directive offers a set living wage, medical / dental / vision plans, disability, and life insurance for you and your family with employer-paid options. Benefits include a 100% employer-paid plan for you and 50% for dependents, plus mental health resources, gym access, unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), paid holidays, birthday leave, year-end recharge, paid parental leave, a 401(k) with 3% match, and an annual bonus based on tenure.

Work Environment Requirements As a remote-first company, you can work from anywhere in the US, with optional offices in Irvine, CA. Global opportunities may be available where we have established entities; you must have work authorization and reside in the country for global roles. This role operates 100% virtually with Zoom and Slack. A laptop (PC or Mac) and internet access are required, and a professional background is preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be provided during the application process.

If you require accommodations, please contact careers@directiveconsulting.com.

Additional Information Directive values People First and is committed to a diverse, inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Marketing and Sales

Industries Advertising Services

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