[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Publicis Groupe jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Publicis Groupe · Chicago # Director, SEO Chicago Hybrid Director $174,300.00/Annually Executive & Management Listed on Publicis Groupe’s official careers site. Posted September 28, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Publicis Groupe’s careers site →](https://careers.publicisgroupe.com/jobs/175401?lang=en-us) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Publicis Groupe](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/) / Director, SEO ## Job description Company description Hi there—at Razorfish, we’re leaders in what's next. Since the dawn of the internet, we’ve helped brands move first through every era of transformation, defining what digital means for business and now leading brands into the age of AI. Everyone has a prediction. Razorfish has a track record. Named a Most Innovative Agency three years running (2024–2026) by Campaign US, our work reflects a proven ability not just to anticipate what’s coming, but to help our clients actively shape the future. No matter the trend or cultural moment, delivering real business impact wouldn’t be possible without our people. We bring together curious, driven, and diverse thinkers who challenge convention, push boundaries, and hold a high bar for creative excellence. If you’re motivated to work alongside top performers, push the boundaries of what’s possible, and help define where technology, business, and marketing are headed next—this is the place to do it. Join us at razorfish.com. ### Responsibilities Responsible for setting the SEO vision and leading complex client relationships across a client or portfolio of brands, ensuring best-in-class strategy, execution, innovation, and team growth - Owns the strategic direction of SEO programs and partners with cross-functional leaders to develop integrated plans, performance narratives, and growth recommendations - Evaluates the competitive landscape, identifies emerging search trends, and translates insights into actionable strategies that drive measurable business impact - Leads executive-level reporting, client presentations, and strategic storytelling with a focus on business outcomes, performance trends, and future opportunities - Develops, mentors, and leads SEO team members across levels, supporting performance management, workload delegation, capability growth, and career development - Serves as a senior SEO leader in internal and external discussions, building trusted relationships with clients, partners, and agency leadership ### Qualifications - 10+ years of direct, work-related experience in search engine optimization, digital marketing, or a closely related role - Proven ability to lead multiple complex workstreams and teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Deep understanding of digital marketing, technical SEO, content strategy, analytics, and search industry trends/current best practices Extensive knowledge of how SEO integrates with media, content, UX, analytics, commerce, and technology channels Expertise across technical SEO, content optimization, keyword strategy, information architecture, measurement frameworks, and modern on-site optimization principles - Strong executive presence, analytical rigor, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to define strategy, influence stakeholders, and guide teams toward effective action Additional information The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include: Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance Tuition Assistance Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more Matching Gifts programs Flexible working arrangements ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility) Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ### Compensation Range USD $121,315.00 - USD $174,300.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/15/2026. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 22 days - Location: Chicago - Work arrangement: Hybrid - Pay: $174,300.00/Annually[Apply on Publicis Groupe’s careers site →](https://careers.publicisgroupe.com/jobs/175401?lang=en-us) ## More jobs at Publicis Groupe ### [Account Director](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/jobs/30a4fcf9c160ca218cb0/) Chicago ### [Account Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/jobs/4668ce25514ce8a9f320/) Chicago ### [Account Supervisor — Regulated Category](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/jobs/3859d6531fa31ff37c6a/) Chicago ### [Art Director](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/publicis-groupe/jobs/ff02848a32aca581247c/) Chicago ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [SEO Data Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ebay/jobs/0367955e23c7026f0581/) eBay · San Jose, California ### [Sr Analyst-Digital SEO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lowes/jobs/757916178dec921e3165/) Lowe's · Mooresville, NC ### [Senior Strategist, SEO Content](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/macys/jobs/cf4864a0537b50901749/) Macy's · New York, NY, United States ### [Director, SEO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/omnicom/jobs/a6407942e895832e5d76/) Omnicom · New York ### [Scientific Digital Content Writer (SEO & AI-Optimized Content)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/4105c47e33951df1e914/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Carlsbad, California, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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