Job Description
Be part of history as we prepare for the biggest sporting event on the planet. Global Sports Events Corp is seeking a visionary Senior SEO Manager to lead our digital strategy for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. In this pivotal role, you will drive organic traffic, enhance brand visibility, and optimize user experiences for millions of fans worldwide.
We are looking for a data-driven leader who thrives in high-pressure environments and understands the nuances of global SEO. If you are passionate about sports and possess elite technical SEO skills, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive SEO strategy tailored for the 2026 World Cup digital ecosystem, focusing on high-volume event-related keywords.
- Conduct deep technical audits to ensure site speed, crawlability, and indexability across all regional domains.
- Lead the optimization of content strategies for multi-language and multi-region audiences, ensuring cultural relevance and local SEO best practices.
- Manage a team of SEO specialists and content creators to align on KPIs, monthly goals, and quarterly roadmaps.
- Monitor market trends and competitor analysis to pivot strategies and maintain a competitive edge in the sports industry.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX designers, developers, and marketing managers to implement schema markup and structured data.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in technical SEO, with a proven track record of managing large-scale websites.
- Deep expertise in Google Search Console, Analytics 4, and advanced SEO tools (e.g., Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog).
- Experience with international SEO, handling hreflang tags, and managing geotargeting strategies.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Passion for sports and a clear understanding of the 2026 World Cup context is highly preferred.