SEO Manager

SEO Manager – Sage We’re looking for a strategic, hands‑on SEO Manager to join Sage’s Global SEO team. This role focuses on supporting global initiatives while leading the regional SEO strategy for North America, turning business goals into clear, data‑led initiatives that improve visibility and performance across Sage’s digital ecosystem. As an individual contributor, you’ll plan and oversee SEO activity across on‑page, off‑page, and technical SEO, partnering with internal teams, SEO specialists, and agency partners to deliver high‑quality work that drives measurable impact. You’ll collaborate with a globally distributed team and contribute to the growth and optimization of Sage’s web ecosystem across multiple regions, business areas, and digital properties. This position offers an opportunity to help shape the future of SEO and AI‑driven marketing at a global SaaS company. Location & Hybrid Requirements: 3 days per week from either our Toronto or Vancouver office (2 days from home). Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the regional SEO strategy for North America, reporting to the Global Director of SEO, and aligned to global priorities and performance targets. Create and maintain a prioritized SEO roadmap and performance forecasts to guide regional activity and track progress toward global goals. Turn business challenges into actionable SEO projects and briefs, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and agency partners. Audit websites for on‑page, off‑page, and technical SEO issues and prioritize fixes in collaboration with internal and agency partners. Track, analyse, and report on site performance, user behaviour, and conversions to identify growth opportunities. Brief, manage, and quality‑check agency partners to ensure high‑quality content, outreach, and optimisation activities aligned to strategy. Partner with global SEO colleagues to share learnings, streamline processes, and test new approaches to improve efficiency and results. Contribute to innovation initiatives—using data, experimentation, and AI to continuously evolve how SEO drives business impact. Qualifications 5+ years developing SEO strategies for large‑scale or multi‑market websites, ideally within a digital agency or large organization. Experience as a strategic SEO account manager or director managing large clients or budgets. Deep knowledge across on‑page, off‑page, and technical SEO. Strong data‑driven communication skills and ability to influence decisions with clear recommendations. Exceptional communicator, comfortable working with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams. Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and V‑lookups. A proactive operator who is curious, organised, and can drive projects forward independently while collaborating globally. Preferred Basic scripting knowledge (Regex, Python, or JavaScript). Experience exploring or implementing AI tools. Benefits 100% paid premiums for health, dental, and vision coverage. RRSP contribution match (100% up to 4%). 35 days paid time off (11 holidays, 16 vacation days, 3 personal days, 5 sick days). Work Away program – 10 weeks in a country of your choice (from a Sage‑approved list). 18 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or surrogacy, 1 year after start date. 5 days paid yearly to volunteer (through Sage Foundation). $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after hire. Sage Wellness Rewards Program (annual fitness reimbursement). Library of on‑demand career development options and ongoing training offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr