Freelance SEO Account Director (AI-Focused / Specialist)
AI is changing SEO faster than ever — and we’re looking for a Director who’s already ahead of the curve.
Contract: 3 months (possible 3-month extension)
Day Rate: £450/day
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Hybrid (ideally 2 days/week in office – UK-based preferred)
Industry: Media agency (with potential client-side collaboration)
About the Role
We’re hiring a freelance SEO Account Director to lead AI-driven SEO strategy for a global media agency.
You’ll guide a talented cross-regional team, shaping how AI tools and insights transform SEO performance and client growth. If you’ve already been operating at Director level and thrive on innovation, strategy, and collaboration — this one’s for you.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and evolve SEO strategy with a strong AI integration focus
* Mentor and manage SEO specialists across the UK and India
* Deliver AI-led audits, insights, and strategic recommendations
* Create and refine AI prompts and workflows for LLM-based tools
* Turn AI-powered data into clear, actionable SEO decisions
* Oversee performance reporting and adapt strategy as needed
* Act as a senior client partner, presenting insights and driving results
What We’re Looking For
* 2+ years in a Director-level SEO role (agency or client-side)
* Strong understanding of AI tools, LLMs, and AI-led SEO workflows
* Experience leading full-cycle AI audits and developing strategy
* Confident with tools like Profound, Brandlight, BrightEdge, Trajaan, AccuRanker
* Skilled at managing hybrid or remote teams
* Excellent client-facing and presentation skills
* Bonus: experience with AI-powered SEO reporting
Why You’ll Love It
Join a forward-thinking agency redefining SEO through AI. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, lead a global team, and shape strategies for major clients at the frontier of digital marketing.
📩 Interested?
Send your CV, day rate, and availability to chanelle.hall@publicisgroupe.com with the subject line:
“Freelance SEO Account Director – AI Focus”