SEO Manager, GEO & AI Search

Company Description

Sosemo is an award-winning strategic search and media agency built for where discovery is headed next. We help brands win visibility across traditional search engines, AI-powered answer environments, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and emerging AI-driven discovery experiences. Our operating model is human-led and AI agent-enabled, combining strategic expertise with governed automation and workflow innovation.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated SEO Manager, GEO & AI Search who combines strong SEO expertise with a passion for AI-enabled marketing operations. This role will be responsible for managing day-to-day SEO and GEO initiatives while actively leveraging and improving AI-assisted workflows that drive efficiency, scalability, and performance.

The ideal candidate understands both traditional search optimization and the evolving impact of AI search experiences, zero-click discovery, and AI-generated answers. They are comfortable working alongside AI agents, using structured prompt frameworks, and helping identify opportunities for workflow automation while maintaining human accountability and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct keyword research, keyword listening, competitive analysis, and search-intent research.
• Develop recommendations for technical SEO, on-page SEO, content optimization, and site architecture improvements.
• Support GEO, AEO, and AI visibility optimization initiatives.
• Develop and execute SEO strategies that align with client business objectives.
• Develop and manage link-building, digital PR, and authority-building initiatives.
• Build client-facing reports and provide strategic insights and recommendations.
• Monitor and analyze SEO, GEO, and AI visibility performance metrics.
• Stay current on search engine algorithms, AI search trends, and emerging optimization techniques.
• Use AI agents and AI-assisted workflows to support keyword research, technical audits, metadata generation, content optimization, reporting, and competitive intelligence.
• Contribute to reusable prompt libraries, workflow templates, QA checklists, and process documentation.
• Identify repetitive SEO tasks that may benefit from automation or agent-assisted execution.
• Assist with testing, validating, and improving AI-enabled workflows and outputs.
• Ensure all AI-assisted outputs are reviewed for quality, accuracy, compliance, and client appropriateness before delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Information Systems, Communications, or related field.
• 4–6 years of SEO experience, preferably agency-side.
• Strong knowledge of technical SEO, content optimization, analytics, and search performance measurement.
• Familiarity with GEO, AEO, AI Overviews, and AI search ecosystems.
• Experience with enterprise SEO platforms such as BrightEdge, Conductor, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Lumar/Deepcrawl, or equivalent.
• Experience with Google Analytics, Search Console, Looker Studio, Adobe Analytics, or similar.
• Experience using AI tools, prompt engineering, or workflow automation to improve productivity.
• Understanding of human-in-the-loop quality assurance and responsible AI use.
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

Along with a competitive salary (salary range: $82,500 - $95,000) and benefits, you’ll work with a team that values ownership, innovation, and practical AI adoption that improves real outcomes.

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work environment
• Significant leadership and growth opportunities

Additional Information:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.

Our office is located at 26 Broadway, NYC, with access to common areas, a podcast studio, and stocked snacks and coffee.

AI Enablement Statement

Sosemo is building a human-led, AI agent-enabled operating model. Employees in this role will be expected to actively leverage, improve, and help evolve AI-enabled workflows that support SEO, GEO, analytics, reporting, content optimization, research, and operational efficiency. AI is used to enhance productivity and scale, but…