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Account Director SEO - F/H - CDI

WPP MediaParis, FranceMedia Management & Delivery
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
24 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Account Director SEO position at WPP Media in Paris, France, suits an experienced search optimization professional ready to take charge of complex client accounts and shape internal methodologies. This role combines strategic client advisory with technical search leadership within a global, AI-driven media operating unit.

Key Responsibilities

Take full strategic and operational ownership of enterprise-level, international, and multi-market e-commerce accounts.
Design and drive long-term SEO roadmaps aligned directly with overarching client business objectives.
Act as the primary agency contact to guarantee top-tier deliverable quality, adherence to commitments, and measurable performance growth.
Facilitate senior-level strategic client committees, pinpoint growth opportunities, upsell services, and identify search synergies.
Translate intricate technical suggestions into clear language for non-technical partners like marketing and digital departments.
Mentor and elevate the skills of SEO consultants assigned to managed accounts while contributing to best practices.
Partner closely with paid search, data, and analytics teams to formulate cohesive, integrated search strategies.
Support new business pitches and respond to formal requests for proposals on key accounts.

Requirements

Possess 6 to 10 years of professional search optimization experience, highlighting significant agency tenure managing enterprise-level portfolios.
Demonstrate a strong mastery of technical crawl, indexation, Core Web Vitals, semantic foundations, and overall performance metrics.
Exhibit fluency with standard industry tools like Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, Google Search Console, and Google Analytics 4.
Display a strong client-focused posture capable of managing senior advertiser stakeholders with ease and conviction.
Apply natural leadership skills to oversee accounts independently while maintaining clear internal collaboration.
Communicate fluently in professional English across both written and verbal channels.

Nice to Have

Prior exposure to generative engine optimization, large language models, and evolving search engine results pages featuring AI overviews.
Experience working within multi-market or multi-brand environments.
Demonstrated capability to drive pre-sales conversations and contribute directly to competitive pitches.

Skills and Tools

Technical SEO (Crawl, Indexation, Core Web Vitals)
Semantic SEO
Screaming Frog
Semrush
Ahrefs
Google Search Console (GSC)
Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
LLM and GEO concepts

Salary and Benefits

Remote work flexibility offering up to 2 days per week plus 2 full weeks split across the year.
Two extra rest days provided, including Whit Monday.
Additional paid leave days granted based on company tenure milestones.
Special monthly remote work allowances for employees experiencing endometriosis.
Dedicated disability support policies featuring paid days off, universal employment service checks, and specialized accommodations.
Opportunities to participate in solidarity missions through internal company programs.

About the Company

WPP Media functions as the trusted AI-driven media operating unit of WPP, bringing together data, media, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Connected through the pioneering agentic marketing platform WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, the organization helps the world's leading brands navigate industry changes and capture growth opportunities. The company operates with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity across all business units and office locations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

LLM

Questions candidates ask

What experience level is required for this role?

Candidates must have between 6 and 10 years of search optimization experience, with a significant portion gained in an agency setting managing enterprise accounts.

Where is this job located?

This position is based in Paris, France, with hybrid remote work options available.

What tools should I be familiar with?

Applicants should be comfortable using industry-standard solutions such as Screaming Frog, Semrush, Ahrefs, Google Search Console, and Google Analytics 4.

Are there remote work opportunities?

Yes, employees can work remotely up to 2 days per week, plus two full weeks split across the year.

What are the steps in the recruitment process?

The hiring process consists of an initial call or video chat with the recruitment team, followed by an operational interview, and a technical case study presentation.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official WPP Media careers page.

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