Do you love SEO?
Do you love teaching it just as much?
This role lets you do both.
By leading onboarding and training, building scalable learning systems, and running your own SEO campaigns, this role is the perfect blend of educating others and hands on SEO.
Who we are:
At StudioHawk, there are no generalists here; just damn good SEOs.
Our mission? To deliver the best SEO, simply.
We’re a multi-award-winning SEO agency, proudly specialised and globally recognised. As a cast of wholesome nerds, we’re passionate about search, obsessed with learning, and genuinely kind people who care about doing great work together.
We believe in:
Create WOW
We go beyond expected, crafting moments that surprise, delight, and inspire.
Continuous Growth and Learning
Always improving, always curious, nerdy for knowledge.
Humble Hawks Take Accountability
We own it and lift each other up.
We Have Each Other’s Backs
Because teamwork isn’t a buzzword here.
We’re also proud of the recognition we’ve earned along the way:
- Global Agency Awards - Best Agency Culture
- 2x SEMRush Agency of the Year
- 4x APAC Search Awards - Best Large SEO Agency
- Global Digital Excellence Awards - Standout SEO Agency of the Year
We have a global team, with offices across Melbourne, Sydney, London, and Atlanta.
And we’re stoked to work with 400+ amazing brands, including New Balance, Officeworks, The Good Guys, Cue, Aje Athletica, Petstock, The Reject Shop, and many more.
But our ‘why’ extends beyond business. From offering employment opportunities to those often overlooked, to boosting client success, to partnering with the Lighthouse Foundation, we’re all about creating a positive impact in everything we do.
We’re not generalists. We’re SEO experts who care deeply about the craft, and about the people behind it.
What you’ll do:
We know that 91% of people leave a job because it wasn’t what they expected, so let’s be crystal clear from the start.
You’ll be part of a team that blends strategy, creativity, and curiosity.
As our Learning & Development Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in nurturing talent, maintaining our knowledge repositories, and keeping our team at the forefront of SEO and industry trends. You’ll own onboarding new staff, training of current staff, and the systems that make learning scalable, as well as managing your own SEO campaigns so everything you teach is tested in the real world.
Your day-to-day might include, but not limited to:
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Owning the L&D strategy for the SEO team, aligned with the annual business plan.
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Building capability matrices and structured pathways.
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Liaising with expert specialists to identify skill gaps within the agency, and facilitate training accordingly.
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Running and improving the SEO Bootcamp, our system used to onboard Junior SEO Specialists and SEO Specialists.
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Assisting Team Leaders with onboarding of staff beyond the bootcamp, and supporting onboarding of new staff across all departments.
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Owning the Company Wiki and LMS, including maintenance and troubleshooting
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Owning and evolving our learning curriculum, updating training based on SEO trends and algorithm changes.
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Delivering regular training sessions to staff on advanced topics, skill development, and tailored uplift.
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Rolling out new internal training initiatives, including new tools, platforms, and systems like CRMs.
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Managing a portfolio of clients, owning the strategy and execution of SEO campaigns.
From day one, you’ll have ownership of your work and support to help you thrive, because we believe in giving trust early and coaching continuously.
Who you are:
What matters most is your mindset.
You’re someone who:
- Stays up to date on the latest SEO trends.
- Loves learning new things and has a genuine passion for teaching others.
- Is humble and hungry; you own mistakes, seek feedback, and take action.
- Believes in team wins over ego.
- Wants to do work that means something, and see the difference you make.
As with any role, there are requirements, and we want to be upfront so you know what's expected.
Must haves:
- 2-3+ years (or equivalent experience) in an SEO role.
- Hands-on experience with SEO tools (e.g. Google Analytics, Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog).
- Comfortable owning knowledge systems (Wiki + LMS) and keeping them current
- Proven experience using AI to optimise processes and workflows.
- Proven ability to run onboarding/training programs and improve them over time.
- High attention to detail, great time management, and a “get it done” attitude.
- Completion of a certification in Learning & Development, or completion within the first 6 months of employment.
Desirable bonus skills:
- Experience with the Seismic/Lessonly platform
- Leadership and management training
What you’ll get:
When you join StudioHawk, you’re getting a career and company that invests in your success.
🌟 Growth & Development
- Clear career pathways and promotions from within. SEO specialists have gone on to be team leaders, department heads, and one even the general manager.
- Continuous learning through workshops, our own learning management system, conferences, and certifications.
- Leadership and management training to help you grow beyond your role.
💙 Culture & Care
- Birthday leave & surprise, because you deserve to be celebrated.
- Health and wellness initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
- Daily breakfast to fuel your brain, not just your workload.
- Regular team events, activities & lunches; from trivia to axe-throwing, we love good vibes.
- Monthly physio sessions/massages.
- And so much more.
🏆 Recognition & WOW Moments
- WOW moments - we celebrate wins with gifts, trips, and gratitude.
- A reputation and brand you’ll be proud to stand behind.
Salary & Compensation:
We believe in transparency - here’s what this role offers:
- Base salary: AUD $90,000 to $105,000 + superannuation (depending on experience & technical ability)
- We believe in rewarding hard workers, not just giving them more stuff to do with nothing in return. Bonus/performance incentives tied to client outcomes and workload.
- And so much more… that you will have to see for yourself.
So, ready to soar with the Hawks?
Now that you know about us, it’s time for us to know a little more about you.
If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute to the success of StudioHawk, passionate about growth, and ready to create WOW, we can’t wait to meet you.
Apply now and tell us in your cover letter:
- Why you want to join StudioHawk
- What impact you want to make in your next role
- What makes you a wholesome nerd
Let’s soar to new heights together. 🦅
