SEO Strategist (EarlyBird) - Melbourne

Are you looking for more than just another job in digital marketing?

Do you want to make a real difference to clients, to your team, and to your career?

Well, we think you might wanna read this.

What you’ll do:

We want you to know what you’re signing up for, so let’s be crystal clear from the start.

You’ll be part of a team that blends strategy, creativity, and curiosity.

As an SEO Strategist at EarlyBird, you will own the strategy for a portfolio of SMB accounts, ensuring that each client receives a tailored, data-driven approach to increase organic visibility and traffic. While not responsible for execution, you'll lead the strategic direction, collaborating with our talented team to implement the plan and deliver measurable results.

Your day-to-day might include:

• Leading SEO strategy for a portfolio of SMB accounts, ensuring alignment with business goals and KPIs
• Providing actionable insights and technical guidance on SEO performance, including keyword research, content mapping, and site audits
• Managing client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
• Setting and managing client expectations, including strategy scope, deliverables, and timelines.
• Leading regular communication, presenting clear performance reports and future strategies to clients.
• Providing guidance to clients on optimising website structure and content to enhance SEO performance.
• Analysing and reporting on campaign progress using tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
• Liaising with SEO Technicians to ensure campaign results, success and client satisfaction.
• Working closely with your team - sharing ideas, learning, and supporting each other.

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:

• Thrives on continuous learning.
• 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.
• Embraces AI to work smarter, stay ahead, and deliver better outcomes.

As with any role, there are requirements, and we want to be upfront so you know what's expected.

Must haves:

• Located in Melbourne, Australia.
• 1-2 years of SEO experience in a digital agency setting.
• Strong core understanding of SEO and hands-on experience covering foundational SEO principles (On-Page, Technical, and Off-Page).
• Hands-on experience with SEO tools (e.g. Google Analytics, Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog).
• Proven familiarity and experience managing SEO for websites built on platforms such as WordPress and Shopify.
• Demonstrable expertise in Local SEO strategies and optimisation.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, essential for handling a high volume of SMB client accounts.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on professional client interaction.

Desirable bonus skills:

• Previous experience specifically targeting or working with Small and Medium Business (SMB) clients in the Australian market.
• Familiarity with marketing automation or CRM platforms.

Who is EarlyBird:

EarlyBird is a specialist SEO agency dedicated to helping Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) across Australia, unlock sustainable organic growth.

We actively embrace AI to enhance how we research, optimise and scale SEO performance. From smarter insights to faster execution, we use AI-driven tools to deliver more precise strategies and better outcomes, without losing the human expertise that drives real growth. We believe in delivering high-impact, pure SEO strategies that are accessible and scalable for businesses ready to take flight.

We’re a new and exciting product of StudioHawk, one of Australia's most respected SEO agencies, and by joining the EarlyBird team, you’ll be joining the wider Hawk family, where deep SEO expertise and delivery excellence are core to everything we do.

As a product of StudioHawk, we share the same principles, missions and values.

At StudioHawk, there are no generalists here; just damn good SEOs.

Our mission? To deliver the best SEO, simply.

We're part of 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.

What you’ll get:

When you join StudioHawk, you’re getting a career and company that invests in your success.

🌟 Growth & Development

• Continuous learning through workshops, our own learning management system, and conferences.
• Leadership and management training to help you grow beyond your role.

💙 Culture & Care

• Hybrid work model.
• 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

• Client-facing experience from the start.
• WOW moments - we celebrate wins with gifts 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 $65,000 to $75,000 + 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

Let’s soar to new heights together. 🦅