SEO Manager

At Xplor, we believe that helping people make the most of each day is the most rewarding way to spend ours.

We give small and medium-sized businesses cloud-based, intuitive technology solutions that enable them to manage all the hassles of running and growing a business, so business owners can get back to doing what they love. With Xplor Pay, we help businesses get paid quickly and securely – without hidden fees. We built the tech ourselves, and our platform delivers secure, transparent, fast, and accurate payments.

We are unified by our purpose of helping people to succeed. So, when you become part of our team, you also become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with Xplor products.

Job Description

Develop and lead a global SEO strategy that delivers sustainable, long-term growth built on high-intent opportunities, local market understanding, and scalable impact.

Shape the future of organic search by turning insights, testing, and experimentation into measurable performance gains. Work collaboratively across teams while maintaining the autonomy to define and drive your own roadmap.

Manage and mentor an SEO Executive, providing direction, guidance, and development while fostering a culture of learning and accountability.

Operate effectively within a global, matrixed organization, building strong relationships with regional teams and cross-functional stakeholders.

Partner with engineering to strengthen site architecture, crawlability, and performance, ensuring we stay technically ahead as search algorithms evolve.

Collaborate with content, product marketing, and brand teams to create data-driven, authoritative content that ranks effectively and converts.

Explore and test new discovery channels including YouTube, ChatGPT, and AI-driven search to future-proof visibility and reach.

Continuously test, learn, and refine - from landing page optimization and structured data to new tactics that enhance discoverability and engagement.

Demonstrate and communicate the value of SEO across the organization, effectively translating performance data into insights that influence strategy and decision-making.

Champion SEO best practices across the business, building awareness, influencing decisions, and ensuring search remains a core driver of growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of hands-on SEO experience within complex or global organizations, ideally in SaaS, technology, or multi-market environments.

• Proven track record of developing and executing strategies that deliver measurable organic growth and meaningful business outcomes.

• Strong technical SEO knowledge, with experience improving site architecture, crawlability, indexation, and performance.

• Skilled in keyword strategy, content optimization, and analytics, with the ability to connect SEO activity directly to commercial impact.

• Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, and grow SEO talent, fostering high performance, curiosity, and continuous learning within the team.

• Experience working within a global, matrixed structure, balancing central strategy with local market needs.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to clearly demonstrate the value of SEO and advocate for its importance across technical and non-technical teams.

• Data-driven mindset with a strong testing orientation and comfort working across multiple analytics and SEO tools.

• Naturally curious and adaptable, staying ahead of evolving search trends, AI-driven discovery, and emerging technologies.

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across teams and regions.

Values and Life at Xplor

Our four core values guide us from how we hire and recognise our team members to how we interact with our customers day to day:

Make life simple, Build for people, Move with purpose, Create lasting communities.

If these values sound like you, and describe people you want to work with, you will thrive at Xplor. As an Xplorer, you will be part of a global network of talented colleagues who will support your success. We look for commonalities and shared passions and give people the tools they need to deliver great work and grow at speed.

Some of our perks and benefits are:

• 12 weeks Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary carer
• #GiveBackDays/Commitment to social impact – 3 extra days off to volunteer and give back to your local community
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, plus regular career and growth conversations with your leader, as part of Xplor GPS
• Ongoing dedication to Diversity & Inclusion initiatives such as D&I Council, Global Mentorship Program
• Access to free mental health support
• Flexible working arrangements

How to apply?

To start your application, please submit your resume and we will be in touch as soon as we can. Please include the word "moonshot" at the top of your message to the Hiring Manager so that we know you took the time to read our job ad. Your contact is Sophia Little, Talent Lead

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We understand that diverse candidates have diverse needs. We welcome you to inform us of any additional needs related to completing your job application or participating in the interview process, via [email protected]. 

More about us 

We are the first global platform combining SaaS with embedded payments and tools to help businesses grow and succeed. We offer software solutions in fast-growing "everyday life" verticals: Education, Fitness & Wellbeing, Field Services and Personal Services – and a global, cloud-based payment processing platform. With operations in North America, Australasia, Asia, Europe, and the UK, we serve over 106,000 customers that processed over $38 billion in payments across 20 markets in 2024.

Good to know

To be considered for employment, you must be legally authorised to work in the location (country) you're applying for. Xplor does not sponsor visas, either at the time of hire or at any later time. 

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