Job Description
Are you looking for more than just another job in digital marketing?
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Do you want to make a real difference to clients, to your team, and to your career?
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Well, we think you might wanna read this.
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What you'll do:
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We want you to know what you're signing up for, so let's be crystal explicit from the start.
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You'll be part of a team that blends strategy, creativity, and curiosity.
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As a Senior SEO Specialist, you'll lead some of the agency's most challenging, high-impact campaigns, owning strategy and execution end-to-end, and improving how we do SEO across the board.
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Leading high-level SEO campaigns and maximising outcomes on key A/A+ accounts.
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Building ROI-focused strategies across on-page, off-page, technical, and content, with a data-driven approach.
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Running audits and turning findings into clear priorities, roadmaps, and actions.
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Managing advanced onsite changes with practical knowledge of website construction (HTML/CSS and basic PHP principles).
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Communicating directly with clients (emails, calls, meetings) and presenting results in a way that builds trust.
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Mentoring juniors, supporting campaign check-ins, and acting as 2IC for your Team Leader when needed.
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Creating/rolling out better workflows, and delivering internal projects ("side quests") that lift delivery quality and team capability.
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Occasionally running training sessions for the wider SEO team
(masterclasses/workshops).
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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.
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Who you are:
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What matters most is your mindset.
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You're someone who:
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Thrives on continuous learning.
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Is humble and hungry; you own mistakes, seek feedback, and take action.
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Believes in team wins over ego.
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Wants to do work that means something, and see the difference you make.
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As with any role, there are requirements, and we want to be upfront so you know what's expected.
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Must haves:
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Located in Melbourne, Australia.
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2–3 years hands-on SEO experience (or equivalent), including experience in an SEO Specialist role.
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Strong experience across core SEO tools (e.g. Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, SEMrush) and platforms like WordPress, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Magento.
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Proven experience using AI to optimise SEO processes and strategies.
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The ability to identify technical issues that impact organic performance and drive fixes through.
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Strong and clear communication skills which you will use via emails, phone calls and during internal & external meetings.
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We're open to considering visa sponsorship for the right candidate, subject to eligibility.
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Who we are:
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At StudioHawk, there are no generalists here; just damn good SEOs.
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Our mission? To deliver the best SEO, simply.
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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.
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We believe in:
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Create WOW
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We go beyond expected, crafting moments that surprise, delight, and inspire.
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Continuous Growth and Learning
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Always improving, always curious, nerdy for knowledge.
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Humble Hawks Take Accountability
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We own it and lift each other up.
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We Have Each Other's Backs
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Because teamwork isn't a buzzword here.
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We're also proud of the recognition we've earned along the way:
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Global Agency Awards - Best Agency Culture
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2x SEMRush Agency of the Year
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4x APAC Search Awards - Best Large SEO Agency
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Global Digital Excellence Awards - Standout SEO Agency of the Year
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We have a global team, with offices across Melbourne, Sydney, London, and Atlanta.
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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.
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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.
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We're not generalists. We're SEO experts who care deeply about the craft, and about the people behind it.
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What you'll get:
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When you join StudioHawk, you're getting a career and company that invests in your success.
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Clear career pathways and promotions from within. SEO specialists have gone on to be team leaders, department heads, and one even the general manager.
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Continuous learning through workshops, our own learning management system, conferences, and certifications.
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Leadership and management training to help you grow beyond your role.
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Birthday leave & surprise, because you deserve to be celebrated.
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Health and wellness initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
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Daily breakfast to fuel your brain, not just your workload.
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Regular team events, activities & lunches; from trivia to axe-throwing, we love good vibes.
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Monthly physio sessions/massages.
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And so much more.
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Client-facing experience from the start.
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WOW moments - we celebrate wins with gifts, trips, and gratitude.
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A reputation and brand you'll be proud to stand behind.
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Salary & Compensation:
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We believe in transparency - here's what this role offers:
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Base salary: AUD $100,000 to $110,000 + superannuation (depending on experience & technical ability)
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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.
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And so much more... that you will have to see for yourself.
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So, ready to soar with the Hawks?
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Now that you know about us, it's time for us to know a little more about you.
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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.
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📌 Senior Seo Specialist - Melbourne (South Australia)
🏢 StudioHawk
📍 South Australia