SEO Manager Position
Humble Bunny - Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061![Humble Bunny](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Our first ever Remote Work Week in OkinawaAs our name “Humble” suggests, we are looking for people dripping with passion, who are humble in their approach to their work, themselves, and their peers. If you’re able to think unconventionally, get fired up at the opportunity to build and reimagine something new, and also feel a “day well spent” after helping others find their true potential and living transparently–we’d love to have you in our “fluffle” (*means a group of wild bunnies )!Work with Purpose
With a mission of catalyzing the “Success” of others,
we invite you to join us in further evolving Humble Bunny and growing our small business towards Japan’s #1 marketing agency from both a brand and impact standpoint, but also as a culture and team-driven employer.We’re looking for people who want to have an impact on Clients of course, but also on their peers as well as helping Humble Bunny grow as a powerhouse brand.Humble Bunny has
instilled the concept of work-life integration , by defining a culture code
that allows members from different backgrounds and cultures to maximize their individuality and enrich not only their work but also their lives, leading to the success of their clients.This concept is based on the life experiences and entrepreneurial spirit of Nate, the CEO of Humble Bunny.In my early years in Japan, culture shock and the intense work life of Japanese business ensnared me at a small start up. While I learned a lot and developed a stronger business acumen there, I was so consumed with work that I was unable to enjoy the Japanese culture and life. Through these experiences, I came to believe that my work and life values are based on the premise of enjoying a productive and contributive work, but also socially and individually fulfilling personal life.Now, as the Director of Humble Bunny, I am blessed with the privilege of building an equal balance for others (my team), while breaking the status quo of what a big city agency (at least in Tokyo) is supposed to be. I’m of course equally lucky to spend quality family time with my wife and children, and to deepen my understanding of the wonderful culture of this peacefully beautiful country called Japan.This is connected to the concept of work-life integration, which is to enrich not only our members’ work lives but also their lives, leading to the success of our clients and shaping our corporate culture. Of course, in order to provide quality solutions to our clients in a responsible manner, it is important to work efficiently and quickly. We also believe it is important to take on moderate amounts of work, and manageable levels of mental and emotional strain. As a company, we constantly look to control and improve mechanisms for this. As a team, we lift and support each other to live true to themselves.We are looking for people who can work with integrity and humility for the benefit of the Humble Bunny team and clients. We also hope to meet members who enjoy life, value a high-contributing, but balanced lifestyle, and who will continue to transform their communities and peers with a unique, warm, and supportive self culture.Humble Bunny CEO NateYour Primary Roles & Activities
You will be in charge of many aspects of our SEO product.
Proposing and innovating the SEO product with new technology and algorithmic shiftsManaging HB’s SEO presence to ensure impressions and growthSupporting Client SEO projects to ensure they are achieving KPIsAnalyzing and implementing improvements to the HB SEO process to improve team efficiencyTraining and management of team members to ensure Client SEO successFlexibility and openness to potential other tasks as company needs arise
Employment status
Full-time employee
*with initial trial period
Education Requirements
Education (minimum): High School degree or equivalentEducation (preferred): College or Vocational
Work Experience Requirements
5+ years of full-time professional experience, and3+ years of full-time experience in SEO operations, production, and execution (*We are primarily looking for hands-in-the-dirt execution, as opposed to those who have managed or coordinated a team)Language Requirements
Fluent English skills (TOEIC 700+ or Equivalent)Fluent Japanese skills (N2 or equivalent)
*Candidate may be any ethnicity, but preference will be placed on an individual who’s fully native in English or Japanese, with the above fluent capability in the other.*Fluency will be determined by active language skills: speaking and writingIndividual Soft/Human Skill Requirements
Leadership
As a Manager, we’re expecting you to have the ability to motivate, support, and elicit positivity in your teams, even when the goings are tough. Without this skill, we won’t be able to put people under you as they’ll be demotivated towards non-success. Further, we want to make sure you have a path in front of you towards a future “Lead” position and will look for these natural abilities in the candidate.Motivating teams via acceptance, safety, and fundamental “belief” in themExcellent listening (understanding) skills as well as well-practiced active listening techniquesSome acceptance and mastery of leadership fundamentals (Such as vulnerability, self-awareness, curiosity to understand people, creating safety, etc.) for inspiring teamsAusterity and humility to own mistakes and improve forwardConscientiousness
Here’s the Wikipedia definition of this one:Conscientious people tend to be efficient and organized as opposed to easy-going and disorderly. They tend to show self-discipline, act dutifully, and aim for achievement; they display planned rather than spontaneous behavior; and they are generally dependable.If that’s you, show us how!
Major Bonus Points
if you have any of the following skills or experience, please be prepared to present and talk to them
Project Management (Task management, scheduling, team coordination, etc.)Client relations (Expectation management, meetings, communications/updates, etc.Broader marketing experience (especially in the areas of paid advertising, e-commerce optimization, or branding)
Your Growth Path
HB is actively looking for Lead, Director, and Partner-level individuals for our future. If you believe you have an intrapreneurial spirit, are inspired by the values on our culture page , and view marketing as your industry of calling, let us know. We will introduce you to the program.Work schedule
Remote work + 1 office visit per week
*Subject to change*Depending on overflow, or other initiatives certain weeks may require more daysWorking Time/Conditions
40 hours a week, or as needed to fulfill and complete deliveries*Ask us about our transparent work-scoping frameworkWorking Start/End Time
Flex SystemCore Time: 11:00am – 4:00pmOther hours during the day may be applied as individual desires (i.e. no need to block the full thing together on the front or the back of the core)Paid Time Off
Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays*Unlimited Paid Vacation from Day 1 (see our culture-code page for more details)*Other Company-deemed Holidays may applyNegotiableWelfare program
Co-Pay on Social insurance (health insurance, employee pension, unemployment insurance, workers’ accident compensation insurance)
Other Amazing Perks
Our perk list at HB is extensive–including a few things you’ve probably never heard of or seen before! See a comprehensive overview on our Culture Code page !Recommendations for Applying
We’re looking to understand a few things about you. Here are some tips to get a callback:
Make sure to attach a resumeMake sure to attach details about projects (i.e. a Portfolio) and your distinct roles (and non-roles) in those projectsPlease include data and performance to showcase your abilityProblem resolution is important in this position. Please prepare a real story in which you 1. Recognized an issue > 2. Decided to Act > 3. Planned a meaningful solution > and then 4. Executed to fix it.
The Interview Process
Here is what our interview process looks like. Each step occurring after a successful previous step!
Application review: We will review your resume and portfolio of experience. Note that those who do not pass the screening, due to overwhelming demand for our positions, may not receive a response. We understand this is not ideal, but thank you for your understanding. Feel free to follow-up!Formal Interview
OR
request for information: If we see potential in your application, we’ll request a formal first interview (usually 90 minutes). If we’re not formally ready to start, but our curiosity is piqued, we may ask you to submit more information or request a 30-minute touch base pre-interview. From there, successful candidates will be invited to that formal first interview.Take-Home Test: After the first formal interview, we will likely give you a hairy SEO challenge, and ask you to develop a strategic and creative strategy for it. The test content may vary depending on your application.Test Review + Second Interview: Next, we will ask you to guide us through the test, and complete a second series of questions and interview. This is also usually a 90-minute chat.Result: In ideal situations, this is where we will confirm a number of technicalities and potentially be ready to make an offer. However, the Third chat can also be a chance for us to clear out a few more questions prior to the result.*Note that we try our best to really see things through with you. If things are taking a little longer and we need 4 or even 5 touch points, it’s because we see something in you and are trying to find a match. We are not going to rush as we’re looking to be invested in you for thousands of future hours (and want to make sure that both parties are gonna love that journey via a good cultural and skill match). If you are worried about time and have some tightness, please communicate that with us.Please fill out the form below to apply for our SEO Manager position!
*Required ItemName *
First
LastEmail *
example: apply@humblebunny.comPhone Number *
example: 090-1234-5678What type of position are you interested in? *
Marketing Specialist
Marketing Manager
SEO Manager
Account Manager
OtherExperience Check *
未経験
1年
2〜3年
4年以上
SEO 戦略立案
SEO
実行
PPC(デジタル広告) 戦略立案PPC(デジタル広告) 実行
EC 最適化
EC構築〜運用
PR戦略立案〜 実行
LP/ウェブサイトプランニング
施策等の効果データ分析
PM経験(クライアントへの提案等のコンサルティング)
ピッチ経験(契約前のクライアントに対してのプレゼン作成〜実際のプレゼンまで)What is your Japanese level (or what would you pass if you took JLPT right now)? *
N1
N2
N3
N4 or LowerWhat is your English level? *
Native (I grew up in an English environment)
Fluent
Business Level
Daily communication or lowerWhy I'm awesome (the only time we won't ask you to be humble!): *Why I'm applying: *Any links to work I've done, portfolio, etc. *
**See below to upload any of the above!A Mix of Major Global Brands, and some Underdog Grassroots Ones as Well!
Humble Bunny has worked with many global brands , some of which are not publicly available on the website. Working at Humble Bunny means that you can collaborate with these companies as part of your career. We also work a lot with smaller and mid-size clients. Getting us closer to decision-making roles and often allowing more command.Take the initiative and be part of a growing brand.
At Humble Bunny, we’re averaging over 25% growth rate year-over-year. And we do that with a small team. If you want to be part of something bigger and have more a claim to the result, we’re an amazing place for you to thrive.We are small, nimble, and always changing. If you have a good idea, this is the environment where you can implement it and get the support of the CEO and other staff members to help you make that idea a reality. Feel free to bring in proposals for industries you are interested in, plan projects, or start your own company. It is the most interesting way to work.For example, one front-end web developer was so interested in analytics that he implemented a new system to calculate page depth and subsequently more accurate page performance. As a result of his proactive approach to his ideas, he not only learned new skills, but also contributed significantly to the direction and business execution of an innovative analysis project we were developing. That could be you if you have the fire in you.Join our “fluffle” (*see definition above)–let’s build something unconventionally amazing together!
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