Senior SEO & AEO Strategist

We are seeking a high-caliber Senior SEO & AEO Strategist to lead the digital visibility and architectural evolution of a premier global luxury publishing house. This is a sophisticated technical leadership role requiring a blend of Large-scale Data Migration, Technical SEO, and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). The ideal candidate will be responsible for safeguarding the organic equity of a massive content library (120,000+ URLs) while positioning the portfolio as the authoritative voice in luxury lifestyle within the age of AI-driven search (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.).

Responsibilities

Lead the technical strategy for merging multiple high-authority domains and consolidating legacy content (100k+ URLs); Design and execute a robust 301-redirect architecture to ensure zero loss of link equity during platform transitions; Optimize site hierarchy and internal linking structures to maximize crawl budget efficiency and user discovery across a multi-vertical portfolio; Develop strategies to ensure brand content is featured as a cited source in AI-powered search engines (Perplexity, Gemini, ChatGPT); Implement sophisticated JSON-LD schemas (Article, Product, Organization, Person) to facilitate data ingestion by Large Language Models; Manage brand entities to ensure accuracy in AI-generated summaries and Knowledge Panels; Conduct deep-dive audits focusing on Core Web Vitals, Rendering (JavaScript), and Mobile-First Indexing; Oversee hreflang implementation and localized SEO for global markets (English, French, German); Partner with editorial teams to implement E-E-A-T frameworks aligned with luxury brand standards; Manage and audit Google Search Console (GSC) and GA4 across a diverse domain portfolio; Define KPIs that move beyond simple rankings, focusing on Search Intent and conversion metrics for high-value memberships and e-commerce

Requirements

6+ years in SEO; At least 3 years specifically within Digital Publishing, Media Houses, or High-End E-commerce; Proven track record of successfully managing at least one site migration/consolidation exceeding 100,000 URLs; Expert-level proficiency in Screaming Frog, Log File Analysis, and Enterprise Crawlers; Deep understanding of WordPress ecosystem and headless CMS environments; Experience with BigQuery or Python for SEO to manage large-scale data sets; Understanding of the High-Net-Worth audience, ensuring SEO tactics never compromise brand aesthetics or editorial integrity; Demonstrable knowledge of how Generative AI is reshaping search and a roadmap for maintaining visibility in an Answer-first world