Overview
Hi! At Shakers we're looking for a passionate
SEO & SEM Manager (with strong SEO background and SEM coordination experience)
to help accelerate our growth via organic and paid search channels. At Shakers, we’re building the future of work by connecting companies with top freelance talent and AI-powered solutions. To accelerate our growth, we’re expanding our marketing team and looking for an
SEO & SEM Manager
to strengthen one of our most strategic acquisition pillars. As a
SEO & SEM Manager
you will take ownership of our organic performance channels and coordinate our paid search efforts. You will play a central part in driving high-quality leads and shaping our long-term performance strategy.
The role requires solid SEO experience as a must, plus the ability to coordinate SEM campaigns executed by agencies or freelancers (you don’t need to execute them directly).
You will work closely with the Marketing and Product teams, manage 1–2 team members and drive results through smart planning, testing, and iteration. What you’ll be doing
Your day-to-day as a SEO + SEM Manager at Shakers Define and lead our
SEO and SEM growth strategy, aligned with company OKRs and growth objectives. You will help build our positioning both in the Spanish market (core) and several European countries over the coming years, as part of our expansion strategy. Manage, optimize, and scale performance marketing campaigns across
Google Ads, Display, Retargeting and Search networks. You will also be responsible for
testing emerging answer engines
and developing a dedicated strategy to
position Shakers
prominently
in AI-powered search environments
like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. This includes optimizing for AI Overviews, enhancing our digital presence to earn citations in generative answers, and aligning content with E-E-A-T principles and topic-based search behavior. Your mission will be to ensure Shakers is consistently recognized as a trusted source in LLM-driven interfaces. Conduct regular
SEO audits
and lead implementation of on-site and off-site SEO improvements with internal and external collaborators. You will closely follow and understand competitors’ positioning and related trends to implement them into our strategy. Build and evolve a
keyword strategy, content roadmap to grow high-intent traffic. Develop a modern
link-building strategy
oriented toward increasing Shakers’ presence in AI-powered search results. This includes securing mentions in authoritative sources, digital PR, and earned media that improve our visibility and citability within LLMs and answer engines. Develop and manage dashboards, reports, and analysis
to monitor key metrics (CPL, CAC, ROAS, etc.), and make data-driven decisions. You will be responsible for proposing quarterly strategies and preparing monthly reports for the management team. Collaborate with our
technical expert freelance
and support
content stakeholders
presenting clear guidelines and goals to execute the roadmap efficiently. Align SEO and SEM efforts
with brand, product, marketing, and CRM/CRO strategies to
ensure full-funnel consistency. You will collaborate closely with other Shakers stakeholders to be aligned on changing needs or upcoming campaigns to amplify impact with a 360 approach. What we’re looking for
You’re a great fit if you... 3–5 years of experience
in SEO & SEM, preferably in a fast-paced B2B or marketplace environment. Know how to
plan strategically, but also enjoy rolling up your sleeves to get things done. Are highly skilled with tools like
Google Ads, Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs,
Sistrix, Screaming Frog, etc. Are comfortable analyzing performance metrics and identifying actionable insights to improve
ROI and growth. Can
communicate effectively
with internal teams and external partners. Thrive in
autonomous environments
and bring a proactive, growth-oriented mindset. Passionate about
the future of work, marketplaces, and innovation. Fluent in
Spanish and English
(a must). What's in it for you?
Compensation The salary range for this position is between 38.000€ and 51.750€ OTE (on target earnings) gross annual salary. The salary consists of: Between 38.000€ & 45.000€ fixed salary Up to 15% (6.750€) quarterly bonus based on performance & potential. Why you’ll love working at Shakers Be part of a
rapidly growing, internationally expanding startup. Have an
ambitious professional development plan
to help you reach your full potential. Enjoy an unbeatable
team culture —ask anyone on our team! Take advantage of our hybrid ful flex methodology : a mix of remote and in-office work, with our office located in the heart of Madrid, Calle Velázquez. Perks
include wellness programs, gym access, English classes, medical insurance, and more. At the office... Wellness programs, English classes, private medical insurance, and more Organic fruit, great coffee and vibrant energy! In our Madrid office, catered lunch included Our recruitment process
As a startup, we are very agile and we like to see results quickly, which is why
prioritize efficiency in our recruitment process. Our goal is to have you onboard this September, so you can hit the ground running and make an impact from day one! The Road to Joining Our Team Round 1,
Cultural Fit:
Kick things off with an informal
chat with our People & Culture team. Don’t worry—we just want to get to know you better, learn about your goals, hobbies, and more! Round 2,
Case Study & Technical Skills with Marketing Team:
Join two members of our
Marketing team
for a deep dive into a case study. This is your chance to showcase your client management skills and demonstrate how you approach problem-solving. Round 3,
Meet the Team:
Have a conversation with
additional team members
to further explore your skillset and ensure there's a great cultural fit. This is also your chance to
ask questions and see how we collaborate. Final check,
CEO Chat:
Meet Héctor, our CEO! He’s excited to connect with you,
talk about Shakers’ future,
and discuss
your vision and expectations. More about Shakers
At Shakers we imagine, design, and create the next-generation way of working. Our vision is to be the
leading community and platform in the world that helps companies work with freelance teams
through our technology. We are a 70-person, fast growing startup based in Madrid. It's the place for you if you're looking for a
high-performance, very dynamic & technological environment surrounded by ambitious people ! Our DNA
At Shakers, we are
obsessed
with our
values. Half of our bonuses are performance-based, and the other half come from embodying what it means to
be a true Shaker ! WINNING TEAM We all feel like part of a
winning team —one that pushes boundaries, challenges the status quo, and moves the needle! We
set ambitious goals
and seek people who are driven to achieve them. F1C10 We’re building an environment where fear doesn’t hold us back. Experimentation and learning from failure are part of our DNA.
Fail fast, grow faster.
Fail 1X, chase 10X. We value risk-takers who aren’t afraid to go big! STAY HUMBLE We embrace a
beginner’s mindset —always evolving, always learning, and always finding new solutions. At Shakers,
humility combined with ambition fuels our success, and when we blend the two, the results are extraordinary! A huge thanks for being interested in Shakers, we'd love to see you soon.
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📌 SEO & SEM manager
🏢 Shakers
📍 Bilbao