AEO and SEO Strategist (STE - 12 month contract)

We’re looking for an Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) Strategist to help us drive visibility and brand presence in the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven search. You’ll be working to scale our organic search and AEO programs, implementing core SEO tasks, and experimenting with AI optimisation approaches to future-proof our strategy for growth. In line with Hootsuite's distributed workforce strategy, our flexible work arrangement allows for remote work or a hybrid model. This role is open to applicants located in Canada and the United States. In this role, you will report to the Team Lead, Offsite SEO & Channels. Please note: This is a contract role ending in March 2027.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and execute an AEO and SEO strategy with active engagement across teams to improve Hootsuite’s visibility across answer engines and AI-driven platforms while supporting core SEO programs.
• Execute AEO and SEO strategies by conducting keyword/topic research, optimising content, and implementing technical fixes.
• Monitor, track and maintain performance dashboards for organic and AI-powered search channels.
• Optimise content for AI-driven platforms (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Bing Copilot) to enhance visibility and relevance in emerging search results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed SEO and AEO best practices into broader marketing initiatives and content strategy.
• Stay ahead of industry shifts in AI and search by recommending experiments, innovations, and tactical improvements that drive traffic growth and conversion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Demonstrated years of experience in SEO with a proven track record of delivering measurable results (AEO experience is an asset, but a passion to learn is essential).
• Proficiency in GA4 for analysis, reporting, and insights.
• Familiarity with SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Tag Manager, Ahrefs, ScreamingFrog, and similar.
• Understanding of HTML and JavaScript basics for on-page optimisation.
• Ability to work with minimal oversight, proactively identifying solutions and moving projects forward.
• Analytical mindset, with a balance of creativity and experimentation.
• Curiosity about the future of search and the role of AI, with willingness to invest time in learning and testing new approaches.
• Commitment to Results: consistently achieves results, demonstrating high performance, and challenging self and others to deliver results
• Curiosity: shows up curious, seeks new inputs, and considers different perspectives
• Resilience & Adaptability: can effectively cope with change, finding ways to advance work and projects
• Self Development: is personally committed to, and actively works to continuously improve

WHO YOU ARE:

• Solution seeker: You’re focused on tackling new challenges, solving problems, and moving the business forward—and you don’t wait to be asked.
• Lifelong learner: You have a growth mindset – you’re here to learn, experiment, seek, apply, and provide feedback, share what works with your team, and move on from what doesn’t.
• Resilient adapter: In the face of change and challenges, you bring a thoughtful, calm approach, and a focus on finding the new opportunity.
• Intentional collaborator. You build positive working relationships across the business, bringing people together to foster new opportunities and to facilitate the efficient flow of information.
• Critical challenger: You have the trust in your team to ask difficult questions in order to get to the best end result.
• Active communicator: You listen actively and communicate ideas and information clearly, inclusively, and proactively.
• Integrated thinker: You look beyond your role and responsibilities to understand how your team’s work drives broader organizational goals.
• Accountable owner: You take pride in the work you’re responsible for with a mindset of ultimate accountability and reliability for the outcomes.
• Bar-raiser: You step up to help your team grow and succeed, even when that means going beyond what might be expected.

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In all we do, our six guiding principles light the way:

Step Up: Dare to go beyond the expected to achieve greatness. #StepUp

One Team: Make Hootsuite a place we soar together by respecting each other's individuality, building trust, and showing up for the team. #OneTeam #FreeToBeMe

Customer Obsessed: Focus relentlessly on helping our customers succeed. #CustomerObsessed

Go Fast, Be Agile: Widen our competitive advantage by committing to speed and simplicity over perfection and complexity. #GoFastBeAgile

Play to Win: Commit to building an incredible, profitable company for our customers, our employees, and our stakeholders. #PlayToWin #NoExcuses

Neighbours & Allies: Give back to our communities and be an ally. #SocialForGood #Allies

Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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