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Wundermanthompson

SEO Specialist

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Role family
Marketing
Seniority
Mid level
Country
AE
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
13 Sept 2026

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Who We Are

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.

SEO Specialist

The SEO Specialist will support technical SEO execution, website optimization, crawl analysis, schema implementation, and organic performance improvements across FAB digital platforms. The role focuses on improving search visibility, AI-readability, indexing efficiency, and overall technical SEO health.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct technical SEO audits and identify optimization opportunities

Monitor crawlability, indexation, canonicals, redirects, and sitemap health

Support schema markup implementation and validation

Analyze Core Web Vitals and page speed performance

Optimize internal linking and website structure

Monitor SEO performance through GSC, GA4, and SEO tools

Support AI-readability and structured content optimization initiatives

Collaborate with development and content teams for implementation

Requirements

3-5 years of SEO experience

Strong understanding of technical SEO and on-page optimization

Experience with GSC, GA4, Screaming Frog, SEMrush/Ahrefs

Familiarity with schema markup and Core Web Vitals

Understanding of AI Search / AI Overview optimization

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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