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Bilingual Content and SEO AEO Manager / Gestionnaire, marketing de contenu et SEO

AutoScout24

Montreal, QC • On-site, Remote

Other

Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

At AutoScout24, we're excited to be hiring for our Canadian company, Trader Corporation - a key part of our international family.
As the Canadian arm of Europe's largest online car marketplace, Trader Corporation plays a vital role in transforming how people buy, sell, and finance vehicles. With well-known brands like AutoTrader.ca, AutoSync, and Dealertrack Canada, Trader Corporation is driving digital innovation in the automotive industry - now reaching over 25 million Canadians every month.

AutoTrader.ca is Canada's largest automotive marketplace, with over 25 million monthly visits.   

As a Content Marketing and SEO Manager, you will be responsible for the conception, execution, and optimization of content-led SEO initiatives across our digital platforms AutoTrader.ca and AutoHebdo.net. With a strong focus on customer-centric, high-quality content, you will support the overall SEO strategy and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to drive organic traffic growth, engagement, and conversions. 

This is a full-time, permanent role operating in a hybrid working model. 

What you'll do 

  • Own the creation, updating, and quality assurance of automotive advice content and SEO-focused product pages by developing a deep understanding of customer needs, search intent, and user journeys 
  • Brief, manage, and collaborate with external content agencies and freelance partners to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, SEO-optimized content aligned with quality standards 
  • Apply a data-driven approach to topic research, content ideation, and optimization to improve engagement and performance 
  • Leverage AI-driven content creation and optimization techniques to improve discoverability and visibility across LLMs and AI-powered platforms, ensuring content is structured, authoritative, and aligned with emerging search and AI consumption patterns 
  • Identify SEO/AI opportunities and conduct research for new and existing content using advanced software such as Semrush, SISTRIX, Ahrefs, Ryte, and similar platforms 
  • Collaborate with international stakeholders within the AutoScout24 Group to align content initiatives across markets 
  • Monitor trends in automotive, mobility, and car-related topics and translate insights into relevant, high-impact content 
  • Actively contribute to and collaborate within a global content and SEO network, sharing learnings, standards, and best practices across international markets 

What you'll need

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in SEO, content marketing, or an online editorial environment, with exposure to AI-driven content or optimization tools considered an asset 
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Journalism, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience 
  • Strong knowledge of current SEO/AEO best practices and content optimization methodologies 
  • Experience with SEO/AEO and web analytics tools such as Screaming Frog, SISTRIX, Google Analytics, or comparable platforms 
  • Familiarity with HTML and modern content management systems 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail 
  • High motivation to learn and adapt in a fast-paced digital environment 
  • Genuine interest in cars, mobility, and automotive industry trends, with prior knowledge considered a plus 

Language Skills 

  • Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken)
  • Professional proficiency in French (written and spoken)

Reporting Line 

  • Reports to the Team Lead, Content, based at the global headquarters in Munich 

What's in it for you

We understand that there is life at work and life outside of work. Here are a few benefits we all benefit from that support us to be our creative best. 

  • Gym discounts 
  • Employee and Family Assistance program 
  • Virtual wellness events 
  • Conferences & training budget 
  • Regular internal training programs 
  • Financial planning with 3% matching Pension  
  • Competitive salary 
  • Annual bonus structure 

Compensation

The expected compensation for this position is: [80K-85K Base]

For a career where you can drive our business and shape your future, apply now. 

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring: We use artificial intelligence ("AI") in our hiring process, including to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status: This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Chez AutoScout24, nous sommes ravis de recruter pour notre entreprise canadienne, Trader Corporation - un element cle de notre famille internationale.

En tant que branche canadienne du plus grand marche automobile en ligne d'Europe, Trader Corporation joue un role essentiel dans la transformation de la facon dont les gens achetent, vendent et financent des vehicules. Avec des marques bien connues comme AutoTrader.ca, AutoSync et Dealertrack Canada, Trader Corporation stimule l'innovation numerique dans l'industrie automobile - rejoignant desormais plus de 25 millions de Canadiens chaque mois.

AutoTrader.ca est le plus grand marche automobile au Canada, avec plus de 25 millions de visites mensuelles.


Votre role

A titre de Gestionnaire, marketing de contenu et SEO, vous serez responsable de la conception, de la mise en uvre et de l'optimisation des initiatives SEO axees sur le contenu pour nos plateformes numeriques AutoTrader.ca et AutoHebdo.net.

En mettant l'accent sur un contenu de grande qualite, centre sur les besoins des utilisateurs, vous soutiendrez la strategie globale de referencement naturel et collaborerez etroitement avec des partenaires interfonctionnels afin d'accroitre le trafic organique, l'engagement et les conversions.


Vos responsabilites
  • Assurer la creation, la mise a jour et le controle de la qualite du contenu-conseil automobile ainsi que des pages produits optimisees pour le referencement naturel

  • Developper une comprehension approfondie des besoins des clients, de l'intention de recherche et des parcours utilisateurs

  • Rediger des briefs et collaborer avec des agences externes et des pigistes afin d'assurer la livraison de contenu optimise SEO, dans les delais et selon les standards etablis

  • Adopter une approche basee sur les donnees pour la recherche de sujets, l'ideation et l'optimisation de contenu afin d'ameliorer la performance et l'engagement

  • Exploiter des techniques de creation et d'optimisation de contenu assistees par l'intelligence artificielle afin d'ameliorer la decouvrabilite et la visibilite dans les moteurs de recherche, les moteurs de reponse (AEO) et les plateformes alimentees par des modeles de langage (LLM)

  • Identifier des opportunites SEO/IA et effectuer des analyses pour du contenu nouveau et existant a l'aide d'outils specialises tels que Semrush, SISTRIX, Ahrefs, Ryte, ou plateformes comparables

  • Collaborer avec des parties prenantes internationales du groupe AutoScout24 afin d'harmoniser les initiatives de contenu entre les differents marches

  • Assurer une veille des tendances liees a l'automobile et a la mobilite et transformer les insights en contenu pertinent et a fort impact

  • Contribuer activement au reseau mondial de contenu et SEO en partageant les meilleures pratiques et apprentissages


Profil recherche
  • Minimum de 3 ans d'experience pertinente en SEO, marketing de contenu ou environnement editorial numerique

  • Experience avec des outils de creation ou d'optimisation de contenu assistes par l'IA (atout)

  • Baccalaureat en marketing, administration des affaires, journalisme, informatique ou domaine connexe, ou experience equivalente

  • Excellente connaissance des meilleures pratiques actuelles en SEO/AEO et des methodologies d'optimisation de contenu

  • Experience avec des outils tels que Screaming Frog, SISTRIX, Google Analytics ou equivalents

  • Connaissance du HTML et des systemes modernes de gestion de contenu (CMS)

  • Excellentes habiletes de communication, a l'ecrit comme a l'oral

  • Esprit analytique developpe et souci du detail

  • Capacite a evoluer dans un environnement numerique dynamique

  • Interet marque pour l'industrie automobile et les tendances en mobilite (atout)


Competences linguistiques
  • Maitrise professionnelle de l'anglais, a l'oral et a l'ecrit

  • Maitrise professionnelle du francais, a l'oral et a l'ecrit


Superieur immediat

Le poste releve du ou de la Team Lead, Content, base(e) au siege social mondial a Munich.


Ce que nous offrons

Nous reconnaissons l'importance de l'equilibre entre la vie professionnelle et la vie personnelle. Voici quelques avantages offerts pour soutenir votre bien-etre et votre developpement :

  • Rabais sur l'abonnement a un centre sportif

  • Programme d'aide aux employes et a leur famille

  • Activites virtuelles de bien-etre

  • Budget annuel pour conferences et formations

  • Programmes de formation internes

  • Programme d'epargne-retraite avec contribution de l'employeur (jumelage jusqu'a 3 %)

  • Salaire concurrentiel

  • Programme de bonification annuelle


Remuneration

La remuneration prevue pour ce poste se situe entre 80 000 $ et 85 000 $ (salaire de base).


Pour une carriere ou vous pourrez contribuer activement a la croissance de l'entreprise tout en faconnant votre avenir professionnel, postulez des maintenant.

Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle dans le processus d'embauche : Nous utilisons l'intelligence artificielle ( IA ) dans notre processus de recrutement, notamment pour filtrer, evaluer ou selectionner les candidats pour ce poste.

Statut du poste : Cette offre d'emploi vise a pourvoir un poste actuellement vacant.