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SEO Specialist

Talentmate

United Arab Emirates

1st September 2026

2609-2096-93

Job Description

Who We Are

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendys. In 2026, VML was named Campaign’s Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. 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 worlds 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 were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats 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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Job Details

Role Level:	Associate	Work Type:	Full-Time
Country:	United Arab Emirates	City:	Dubai
Company Website:	http://www.vml.com	Job Function:	Marketing
Company Industry/ Sector:	Advertising Services

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