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SEO Recruitment Agency - Connect with Top Specialists

Build a search team that can turn organic visibility into measurable growth. Ikon Search connects companies with proven SEO, SEM, and digital performance marketing specialists, from hands-on managers to senior directors. With focused market knowledge, rigorous vetting, and typical qualified shortlists within 2-3 days, your hiring process moves faster without sacrificing candidate quality.

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Our SEO Recruitment Services

Specialized recruitment for SEO, SEM, and performance marketing roles across growing digital teams.

SEO Recruitment

Recruit experienced SEO Specialists, Managers, and Directors who can lead technical audits, content optimization, keyword strategy, analytics reporting, and organic growth across agency, SaaS, eCommerce, and startup environments.

SEM Recruitment

Find SEM, paid search, and performance marketing professionals skilled in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads, TikTok Ads, reporting platforms, and full-funnel acquisition strategy.

Marketing Leadership

Hire senior marketing leaders, including SEO Directors, SEM Directors, Demand Generation Directors, Performance Marketing VPs, Marketing Directors, and CMOs for high-growth, PE-backed, and specialist digital businesses.

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Our SEO Recruitment Process

Define the Search Requirements

Ikon Search begins by understanding the role, team structure, target outcomes, compensation range, and hiring model. This helps define whether you need a hands-on SEO specialist, SEM manager, demand generation leader, or senior performance marketing executive.

Map the Specialist Talent Market

Vet Candidates for Real Fit

Present a Focused Shortlist

Support Selection and Placement

Trusted By Clients

Client Confidence

Trusted by established organizations and growth-focused businesses seeking high-caliber specialist talent.

"We engaged with Ikon Search to help us find an HR Manager for our boutique investment bank, and the experience was exceptional. As a specialized financial institution, we needed someone who not only understood the nuances of our industry but also had the right cultural fit for our team. Ikon..."

Boutique Investment Bank

"This client had just lost a long tenured Managing Director and needed help filling this role quickly. Ikon was able to go to market right away and tap into off-market talent who fit the mold of this firm. We placed a new Managing Director in record time to lead a..."

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The Ikon Search Difference

Why Choose Ikon Search?

Ikon Search combines boutique attention with specialist market knowledge and fast, disciplined execution.

Specialized Focus

Focused expertise across SEO, SEM, performance marketing, SaaS, Fin-Tech, eCommerce, and digital agencies.

Market Speed

Qualified candidates are typically presented within 2-3 days through efficient sourcing and deep networks.

Rigorous Vetting

Candidates are assessed through interviews, technical review, reference checks, and alignment with company goals.

Flexible Models

Retained, contingent, contract, temp-to-hire, and permanent options support different hiring needs.

Meet Ikon Search

Specialist recruiters focused on speed, fit, and quality.

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Kristin Lutz

Head of Contract Services

Kristin Lutz serves as Head of Contract Services at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm she helped establish in 2021. With deep expertise in contract and contingent workforce solutions, Kristin brings a client-first approach to every engagement, investing time upfront to thoroughly understand each organization's culture, values, and long-term hiring goals. Her extensive background in executive search and staffing enables her to connect businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing with exceptional professionals efficiently and accurately. Kristin is committed to delivering clean, quality-driven candidate pipelines and building lasting partnerships that support sustainable growth for clients ranging from growing startups to established corporations and PE-backed portfolio companies.

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Connor Brown

Head of Insurance

Connor Brown is the Head of Insurance at Ikon Search, leading the firm's specialized Insurance, Risk & Compliance recruiting division. With a focused expertise in the insurance sector, Connor works closely with carriers, brokerages, MGAs, reinsurers, and TPAs to identify and place top-tier talent across a wide range of roles. He leverages deep industry knowledge, broad professional networks, and Ikon Search's cutting-edge recruitment technology to present highly qualified candidates typically within two to three days. Connor takes pride in building genuine relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring every placement aligns with the organization's operational needs, culture, and long-term strategic objectives.

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Adam Levy

Managing Partner

Adam Levy is a key team member at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm founded in 2021 with a mission to deliver tailored talent solutions across select industries. Adam contributes to the firm's commitment to pairing rigorous candidate vetting with a deep understanding of client needs, helping businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing find exceptional professionals. He embraces Ikon Search's core values of tailored focus, market speed, and data quality, working diligently to build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates. Adam's collaborative approach supports the firm's ability to handle diverse hiring engagements, from full-time permanent placements to contract and temp-to-hire arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SEO in recruitment?

SEO in recruitment refers to hiring professionals who improve a company’s visibility in organic search results. For employers, this means finding candidates with the right mix of technical SEO, content strategy, analytics, and growth experience. Ikon Search recruits SEO Specialists, Managers, Directors, and performance marketing leaders who understand tools like GA4, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, and Screaming Frog.

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Still Have SEO Hiring Questions?

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Awards and Recognition

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25+ Years Experience

Founder-led search expertise across specialist markets.

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2-3 Day Shortlists

Qualified candidate shortlists typically delivered quickly.

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5-Star Rated

Public rating reflects client satisfaction and trust.

Ready to Hire SEO Talent?

Tell us about the role, skill set, hiring timeline, and engagement model you need. Ikon Search will respond with a focused recruitment plan and next steps.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 347 332 9668. You can also send us a quick email at KristinL@ikonsearch.com.