Global Software Giant Hires Three Key SEO Roles
Before a single candidate could be presented, SEO for Hire had to navigate a rigorous enterprise procurement process to earn preferred supplier status with one of the world’s leading software brands.
Here’s how that credibility translated into three successful SEO placements across a global organization, Sage.
Where Speed Meets Quality
Supplier
Successfully navigated legal and procurement to become preferred supplier.
Talent
Every candidate presented was technically and culturally aligned.
Strategic
Three specialist SEO roles filled within a complex enterprise structure.
Sage is a global leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll software, serving millions of businesses across more than 20 countries.
With a brand of this scale, the SEO function is a significant driver of commercial performance, and the quality of the team directly impacts the business’s ability to compete in highly competitive markets.
Hiring SEO Talent for Sage
Sage needed to hire three specialist roles within their SEO team:
One SEO Specialist and two SEO Account Managers.
The challenge was not simply finding the right talent, it was earning the right to work with Sage at all. Before any recruitment could begin, SEO for Hire was required to navigate Sage’s rigorous procurement and due diligence process, including legal review and formal approval to join their preferred supplier list.
This is a process that many agencies would find prohibitive, but it is one that SEO for Hire pursued and completed successfully.
How SEO for Hire Approached the Hires
Once approved as a preferred supplier, SEO for Hire worked directly with Rob Hughes, Sage’s Global Director of SEO, to understand the specific requirements for each role.
The team focused on quality over quantity, presenting only candidates who were a genuine fit for both the technical demands of the roles and the culture of a large, global organization. The caliber of the candidates presented was immediately apparent.
How did Airhelp Benefit from Our Services?
All three roles were successfully filled.
The quality of the candidates was recognized at the highest level, a reflection of SEO for Hire’s ability to deliver in even the most demanding and complex hiring environments.
“Working with Josh & team to hire into our SEO team was made so much easier by their knowledge of the channel and their in-depth screening process.
Much more about quality than quantity, with every candidate they delivered to us being a great fit.”
Rob Hughes
Global Director of SEO, Sage
Why Our Hiring Solutions Worked Well
This engagement began with credibility, not candidates. By successfully completing Sage’s rigorous procurement and due diligence process, SEO for Hire demonstrated the operational maturity required to partner with a global enterprise brand.
Once approved, our channel-specific expertise and deep SEO screening process ensured that every candidate presented met both the technical demands and the expectations of a global software organization.
The result was three successful hires and preferred supplier status within a highly competitive enterprise environment.
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FAQs
How Does SEO For Hire Find the top 1% of SEO talent?
We’ve built the largest global network of SEOs—over 52,000 strong—curated through events, content funnels, and referrals. Our vetting process tests real-world skills, communication, and adaptability.
What Roles can SEO For Hire Help Fill?
We recruit across the SEO spectrum—from Junior SEOs to VP and even CEO, covering technical SEO, content strategy, and SEO product management.
How Fast can You Fill a Role?
95% of our roles are filled within 28 days. We often deliver pre-vetted candidates for urgent roles in under 10 days.
What Makes Your Candidates Stick Around?
We ensure long-term alignment on values, goals, and team fit—leading to a 30% boost in retention. All placements include a one-year satisfaction guarantee.
Do You Work with Startups or Large Enterprises?
Both. From nimble startup teams to global SEO operations, we tailor our approach to suit your scale and culture.