SEO Specialist

Focus Agency Group; Kelvedon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency in Kelvedon seeks an SEO Specialist to develop and implement effective SEO strategies. Key responsibilities include conducting website audits, optimizing on-page content, and managing link-building initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in SEO, knowledge of search engine algorithms, and tools like Google Analytics and SEMrush. The role offers progressive annual leave and various employee perks including a performance bonus and social events.

Benefits

Progressive Annual Leave

Birthday Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Performance Bonus

Office Perks

Social Events

Qualifications

• Experience in an SEO role with strong knowledge of search engine algorithms.
• Proven track record in technical and on-page SEO.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SEO strategies.
• Run website audits and resolve technical issues.
• Monitor site performance and provide actionable insights.

Skills

SEO strategy development

Keyword research

On-page optimization

Technical SEO

Google Analytics

Search Console

Link building

Analytical skills

Tools

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Moz

Screaming Frog

WordPress

Shopify

Job description

Location: Feering, Essex (3 days office 2 at home)

• Progressive Annual Leave: Increases by 1 day each year after your first full year (up to 5 extra days).
• Birthday Leave: One additional day off on your birthday (post-probation).
• Social Events: Year-round events organised by our Social Committee.
• Private Medical Insurance: Optional after 1 year of service.
• Long Service Awards: Given every 5 years of continuous service.
• Employee of the Quarter: Rewards for top performers each quarter.
• Office Perks: Free tea, coffee, snacks, kitchen facilities, and breakout spaces.
• Beer Fridge Fridays: Weekly drinks to unwind and connect.
• Referral Program: Reward for successful candidate referrals.
• Pirkx Benefits: Access to health, wellness, and lifestyle perks from day one.
• Performance Bonus: Discretionary profit-sharing bonus (prorated if mid-year start).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement SEO strategies, including keyword research and on-page optimisation.
• Run regular website audits and work with developers to fix technical issues.
• Monitor indexing, crawl errors, site speed, and mobile performance.
• Support content teams by improving on-page content and suggesting new SEO-driven topics.
• Manage and strengthen the backlink profile through quality link-building opportunities.
• Track performance using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, and Ahrefs, and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and development teams while staying updated on SEO trends.

Requirements:

• Experience in an SEO role with strong knowledge of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Experience in an agency.
• Confident in communicating and able to offer solutions.
• Familiar with GEO.
• Skilled in using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, and Screaming Frog.
• Strong ability in keyword research, competitor analysis, and on-page/off-page/technical SEO.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress or Shopify.
• Strong analytical, communication, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
• Experience working with developers and a basic understanding of UX principles.
• Awareness of wider digital marketing channels and how they connect to SEO.