SEO Executive

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Base pay range

Job Title: SEO Executive

Salary: £30,000 + Performance Bonus

The Company

Join one of Essex’s top-ranked independent digital agencies, currently in an exciting scale-up phase. With a reputation for delivering high-quality work and retaining over 90% of their clients, the agency is expanding fast – on track to hit £1 million in revenue and hiring across all departments.

This agency is known for its hands-on, collaborative environment. The SEO team is small but highly technical, delivering impactful work for clients with retainers ranging from £2k to £20k+. They work closely with senior marketing leaders across various industries, offering genuine consultancy and execution that drives results.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing agency where training and career development are prioritised, and progression to Account Manager or SEO Lead is actively encouraged.

• Manage a varied portfolio of ~10 clients, with retainers ranging from £2k–£9k
• Carry out core SEO tasks including keyword research, audits, technical optimisation, meta content, and site speed improvements
• Support senior team members with SEO strategy and activation
• Stay updated on SEO trends and proactively support client growth
• Client-facing responsibilities are optional – internal client liaison support and scheduling is provided
• Contribute to a positive, fast-paced team environment where training is ongoing and ideas are welcomed

Skills & Experience

• Ideally 1+ years of SEO experience (open to ambitious graduates with 6+ months’ experience)
• Agency experience preferred but not essential
• A passion for SEO and a proactive, growth-minded attitude
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal
• Familiar with tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog
• Content writing experience is a bonus
• Open to specialists or generalists – having a niche can support faster career growth
• Cultural fit is key: a team player who’s eager to learn and contribute

Company Benefits

• Bi-annual reviews for progression, performance, and salary
• Discretionary bonus scheme (from 12 months)
• Profit share (from 12 months)
• Monthly and quarterly 1-2-1s focused on development
• Dedicated training budget – request training in new areas or tools
• Attend leading industry events like Brighton SEO
• Learn adjacent skills like Web Development to enhance your SEO career
• Fully paid gym membership
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Team holidays
• Supportive, sociable office culture – sporty team with boxers, golfers, climbers, and cricketers
• Office-based, 9am-5pm hours designed for collaboration, development, and mentorship

If you’re passionate about SEO and want to join a growing agency that invests in its people, rewards ambition, and works with impressive clients – this could be your perfect next step.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level
• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
• Full-time

Job function

• Job function
• Marketing
• Industries
• Marketing Services

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