Head of SEO, agency, London (hybrid), c. 50-60K

Xpand Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing digital agency in Greater London is seeking a Head of SEO & AI Search to lead its SEO function and drive innovation in AI-powered search solutions. Responsibilities include managing a small SEO team, executing strategy and performance evaluations, and collaborating on major SEO projects. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in agency SEO, strong leadership skills, and a keen interest in AI technologies. This position offers a competitive package that includes 25 days of holiday, hybrid working arrangements, and profit sharing.

Benefits

25 days holiday + birthday off

Loyalty days

Hybrid working

Socials

Pension

Profit share

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading SEO teams at a senior level.
• Ability to strategize and manage complex SEO projects.
• Strong understanding of both technical and strategic aspects of SEO.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small SEO team.
• Drive strategy, roadmaps, QBRs & performance.
• Build and scale the agency’s AI Search proposition.

Skills

Senior-level agency SEO experience

Strong people leadership

Deep technical + strategic SEO expertise

Interest in AI search and emerging workflows

Confident communicator & strong project manager

Job description

A fast-growing independent digital agency is hiring a Head of SEO & AI Search to lead its SEO function, own client delivery, and shape the future of its AI-powered search offering.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and develop a small SEO team
• Drive strategy, roadmaps, QBRs & performance
• Partner with tech leads on migrations & major SEO projects
• Build and scale the agency’s AI Search proposition (AIO, GEO, AI-assisted workflows)
• Improve delivery processes using AI + manage internal systems
• Support onboarding, retention & new-business opportunities
• Report directly to the MD

What you bring:

• Senior-level agency SEO experience
• Strong people leadership
• Deep technical + strategic SEO expertise
• Interest in AI search and emerging workflows
• Confident communicator & strong project manager

Perks:

25 days holiday + birthday off, loyalty days, hybrid working, socials, pension & profit share.

Rates depend on experience and client requirements.