SEO Executive

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing retail company in Colchester is seeking a proactive SEO Executive to enhance search visibility and drive traffic. This role involves developing SEO strategies, conducting audits, and collaborating with content teams. The position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an SEO role, ideally within e-commerce or retail.
• Solid understanding of SEO principles, algorithms, and ranking factors.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and website structure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies.
• Conduct regular site audits and technical SEO reviews.
• Monitor performance using tools like Google Analytics and SEMrush.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

SEO principles

Tools

Google Analytics

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

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We're working with a fast-growing retail company based in Colchester that's looking for a proactive and detail-oriented SEO Executive to join their in-house digital team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in improving search visibility, driving traffic, and supporting the company's wider e-commerce growth strategy.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies to increase organic rankings and traffic

Conduct regular site audits and technical SEO reviews, identifying and resolving issues

Optimise product and landing pages for search engines and user experience

Carry out keyword research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities

Collaborate with content and marketing teams to ensure SEO best practice is applied

Monitor performance using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs

Produce monthly reports highlighting progress, insights, and areas for improvement

Requirements:

Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an SEO role, ideally within e-commerce or retail

Solid understanding of SEO principles, algorithms, and ranking factors

Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and how websites are structured

Strong analytical and reporting skills

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team

Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the Colchester office)

Staff discounts, company pension, and ongoing training and development

Friendly, fast-paced team environment with room to grow