SEO Specialist

Blue Array; England; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SEO agency in the UK is seeking an experienced SEO Specialist. The role involves monitoring client websites, analyzing performance data, and delivering SEO components aligned with marketing strategies. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in client management, familiarity with SEO tools, and strong analytical skills. This is a remote position with regular travel required to the Reading HQ.

Benefits

Competitive salary, bonus and pension

Generous holiday allowance of 25 days

Flexible working

Private medical insurance after probation

Free gym membership after probation

Cycle to work scheme after probation

Employee assistance programme

Opportunity to work overseas up to a month per year

Internal training via Blue Array Academy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client management and relationship building.
• Experience working within an agency environment or managing multiple clients simultaneously.
• Confident in presenting and pitching ideas to clients and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client websites daily, weekly, and monthly to ensure SEO targets are met.
• Analyse performance data and create insightful reports.
• Deliver SEO components in alignment with an integrated marketing strategy.
• Build strong relationships within the client team.
• Perform keyword research and identification.

Skills

Client management

SEO tools (Screaming Frog, SEMrush, Ahrefs)

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

At Blue Array, we are passionate about driving results through effective digital marketing strategies. As a leader in organic search through SEO, GEO and Digital PR, we are committed to providing innovative solutions that empower our clients. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced SEO Specialist to join our dynamic team.

About the role

We seek an experienced SEO Specialist reporting to one of our SEO Managers to become part of our tight‑knit team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced setting, collaborates well within a team, and can adapt to various brands and industries.

This role will be pivotal in executing high‑quality deliverables, and we are looking for someone who can both uphold our current processes and drive innovation. A balance of technical know‑how and creative thinking is essential, as you will engage in diverse facets of SEO.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor client websites daily, weekly, and monthly to ensure that the SEO channel meets its targets (North Star Metrics)
• Analyse performance data and create insightful reports
• Deliver SEO components in alignment with an integrated marketing strategy
• Build strong relationships within the broader client team, including marketing, in‑house developers, content writers, and social media teams
• Perform keyword research and identification
• Confidently manage client communications, providing proactive updates, insights, and recommendations
• Contribute to client strategy discussions and performance reviews

Why You?

We are looking for ambitious individuals with experience in a similar role. Most importantly, we want to connect with those who are passionate about SEO and aspire to develop a career as a specialist.

Essential

• Proven experience in client management and relationship building
• Experience working within an agency environment or managing multiple clients simultaneously
• Familiarity with essential SEO tools (e.g., Screaming Frog, SEMrush, Ahrefs)
• Confident in presenting and pitching ideas to clients and stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• A self‑motivated attitude; someone who consistently strives for excellence
• Outstanding planning, organisational, and communication skills, enabling you to juggle multiple projects and manage your time effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A solid understanding of traffic and conversion measurement, interpreting data and deriving insight
• Capability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt when necessary
• Eagerness to learn and adjust to evolving market landscapes

Desirable

• Previous agency experience within SEO, digital marketing, or PR
• Experience in account growth or upselling services
• Knowledge of content strategy, link‑building, and technical audits
• Understanding of wider digital channels (PPC, social, CRO)

Who we are

Blue Array is the UK’s most popular and largest specialist SEO agency.

We pride ourselves on doing things differently for others in our industry by providing open, honest and actionable SEO consultancy to our clients. Regular communication and insights are a core part of our service; our exceptional levels of client satisfaction are the primary reason we continue to grow at such a fast pace.

We work with some of the world’s most exciting brands such as RAC, Cannaray, WatchFinder, Penfold, Pepper Money, Help for Heroes and many more.

We’re incredibly proud to have been awarded the best large SEO agency at the 2022 UK Search Awards and have been listed on Campaign Magazine’s UK Top 100 Best Places to Work 2023.

We believe in People, Planet and Profit, in that order.

What are the benefits of working with us?

Employee well‑being is high on our agenda. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and make us who we are. Ensuring you’re always well looked after, we offer:

• 💰 A competitive salary, bonus and pension
• ✈️ A generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year.
• 🏠 Remote role with regular travel to our Reading HQ and client locations. (You must be based in the UK)
• 🎂 Your birthday off annually
• 💙 3 charity days annually
• 🏡 Flexible working
• 👪 Enhanced family leave policies
• 🫂 Employee assistance programme available immediately
• 🏥 Private medical insurance (following probation)
• 🏋️ Free gym membership (following probation)
• 🚴 Cycle to work scheme (following probation)
• 🌍 The option to work overseas up to a month per year
• 🎉 A multitude of socials, inc our Summer Party
• 📘 Plenty of internal training, including access to the Blue Array Academy

Application Process

Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know you and for you to get to know us:

• First stage interview – a short call with our people team to learn more about you and your experience while providing details about the role.
• Second stage interview – An in‑person interview at our Blue Array HQ in Reading, involving a more in‑depth interview and presentation task.
• Final stage interview – A short call with our CEO & Founder, Simon.

What’s next?

If this sounds like you, then you’re on your way to joining a forward‑thinking industry leader and a team of like‑minded, exceptionally talented people. Simply send us your CV, and we will be in touch.

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We are actively working and committed to increasing diversity in our teams and management positions. It’s our ambition to create an inclusive environment where we can all be ourselves together.