Technical SEO Executive

Only Marketing Jobs; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency is seeking a Technical SEO Executive to support analysis and reporting for diverse clients. Key responsibilities include conducting SEO audits, managing crawl and log files, and developing recommendations based on data analysis. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills and have a proactive attitude, with opportunities for training in SEO tools. This position is based in Leeds and offers a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical skills and comfort with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and investigate crawl & log files from tools.
• Deliver accurate and comprehensive SEO audits.
• Develop a basic understanding of HTML and CSS.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Basic understanding of SEO

Tools

Google Analytics

ScreamingFrog

SEMRush

Accuranker

Lumar

Ahrefs

Job description

Agency : Search Laboratory

Job Description : The Channel Expertise Executive is operating Media Experience (Mx) campaigns for a client portfolio on a specific channel.

Technical SEO Executive

Reporting To : Technical SEO Manager

Office Location : Blokhaus, West Park Ring Road, Leeds, LS16 6QG, UK

About Havas Market

We are Havas Market, part of the Havas Media Network. We believe in the fusion of commerce and performance to drive limitless performance. We break down barriers between commerce and performance to build cohesive multichannel purchase experiences that powerfully combine tech and human flair.

Havas Market expertise spans four core specialist services: paid media (PPC, paid social, shopping international), owned (SEO, CRO, content, creative, localisation), commerce (Amazon, Marketplaces, Retail Media, social commerce) and earned (digital PR, social).

We help clients to :

• Connect with the human behind the click – we harness human‑led planning and technology to create experiences that connect more deeply and drive superior digital performance.
• Capture meaningful metrics that matter – we focus on meaningful results that drive business impact, not just superficial metrics, ensuring client strategy delivers real commercial success.
• Combine curious minds and powerful technology – we turn data into actionable insights, all powered and delivered by cutting‑edge technology, giving clients a competitive edge in market.

The Role

We’re looking for a smart and motivated individual to take on the role of Technical SEO Executive within a scaled SEO team that spans both Leeds and London.

Within the role you will support the analysis, reporting, insights and optimisation across a diverse and exciting portfolio of agency clients. You will be responsible for core Technical SEO deliverables, including crawl audits, addressing indexation and accessibility issues, keyword research, and more. You will have access to leading SEO tools such as Accuranker, SEMRush, Lumar, ScreamingFrog, Google Analytics and Google Search Console.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and investigate crawl & log files from tools such as ScreamingFrog, custom crawlers, and client extractions.
• Deliver accurate and comprehensive SEO audits with clear issue identification and actionable recommendations.
• Develop a basic understanding of HTML, CSS and other core SEO technologies.
• Use core SEO tools (Ahrefs, SEMRush, ScreamingFrog, Lumar, GA4, Google Search Console).
• Base recommendations on robust data analysis.
• Understand consumer search behaviour for clients and verticals.
• Improve performance with reasoned, logical technical suggestions.
• Follow the strategic plan and roadmap for technical activity set by your manager.
• Assist with reporting for your client set, including QBRs.
• Present work and results to internal teams and clients.
• Join client calls and contribute to regular reporting meetings.
• Prepare presentation material for client calls as required.
• Align work with agency best practices and high standards.
• Feed into roadmaps and contribute strategic recommendations.
• Raise issues or concerns to management when required.
• Deliver work within deadlines and SLAs.
• Utilise AI platforms to increase performance outputs.
• Monitor industry developments to keep SEO knowledge up‑to‑date.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Basic understanding of SEO is desirable but not essential; training provided.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Comfortable with large data sets and complex problems; working knowledge of Excel.
• Interest in web analytics and ability to use data to support arguments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time‑management and prioritisation skills.
• Problem‑solving mindset.
• Proactive, can‑do attitude.
• Good collaboration skills and willingness to work with others.

Contract Type

Permanent

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.