Senior SEO Strategist

Company Description

Evolved is an award-winning, dynamic, and ambitious performance marketing agency based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

We differentiate ourselves by providing game-changing results for our clients, acquired thanks to deep knowledge, constant learning, and years of experience managing digital marketing strategies.

With ambitious growth plans, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the Evolved team. We’re big on people, offering exciting and genuine opportunities to develop and progress, and offer a healthy dose of team member perks that go way beyond the ordinary.

Please note, if we receive a high response for this role we may close the campaign early.

Job Description

Position Overview

As a Senior SEO Strategist at Evolved, you will play a pivotal role in leading SEO related tasks, strategy and results for clients with your team. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that's redefining digital marketing standards.

What You'll Do

• Where applicable, become the main day-to-day point of contact for SEO performance and strategy

• Where applicable, lead the execution of client SEO strategies and be responsible for overall performance, as well as specifically that of Technical SEO recommendations

• Monitor performance of strategies and identify areas of improvement

• Deliver results to clients and support with the development of our SEO offering as an agency

• Analyse and review client organic performance fluctuations and changes

• Take ownership of each client’s organic performance owing to technical abilities and limitations as a key point of contact for technical consultancy and queries

• Perform in-depth technical SEO audits to identify new opportunities and understand potential risks, assisting in incorporating this analysis into client strategies

• Oversee the delivery and implementation of technical SEO recommendations, working alongside the relevant client stakeholders and third-party developers were required

• Provide updates and analysis on technical implemented recommendations and contribute to client reporting needs

• Plan and lead larger technical initiatives, such as website migrations, from project start to completion

• Participate in technical data gathering to assist with new business pitches and proposals

• Provide an advanced level of technical SEO support with a thorough understanding of the latest technical SEO best practice, concepts and terminology

• Perform advanced data analysis by combining multiple complex data sources to provide insight into technical issues and highlighting key performance opportunities

• Create, manage and deliver client reports, in line with objectives

• Build and maintain close alignment with the Client Services and Sales team to identify and manage potential upsell opportunities

• Develop internal technical processes and technical consultation/solution standards

• Ensure any risk to business revenue is flagged and work with the Head of SEO and Client Services team to mitigate this

• Responsible for assisting the Head of SEO with the training of newer team members, as well as cross-departmental training where required

What Were Looking for

• Passion for Innovation: We want someone who is excited about pushing the boundaries of digital marketing, exploring new trends, and bringing fresh ideas to the table

• Collaborative: A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, actively contributes ideas, and is open to feedback

• Adaptable: Our industry moves at the speed of light, and we need someone who can keep up, adapt quickly to change, and turn challenges into opportunities

• Results-Driven: We love what we do, and we love delivering results. We're looking for individuals who are focused on achieving and exceeding goals

• Curious: Someone who is naturally inclined to explore, question, and delve into the intricacies of our field. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for learning, constantly seeking to understand emerging trends and industry nuances

• Critical Thinker: Adept at questioning assumptions, considering alternative perspectives, and making well-informed decisions

• Effective Communicator: Someone who is able to explain marketing complexities in a ‘simple’ way to both internal teams and also clients

• Solutions Focussed: No two days are the same and effective solutions focused thinking is pivotal to driving success for our clients and the company

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong experience within an SEO strategy role or similar
• Demonstrable experience working on SEO campaigns
• Experience with various SEO tools and applications
• Thorough experience with Analytics platforms (GA4 and Google Search Console)
• Fantastic knowledge and understanding of SEO, its algorithms and history
• Experience working with third-parties such as developers/designers and other stakeholders.
• Preferred: Experience working with Paid, Social, CRO and Analytics teams

Additional Information

Skills and experience like yours come at a price, we get it. In addition to a fair and competitive salary of £40-45K (DOE), we also offer our team members:

• Engaging, Fun and Stretching Work
• Work with Talented Friendly Colleagues (and dogs)
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• 28 Days Annual Leave (plus chances to win extra days off throughout the year!)
• 4 Day Work Week
• Advanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Packages
• Hybrid Working
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare Cashback
• Workplace Pension
• Modern City Centre Office
• A Fun and Dynamic Workplace
• Regular Workplace Get Togethers
• Christmas and Summer Socials

Process and Expected Timeline:

Pre Screen Interviews - W/C 24th March

In Person Interviews - W/C 7th April 

These dates are a guide to our timeline, we may change the dates subject to availability and applications. 

Upload your CV and Cover Letter via the form on this page or click the external link to apply via SmartRecruiters.

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We respond to all candidates as standard, but please be patient with us as it may take us the duration of the campaign to get back to you. We like to keep candidate details on file if the role we have live may not be for you, but we absolutely need you on our team. We do this by holding your details in our talent pool in line with our GDPR policy.

Note: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage/civil partnerships.