SEO Lead in UNITED KINGDOM

Ready to Own SEO for a Fast-Growing Consumer Brand?

Here's the thing...

You've been doing SEO for 3-4 years now. You're good at it. Really good, actually.

Maybe you're at an agency juggling 10 clients and spreading yourself thin.

Or perhaps you're in-house but boxed in by red tape and slow decision-making. Either way, you're ready for more.

More ownership. More impact. More freedom to actually do the damn thing without someone breathing down your neck.

Sound about right?

What if you could...

• Own the entire SEO strategy for a thriving e-commerce brand (no more "death by committee")
• Test the cool stuff - AI search optimisation, alternative platforms, experimental content strategies.
• Have a £7.5-10k monthly budget to deploy however you see fit (agencies, tools, innovation - your call)
• Step into a Lead role with proper support (not sink-or-swim, but genuine mentorship from a Head of SEO who's got your back 2-3 days a week)
• Go deep instead of wide - forget juggling clients; focus on making one brand absolutely dominate

This isn't a "maintain the status quo" gig. It's a "shape the future of how this brand shows up in search" opportunity.

What you'll actually be doing

• 60% content strategy - refreshing 300-400 blog posts, optimising for AI visibility, and creating content that actually converts (not just ranks)
• 30% technical SEO - but the good news? You're joining during a fresh CMS migration to a squeaky-clean platform in January. Think enhancement, not firefighting.
• 10% being the SEO evangelist - collaborating with copywriters, developers, social, and paid media teams to embed SEO into everything

The immediate mission?

Help navigate a major platform migration launching in January, then take the reins on a forward-thinking SEO strategy that tackles the AI search evolution head-on.

Why this role is different

• Autonomy without abandonment - You're trusted to drive things forward, but you've got an experienced SEO Lead available for strategic guidance. It's the best of both worlds: freedom with a safety net.
• Innovation is encouraged, not discouraged - Want to experiment with AI Overviews? Build your own tools? Test unconventional content strategies? Go for it. They actually want someone who pushes boundaries.
• In-house depth > agency breadth - One brand. One goal. Real impact. If you're tired of doing "an average job for lots of clients," this is your escape route.
• Remote-first, human-first - Work from anywhere in the UK, flexible hours, and a team that actually respects work-life balance (plus health insurance and product discounts)

You're the right fit if...

✅ You've got at least 3-4 years of solid SEO experience in eCommerce

✅ You're content-savvy - you know optimisation is more than sprinkling keywords around

✅ You've got enough technical chops to work with developers and understand site architecture

✅ You're a self-starter who doesn't need hand-holding (but appreciates good guidance)

✅ You're genuinely curious about how AI is changing search (you don't need all the answers, just the appetite to learn)

✅ You can play nice with others - this role needs collaboration with copywriters, devs, and social teams

Bonus points if:

• You've been through a platform migration before
• You've built side projects, tools, or run experiments that made you go "ooh, that's clever"

Why now?

Because this role doesn't come around often, it's the sweet spot: enough challenge to keep you sharp, enough support to help you succeed, and enough autonomy to make it yours.

The brand's performing well, but they're thinking ahead. AI search is disrupting everything, traffic patterns are shifting, and they need someone who's excited (not terrified) by that challenge.

If you've been waiting for that "step up" moment where you get to lead, strategise, and actually make decisions - this is it.

Interested?

Hit 'Apply Now' with your latest CV, which not only demonstrates your responsibilities but also showcases how you stand out from the rest.