Director Search Engine Optimization
SEO Director
Or client, based in London, is seeking a strategic and data-driven SEO Director to lead and scale their organic growth function. This is a key leadership position, responsible for shaping and executing a comprehensive SEO strategy to enhance visibility, drive high-quality traffic, and increase conversions across digital channels.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, manage an SEO specialist, and ensure best practices are embedded across all aspects of website and content development.
This is a full-time, permanent hybrid role based in London that is ideally looking for an SEO Director that has both agency and in-house background.
SEO Director Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver a long-term SEO strategy aligned with wider business objectives
- Drive organic growth through both technical optimisation and content strategy
- Manage and mentor an SEO Specialist
- Collaborate with content, design, development, and marketing teams
- Present performance insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
- Leverage technology and AI tools to improve efficiency and outcomes
- Stay up to date with SEO trends, algorithm changes, and evolving digital best practices
- Oversee keyword research, competitor analysis, and SEO audits
- Manage SEO budgets and ensure effective resource allocation
- Lead initiatives such as link-building, site migrations, and landing page optimisation
Ideal SEO Director Profile:
- A senior SEO leader with a proven track record of delivering measurable growth in competitive environments
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on, data-led approach
- In-depth knowledge of technical, on-page, and off-page SEO
- Experience using industry tools such as SEMrush (or similar)
- Familiarity with HTML/CSS and CMS platforms
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- A degree in marketing or a related field is advantageous
Package:
- Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working model
- Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to scale
- The opportunity to influence both customer experience and product development
- A collaborative culture that values ownership, impact, and continuous learning