Job Title: SEO Executive
Location: Essex
Salary: £30,000 + Performance Bonus
The Company
Join one of Essex’s top-ranked independent digital agencies, currently in an exciting scale-up phase. With a reputation for delivering high-quality work and retaining over 90% of their clients, the agency is expanding fast – on track to hit £1 million in revenue and hiring across all departments.
This agency is known for its hands-on, collaborative environment. The SEO team is small but highly technical, delivering impactful work for clients with retainers ranging from £2k to £20k+. They work closely with senior marketing leaders across various industries, offering genuine consultancy and execution that drives results.
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing agency where training and career development are prioritised, and progression to Account Manager or SEO Lead is actively encouraged.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage a varied portfolio of ~10 clients, with retainers ranging from £2k–£9k
- Carry out core SEO tasks including keyword research, audits, technical optimisation, meta content, and site speed improvements
- Support senior team members with SEO strategy and activation
- Stay updated on SEO trends and proactively support client growth
- Client-facing responsibilities are optional – internal client liaison support and scheduling is provided
- Contribute to a positive, fast-paced team environment where training is ongoing and ideas are welcomed
Skills & Experience
- Ideally 1+ years of SEO experience (open to ambitious graduates with 6+ months’ experience)
- Agency experience preferred but not essential
- A passion for SEO and a proactive, growth-minded attitude
- Strong communicator, both written and verbal
- Familiar with tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog
- Content writing experience is a bonus
- Open to specialists or generalists – having a niche can support faster career growth
- Cultural fit is key: a team player who’s eager to learn and contribute
Company Benefits
- Bi-annual reviews for progression, performance, and salary
- Discretionary bonus scheme (from 12 months)
- Profit share (from 12 months)
- Monthly and quarterly 1-2-1s focused on development
- Dedicated training budget – request training in new areas or tools
- Attend leading industry events like Brighton SEO
- Learn adjacent skills like Web Development to enhance your SEO career
- Fully paid gym membership
- Extra day off for your birthday
- Team holidays
- Black tie Christmas party
- Supportive, sociable office culture – sporty team with boxers, golfers, climbers, and cricketers
- Office-based, 9am-5pm hours designed for collaboration, development, and mentorship
If you’re passionate about SEO and want to join a growing agency that invests in its people, rewards ambition, and works with impressive clients – this could be your perfect next step.
JOB ID: #3008774
Contact Detail:
Herd Digital Recruiting Team