Head of SEO (4 day week) (Brighton And Hove)

Role Overview

Salary: £50-70k (depending on experience) with a 4-day workweek. Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 1 day WFH.

This role will see you leading our SEO team at SEOMG! You will develop the team, oversee and manage client accounts, and deliver continuous innovation of our product offerings. You will work with a passionate and talented team in a supportive and rewarding environment, where we prioritise work-life balance and professional growth. Join our exciting journey, where you will accelerate your career while shaping and driving our agency's rapid growth.

About SEOMG!

Recognised as the Fastest-growing SEO Agency in the World by Adweek (2024) and named a Great Place to Work (2024), SEOMG! are passionate about creating a collaborative and rewarding environment for our talented experts. SEOMG! was built by SEOs, for SEOs. As such, we understand the challenges faced by delivery teams and have built SEOMG! around employee well-being and professional growth. This includes:

• Realistic resourcing - no burnout. We don’t oversell. We only give our team 4 days of work a week and ensure accurate and fair scoping of work while protecting time to help you and us grow.
• Reducing busywork and admin. We have efficient processes and systems to let you focus on the work that you care about.
• Working with integrity in a team of people you can trust. All our employees have time protected for mentoring and ideation. We’ll also never outsource work for you to deliver to clients.

We’ve experienced rapid growth, expanding to a team of 13 in just five years. Our rapid success is a testament to our client-centric approach and our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results, which has resulted in nine search awards including ‘SEO Agency of the Year’ at the UK Agency Awards (2024). This momentum continues into our sixth year as we continue expanding, looking for driven and ambitious individuals who want to accelerate their career, work alongside experts, and shape the agency to grow to new heights.

About the Role

We are looking for an exceptional leader to take charge of our SEO department and continue its rapid expansion. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business, setting clear objectives, and driving strategic growth.

You will be responsible for developing and executing forward-thinking SEO roadmaps to surpass predefined targets across a portfolio of clients. Additionally, you will improve agency profitability by refining our product offerings and streamlining processes to make common tasks more efficient. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the development of the team, from junior to senior, in SEO and Digital PR.
• Heavily involved in new client acquisition and retainer growth.
• Shaping company direction and operations.
• Leading SEO strategy for key clients, from ideation to implementation, and presenting results.
• Innovating products to expand agency offerings.
• Sharing SEO knowledge with the team through training sessions and workshops.
• Staying current on industry news and incorporating changes into work.
• Supporting senior leadership and maintaining the agency’s position as an industry leader.

About You

We’re seeking a driven, ambitious SEO leader with a proven track record of success. You’ll have at least seven years of SEO experience, including two years in a senior agency role, and a history of managing teams, driving data-led strategies, and executing complex projects (e.g. site architecture planning, large-scale migrations, etc.)

You excel at managing multiple clients, closing leads, and building strong relationships while delivering exceptional results. You’re methodical yet decisive, growth-focused, and highly effective at balancing project and time management.

With hands-on expertise across all areas of SEO, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and a talent for mentoring others, you’ll take ownership of your work, stay ahead of industry trends, and contribute to the growth of the agency. Clear communication and leadership skills are a must.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Over 7 years of SEO experience, preferably as a senior professional in an agency.
• Award-worthy results from effective SEO strategies and an in-depth understanding of all areas of SEO.
• Proven track-record with new business pitches.
• Experience managing and growing a team.
• History of driving innovation for both internal processes and client output.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Track record overseeing and/or delivering successful Digital PR campaigns.
• Confident public speaker with experience talking at conferences/events.
• Award wins.
• Involved in the development of tools for automation and/or innovation.
• Active contributor within the SEO community.

Benefits & Perks:

• 4-day work week (in addition to annual leave and bank holidays).
• Realistic resourcing - only 4 days of work per week.
• Generous and transparent performance-based bonus scheme.
• Flexible working hours (start between 8 and 10 am, Mon-Fri).
• Protected time for learning and development.
• Office based in Brighton & Hove, a 5-minute walk from the beach.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 1 day WFH.
• Team beach lunches in the summer.
• Regular games night and social space.
• Quarterly company social.
• Working abroad for up to 8 days per year.
• Beer Fridays and fresh fruit in the office.
• Casual dress code.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.