Tech SEO Executive

About us
We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the role
Are you passionate about the ever-evolving world of SEO and eager to grow your technical expertise? We are looking for a Technical SEO Executive to join our team and play a key role in optimising our website infrastructure to ensure it aligns with search engine guidelines. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Technical SEO Manager to implement technical SEO strategies, enhance website performance, and identify opportunities for growth. If you have a solid understanding of technical SEO principles, a keen eye for detail, and a curiosity about how cultural, fashion, and technology trends shape online experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting technical SEO audits to uncover areas for improvement.
• Implement onsite and technical SEO enhancements, including schema markup, under the guidance of the Technical SEO Manager.
• Support the optimisation of website architecture, including URL structure, internal linking, and navigation.
• Monitor website performance, resolve crawl errors, and address indexing issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into website development and redesign projects.
• Stay informed about search engine algorithm updates, SERP-feature changes, and technical SEO trends.
• Analyse website data using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console to identify technical improvement opportunities.
• Monitor keyword performance to ensure core URLs are achieving their potential.
• Identify new and missed opportunities for channel growth.

About you:

• 2+ years of technical SEO experience (agency or in-house).
• A clear understanding of technical SEO principles and website architecture.
• Experience with keyword research.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web development technologies.
• Proficiency in technical SEO tools such as Screaming Frog, DeepCrawl, and Google Search Console.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience with website performance optimisation tools (e.g., Google PageSpeed Insights, WebPageTest) is desirable.

Some of our benefits:

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment
• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be found on our career site

How to apply:
Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you may be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS and DBS check.

What happens next?
Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely. You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

• 1st stage - An informal 30-45-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.
• 2nd Stage – A one-hour formal task based interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Equal opportunities:
We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.