Reed.co.uk is looking for a SEO Executive to join their Marketing Team in Holborn, London.

You will play a crucial role in optimising our Jobseeker, Courses, and Career Advice sites. You will work closely with our SEO agency and cross-functional teams to develop and implement SEO strategies that increase organic traffic, improve rankings, and elevate our online visibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for digital marketing and SEO to make a significant impact in a dynamic company.

• Collaborate with our agency to develop and execute SEO strategies tailored to our Jobs and Courses businesses
• Work with Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to integrate SEO recommendations and align them with wider marketing initiatives
• Conduct keyword research, competitor analysis, and market research to identify growth opportunities
• Ensure that all website content adheres to SEO best practices, and identify areas for improvement based on keyword trends
• Perform regular website audits to identify and resolve technical SEO issues
• Optimise on-page elements like meta tags, headings, and URLs, and ensure website structure is SEO-friendly
• Stay current with SEO trends, algorithm changes, and best practices
• Generate detailed reports on organic performance, tracking key metrics and delivering actionable insights to stakeholders across teams
• Provide data-driven recommendations to continuously improve SEO performance

• Proven experience as an SEO Executive or similar role
• Strong knowledge of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices
• Hands-on experience with on-page, off-page, and technical SEO strategies
• Proficiency in developing and implementing linking strategies (e.g., digital PR, social media link-building)
• Experience collaborating with content teams to ensure SEO is fully integrated into web content
• Familiarity with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Keyword Planner
• Proficiency in Google Sheets and Slides
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Analytical and growth-oriented approach, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workflows efficiently

• In-house SEO experience working with an agency is preferred but not required
• Exposure to other digital marketing channels is a plus

• Flexible working as standard (including remote working options and flexible working hours)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible holiday scheme (buy, sell and carry over your holiday)
• Paid time off to move home
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave benefits
• Insurance benefits including life assurance
• Love Mondays events
• Discount schemes including gyms and popular retailers
• Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues
• Newly refurbished office in a fantastic location, with countless bars, restaurants and theatres right on the doorstep