Gateshead, Hybrid working
We are looking for an ambitious, self‑starter SEO Manager to join our team here at Vertu Motors. You will play a pivotal role in our multi‑disciplined agile search team, combining specialist skills to create customer‑focused strategies that deliver seamless, relevant and personalised experiences across our Group portfolio of lead‑gen and e‑commerce websites.
You will report to the Head of Search and support the team in developing and delivering an SEO programme that increases organic visibility, traffic and commercial impact across the group’s websites. Working closely with your colleagues, you will own the technical SEO workflow, support content requirements and ensure our websites are best in class. By deeply understanding our audience, you will maximize site coverage from early customer research through to purchase decisions.
You will be proactive, data‑curious, result‑driven and a confident presenter who can explain SEO concepts simply. A true collaborator, you will identify new SEO opportunities and present them to the team, constantly using data to evaluate strategy impact and seek ongoing enhancement.
Key Purpose
* Development and delivery of a sector‑leading SEO strategy across multiple websites.
* Full ownership of technical SEO performance, targeting ambitious visibility and commercial growth.
* Maximizing all SEO opportunities to achieve best‑in‑class results continually.
Main Tasks
* Conduct in‑depth technical audits to maintain on‑page best practice and oversee execution and impact review.
* Build keyword segments that map to evolving customer search journeys, ensuring relevant content at each conversion stage.
* Manage internal linking strategy and site navigation.
* Collaborate on content strategy to maximize SEO opportunities.
* Handle local search and GBP management.
* Report on SEO KPIs and business objectives.
* Develop internal and external relationships to aid delivery.
* Stay at the forefront of SEO, contributing to our AIO and LLM strategies.
Essential Criteria
* Strong hands‑on SEO experience for a business with multiple offerings.
* Proven stakeholder management skills, working closely with Product, PR, Content and Paid Marketing teams.
* Clear and confident communication skills.
* Experience building keyword research that matches user journey and intent.
* Experience working with external agencies.
* Keen eye for detail and a genuine appetite for problem solving.
Personality & Behavioural Qualities Needed
* You are ambitious for yourself and the business.
* You are creative and data‑led, finding new ways to innovate and solve problems.
* You maintain a positive "can do" attitude even under pressure.
* You bring boundless energy and the passion to drive the business forwards – a self‑motivated individual who can inspire.
* You are not afraid to challenge the status quo and believe continuous improvement is essential.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday, rising with length of service – plus bank holidays
* Access to our online rewards platform giving you cashback and discounts for multiple retailers
* Preferential service rates
* Colleague purchase scheme
* Share incentive scheme
* Pension
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
If your application is successful, we will need to complete employment checks prior to you starting with us. Your role will include verifying recent employment, credit history and a criminal record check.
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