SEO Manager
An ideal position for a cool, calm and collected individual who thrives on being at the centre of a fast-moving and exciting business, who has experience working specifically within SEO. As an SEO Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of new and existing campaigns across an exciting array of clients and ensuring that they are delivered to the highest standard.
You will have a strong and clear understanding of SEO and how to apply it strategically and tactically to achieve results. You will have 2-4 years working specifically in SEO in another agency. You will be able to clearly demonstrate strong time and task management skills. Your communications skills will be excellent, both in a client-facing capacity and in written English. Experience of other marketing channels would be useful as would a high level of broader business understanding and acumen.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working in an SEO role at an SEO agency
- Demonstrable experience developing and executing SEO strategies for clients
- Strong understanding of:
- Technical SEO: how it is important and the major elements that affect site performance.
- On-page SEO and content including EEAT: Outside of the fundamentals such as how content ties into strategy and algorithm updates.
- Off-site SEO and the role the discipline plays in a campaign.
- How these all relate to one another and how to communicate about them to different audiences (stakeholders, marketing, SEO consultants, etc).
- Knowledge or experience of working with CMS systems.
- Creating and shaping effective SEO campaigns that exceed the expectations of the client
- Delivering technical audits, keyword research and on-page recommendations
- Be very comfortable and confident managing day-to-day client relationships through face-to-face meetings, frequent conference calls, and presentations
- Reviewing campaigns, analysing data and providing actionable reports
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
- Communicating to other team members and clients who aren’t technically focused
- An understanding of site analytics tools, such as Google Analytics/SEOGets/Search Console/SEMRush and similar.
- Strong organisational and presentation skills.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- The ability to give and receive feedback in a constructive, kind manner.
- A keen and interested disposition and attitude.
Benefits & Culture
- 28 days paid annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working model
- Central Brighton location
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting health and wellbeing
- Scottish Widows pension
- Personal Development Plan with biannual reviews and objective setting
- Annual pay review
- Office Closed between Christmas and New Year
- Eye test voucher
- Regular employee training sessions and team-building activities
- Referral Bonus for introducing new employees
- Regular company socials
- Christmas and Summer company parties
- Amazon voucher on your birthday
- Local artisan tea & coffee, weekly fruit delivery, cakes and treats
- Spacious modern offices with break-out areas to relax
- Organic promotions (we promote from within)
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of experience working in an SEO role at an SEO agency
- Experience developing and executing SEO strategies for clients
- Strong understanding of technical SEO and site performance factors
- Strong understanding of on-page SEO, content, EEAT, and algorithm updates
- Strong understanding of off-site SEO and campaign integration
- Ability to communicate SEO concepts to stakeholders, marketing teams, and consultants
- Knowledge or experience working with CMS systems
- Experience creating and managing effective SEO campaigns
- Experience delivering technical audits, keyword research, and on-page recommendations
- Experience managing day-to-day client relationships and presenting campaign results
- Experience reviewing campaigns, analyzing data, and providing actionable reports
- Strong time management, task management, organizational, and multitasking skills
- Excellent written, verbal, client-facing, and presentation communication skills
- Understanding of site analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or similar
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
- Experience with other marketing channels
- Broader business understanding and commercial acumen
What We Do
Bamboo Nine was established in 2014 because we believed that there was a gap in the market for a fully transparent, educational, and client-focused digital marketing agency. We knew we could do things better; we could be more transparent with the work we produce to build trust; we could utilise better technology and be more collaborative to build longer-lasting relationships with our clients. This approach became the essence of what Bamboo Nine stands for: Transparent, Educational and Collaborative. Who is Bamboo Nine: Bamboo Nine are a digital marketing agency that specialise in ecommerce sales, lead generation and brand building. We have pledged to create an inclusive and supportive culture in our organisation where everyone can thrive and are passionate about attracting diverse talent. Paid Media: We’ve built a brand name that’s synonymous with transparent paid search by offering unrivalled customer service and a fully committed digital marketing experience. With a ‘zero margin’ policy, our clients always know where 100% of their ad spend is allocated. SEO & Digital PR: Ethical SEO is more than just gaining links and creating content, it’s about building your business into a brand. We use the best practises of traditional PR and combine them with our knowledge and expertise in SEO to create campaigns that deliver success. Design & Development: Our Design and Development team specialise in everything from creating your company's brand and developing bespoke websites to technical SEO and optimisation. By improving the appearance and performance of your website, we can enhance the quality of your leads. Social Media: A tailored social media campaign helps you connect with your audience at every stage of the customer journey. By using best-in-class creative design, messaging and targeting techniques, we can help your business remain at the forefront of your audience's mind.
