About HC Media Group
HC Media Group is a forward-thinking digital marketing agency helping brands grow their online presence through data-led strategy and creative execution. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries, delivering measurable results that matter. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a talented Search Specialist to join our growing team.
The Role
This is primarily a client-facing SEO-focused role with a PPC element. You'll be the go-to expert for organic search strategy across our client base, owning everything from technical audits and on-page optimisation to content strategy. You'll also support and manage paid search campaigns, ensuring our clients get maximum visibility across both channels.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who lives and breathes SEO, stays ahead of algorithm changes, and can translate data into clear, actionable strategies.
What You'll Be Doing
- Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies across a portfolio of client accounts, including conducting monthly client meetings
- Conduct in-depth technical SEO audits and work with developers to implement fixes
- Perform keyword research, gap analysis, and content planning to drive organic growth
- On-page optimisation and working with the web development team to optimise new sites before they go live.
- Lead on-page and off-page optimisation, including metadata, internal linking, and structured data
- Monitor, report on, and analyse organic performance using tools such as Google Search Console, Semrush, and GA4
- Keep up to date with Google algorithm updates and industry best practices, advising clients proactively
- Collaborate with our content team to produce SEO-driven content briefs and strategies
- Plan, manage, and optimise Google Ads and Bing Ads campaigns
- Conduct audience targeting and paid keyword research to complement the organic strategy
- Write compelling ad copy and on-page content for seo campaigns.
- Monitor budgets, bids, and performance metrics to maximise ROI
- Produce clear, insightful reports across both organic and paid search channels for clients
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of hands-on SEO experience, ideally within a digital agency environment
- Strong knowledge of technical SEO, on-page best practices, and link building
- Proficiency with tools such as Semrush, GA4, and Google Search Console
- Experience managing Google Ads campaigns (Google Ads certification is a plus)
- An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear recommendations
- Experience with WordPress
- Excellent communication skills - comfortable presenting strategies and results to clients
- Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
- A genuine passion for search marketing and staying ahead of industry trends
Location: Remote with ability to travel to Colchester once a month
Position: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you happy with remote working?
- Are you able to travel to Colchester, Essex, once a month?
Experience:
- SEO & PPC: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Remote
