SEO & AI Search Specialist - London

Organisational ContextFounded by Harry Sanders in 2015, StudioHawk is a specialised agency dedicated to search engine optimisation. Our SEO services are responsive, ethical, authentic and delivered by a genuinely passionate and diverse team of SEO specialists in London, Melbourne, Sydney and Atlanta.The UK office was founded by Anthony Barone, based in Shoreditch, London. We have over 65 clients in multiple industries and multiple platforms, based in the UK, EU, and USA.There's a reason why we have scooped awards at the UK Search Awards and Global Search Awards since opening up shop here in the UK - It's in our proven track record.StudioHawk clients reach their SEO goals. We use white-hat SEO techniques to make sure sites succeed and aren't at risk from Google penalties. Over 400 campaigns and never a single penalisation or manual action due to our work.There are no generalists here; we are just a damn good SEO & AI Search agency.MissionWe lead our industry by striving to be the difference by educating, building and evolving passionate people.We want StudioHawk's basics to be someone else's great.We aim to deliver the best SEO, simply.Our ValuesCreate WOW: We are passionate about SEO. Creating WOW in our SEO campaigns is what makes us exceptional.We've Got Each Other's Backs: A strong culture of collaboration is crucial to our success.Confident Yet Humble: We know our actions speak louder than words. Ego is the enemy.Continuous Growth & Learning: We want StudioHawk's basics to be another agency's great.Primary Purpose of the PositionThe SEO & AI Search Specialist is primarily responsible for managing a portfolio of client SEO campaigns, delivering strong technical, on-page, and content work, and contributing fresh thinking that helps our clients grow their organic visibility. You'll work closely with the SEO Team Leader and senior team members, with a clear path to progression as you develop your expertise.You've got a minimum of three years delivering SEO inside a fast-moving environment and can walk into a client account with zero hand-holding. You follow industry developments in your own time. You use AI tools to do better work, not just faster work. You're not here to coast; you're here to grow and better yourself.SEO Campaign ManagementManage and optimise SEO campaigns and sprints across a diverse client portfolioIdentify opportunities and develop strategic, data-backed recommendationsMonitor campaign performance and make proactive optimisation decisionsPrepare performance reports with clear analysis and next stepsSupport the SEO Team Leader with ad hoc campaign requirementsContribute directly to live client campaigns from week one, executing technical, on-page, and content work under the SEO Team Leader's direction.Technical SEO & AnalysisConduct comprehensive technical SEO audits and prioritise findingsPerform detailed keyword research to identify high-value opportunitiesImplement strong on-page optimisation strategies across client sitesExecute off-site strategies and conduct link profile analysisKeep up to date with algorithm changes and search engine developmentsLeverage AI tools to improve the quality and efficiency of your analysis and execution of SEO tasksContent & StrategyDevelop SEO-focused content strategies for clientsConduct content audits and provide content ideation and brief supportContribute fresh perspectives on how clients can differentiate in searchCreate monthly reporting and comprehensive data analysisTrial and test new SEO-related opportunities and share learnings with the teamClient & Team SupportWork collaboratively with senior team members and account managersProvide exceptional client service aligned with StudioHawk valuesContribute to team knowledge sharing and bring new ideas to the tableSupport the delivery of white hat SEO techniques that protect campaign integrityCommitment to StudioHawk CultureAttend team meetings and trainings and StudioHawk eventsContribute to the implementation of StudioHawk's strategic planParticipate in the processes and practices that uphold the StudioHawk cultureProfessional developmentStay current with SEO trends, algorithm updates, and AI developmentsAttend in-house training, external webinars, and courses where availableShare learnings and contribute to the team's collective knowledgePerformance MeasurementsAn annual work plan will be developed in line with the Position Description and StudioHawk's Annual Business Plan to measure performance.Qualifications and ExperienceMinimum of 3 years of hands-on SEO experience required.Agency background preferred: you need to have delivered SEO across multiple client accounts under sprint/reporting cadence, not just in-house on a single site.Perks Of Joining The Hawk’s Nest22 days of leave + 8 bank holidaysBirthday day offFortnightly payFlexible working (Monday and Friday at home)2 x Work from Anywhere weeks (subject to probation)End of Year/New Year - Work from Anywhere (Approx. Mid December to Mid January)Apple LaptopCompany Events (Dreamland, Brighton SEO, Search n Stuff etc)Company PensionHealth & Wellbeing Cash PlanDiscount programmePrize Wheel Spins for Birthdays and AnniversariesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLeave policies such as Sick, Grievance, Bereavement, Maternity/PaternityTraining - Either paid for training or access to industry events - (subject to probation/performance) & lots more!Salary£37,500LocationShoreditch, London