Head of Search (SEO) Manchester

Job seeker sentiment portrays Tribal Tech (Tribal Digital) as a small Manchester-based agency with a warm, flexible culture and a client-focused, fast-paced environment, reflected in a 3.7/5 Glassdoor rating from about 19 reviews (65% would recommend), though burnout and pay concerns appear in older feedback. (glassdoor.com)

Financial health appears modest: Tribal Tech Limited is a micro entity with turnover under £1m, with last accounts filed in 2023/24 and next due in 2025, indicating a small but ongoing operation. (find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk)

Career development is cited as possible in job ads (clear progression paths and mentoring) and on the company site, but independent reviews note limited pay progression and turnover risk. (adzuna.co.uk)

CSR and formal sustainability initiatives are not prominently publicized; the firm promotes remote/hybrid recruitment across the UK (a sustainability-friendly practice in practice), but there is no explicit CSR program documented on public channels. (tribaltech.io)

Confidence in representativeness: the public feedback pool is relatively small and US/UK-centric, so experiences may vary and may not fully reflect all employees or regions. (glassdoor.com)

What will be your remit as Head of SEO?

You will own the SEO function end-to-end and shape how organic search drives revenue and brand visibility. Key responsibilities include:

• Defining and delivering the overall SEO strategy aligned with business goals.
• Leading technical SEO audits, site architecture improvements, and performance optimization.
• Managing keyword strategy, content optimization, and link-building initiatives.
• Managing and developing a team of SEO specialists, including mentoring and performance reviews.
• Collaborating with Paid Media, Content, Product, and Development teams to embed SEO best practices across the business.
• Analyzing performance data, reporting results to senior stakeholders, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Staying up to date with algorithm updates, emerging SEO trends, and tools.

What background and skills are required or preferred?

Ideal candidates will have:

• Proven experience in a senior SEO role, ideally within ecommerce, retail, or digital agency environments.
• Strong technical SEO knowledge, including site migrations, schema markup, and Core Web Vitals.
• Experience with content-led SEO and scaling organic acquisition.
• A commercially minded approach with a track record of linking SEO activity to revenue growth.
• Experience managing and developing teams, plus effective stakeholder management at all levels.
• Data-driven decision-making with advanced use of tools such as GA4, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Screaming Frog.

Where and when would you work? What is the 4-day week?

• Location: Manchester.
• Working pattern: 4-day working week with a full-time salary and no reduction in pay.
• The posting does not specify flexibility details (e.g., exact days off or hybrid/onsite expectations). Clarifications about schedule and remote/hybrid arrangements can be discussed during the interview process.

What is the application process and typical timeline?

The posting does not list exact steps or timelines. A typical path for a senior role like this often includes:

• Submitting a CV (and possibly a cover letter or portfolio).
• A phone or video screening with HR or a recruiter.
• One or more interviews with senior stakeholders and the SEO team.
• An assessment or case study related to SEO strategy or problem-solving.
• Reference checks and final offers. If you apply, you’ll likely be guided through the process and timeline by the recruiting team.

What compensation, benefits, and development opportunities are offered?

• Progressive 4-day working week with no loss of pay.
• Competitive salary plus a performance-related bonus.
• Ongoing training and a professional development budget.
• A collaborative, supportive culture with opportunities to make a real impact and lead a high-visibility function.