SEO Executive | Cult Beauty Manchester

THG’s Manchester Reviews reflect a mixed picture: strengths cited by some employees include strong on-site facilities, an energetic office culture, and rapid development opportunities with exposure to senior leaders and local events, while criticisms focus on leadership quality, high attrition, heavy workloads, limited career progression, long commutes, and a hard return-to-office mandate. Quantitative data show a Manchester Glassdoor rating around 2.7/5 based on roughly 1,100 reviews, indicating an overall below-average experience for many staff. Additional negative themes include immature HR processes, tight performance pressures, and limited salary progression, echoed by broader coverage of restructuring and job cuts in 2024–2025. Confidence in representativeness is moderate: these reviews capture experiences from current/former Manchester staff and appear influenced by recent cost-cutting and organizational changes, so they may not fully reflect all teams or future conditions. (glassdoor.com)

What does the role involve?

You’ll own on-page and off-page SEO initiatives, including keyword research, technical audits, and performance reporting. Collaborate with content, product, and engineering teams to optimize Cult Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC product pages, category hubs, and site structure. You’ll help drive the channel shift to online and contribute to THG Beauty’s growth.

What skills and experience are essential?

Strong background in ecommerce SEO, with hands-on experience using tools like SEMrush, Google Analytics, and Search Console. Experience with CMS platforms, technical SEO fixes, and translating data into actionable plans. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills are a must.

What makes Cult Beauty and THG Beauty special?

You’ll join a global beauty ecommerce group behind iconic brands and thriving marketplaces, with opportunities to influence every step of the customer journey. The role sits at the intersection of retail, brand ownership, and product development, offering a unique, fast-paced environment. Expect a culture that values experimentation and data-driven decision making.

What growth and impact can you expect?

You’ll lead SEO initiatives that improve rankings, increase organic traffic, and drive revenue across Cult Beauty and THG’s ecosystem. There are clear paths to broaden your influence, from content strategy to technical performance and international expansion. You’ll work with a talented, ambitious team that rewards initiative and thoughtful experimentation.