SEO Specialist (Maternity cover) Barcelona

Albelli maintains a Barcelona presence with active Barcelona-based roles and offices in a WeWork hub near Plaça de les Glòries Catalanes, signaling a modern urban work environment. (relocate.me)

Financial health appears solid post-merger under Storio Group, with revenues exceeding EUR 340M and more than 11 million customers, indicating strong scale and growth potential. (storiogroup.com)

CSR and sustainability are priorities across the group, with Storio’s CSR initiatives and albelli’s 2030 goals focusing on CO2 neutrality, sustainable sourcing, and 100% recycled packaging. (storiogroup.com)

Quantitative ratings are mixed or limited at the local level: Glassdoor shows around 3.6/5 with about 63% of employees recommending the group, while Spain-specific Albelli reviews on Trustpilot from 2016 highlight delivery and customer-service complaints, suggesting regional feedback may not be fully representative of current practices. (glassdoor.es)

What is the role and its duration?

This is an SEO Specialist role (maternity cover) at Storio Group / albelli, based in Barcelona. The position focuses on expanding the photo personalization business in the DACH and Nordics markets and will involve defining and executing the SEO strategy, content optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The posting notes that it is a maternity cover, so the role is temporary; the exact duration will be confirmed during the recruitment process and aligned with the leave period.

What will I be responsible for day-to-day?

• Define and execute the SEO strategy and roadmap for the DACH and Nordics regions.
• Take ownership of content optimization projects from idea generation through performance tracking.
• Conduct keyword research and prepare detailed content briefs for content teams.
• Collaborate with external agencies on Digital PR and other content initiatives.
• Support technical SEO efforts by running site crawls, identifying bugs, and spotting new opportunities.
• Monitor performance, perform deep analyses, and share actionable recommendations with senior stakeholders.
• Influence cross-functional teams to ensure SEO is a priority in product and content development.

What are the required and preferred qualifications?

• 3–5 years of hands-on SEO experience.
• Proven track record managing content projects with multiple cross-channel stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with, and influence, diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of Technical SEO and comfort with running website crawls.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights.
• Proficiency with key SEO tools: Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, and SEMRush.
• Proficiency in English and either German, Swedish, or Norwegian.

Where is the role located and what language requirements are expected?

• Location: Barcelona (the job posting specifies this location).
• Language: Proficiency in English plus one of the following languages is required or strongly preferred: German, Swedish, or Norwegian.
• The posting does not specify remote/hybrid options; details about work setup will be clarified during the interview process.

How do I apply, and what can I expect from the hiring process?

• The job posting outlines the role and requirements but does not provide a detailed application process. Typically, you would submit your CV (and possibly a cover letter) through the company’s careers portal. If shortlisted, you can expect interviews with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, and tech) and may be asked to discuss relevant SEO projects and tool experience. Specific timelines and steps will be shared by the recruitment team after you apply.