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SEO Manager

Job in Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, SY7, England, UK
Listing for: Xplor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    SEO, Digital Marketing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Develop and lead a global SEO strategy that delivers sustainable long‑term growth built on high‑intent opportunities, local market understanding, and scalable impact.

Shape the future of organic search by turning insights, testing, and experimentation into measurable performance gains. Work collaboratively across teams while maintaining the autonomy to define and drive your own roadmap.

Manage and mentor an SEO Executive, providing direction, guidance, and development while fostering a culture of learning and accountability.

Operate effectively within a global matrixed organization, building strong relationships with regional teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Partner with engineering to strengthen site architecture, crawlability, and performance, ensuring we stay technically ahead as search algorithms evolve.

Collaborate with content, product marketing, and brand teams to create data‑driven authoritative content that ranks effectively and converts.

Explore and test new discovery channels including You Tube, ChatGPT, and AI‑driven search to future‑proof visibility and reach.

Continuously test, learn, and refine—from landing page optimization and structured data to new tactics that enhance discoverability and engagement.

Demonstrate and communicate the value of SEO across the organization, translating performance data into insights that influence strategy and decision‑making.

Champion SEO best practices across the business, building awareness, influencing decisions, and ensuring search remains a core driver of growth and innovation.

Qualifications
  • 7 to 10 years of hands‑on SEO experience within complex or global organizations, ideally in SaaS technology or multi‑market environments.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing strategies that deliver measurable organic growth and meaningful business outcomes.
  • Strong technical SEO knowledge, with experience improving site architecture, crawlability, indexation, and performance.
  • Skilled in keyword strategy, content optimization, and analytics, with the ability to connect SEO activity directly to commercial impact.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, and grow SEO talent, fostering high performance, curiosity, and continuous learning within the team.
  • Experience working within a global matrixed structure, balancing central strategy with local market needs.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to clearly demonstrate the value of SEO and advocate for its importance across technical and non‑technical teams.
  • Data‑driven mindset with a strong testing orientation and comfort working across multiple analytics and SEO tools.
  • Naturally curious and adaptable, staying ahead of evolving search trends, AI‑driven discovery, and emerging technologies.
  • Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across teams and regions.
Values and Life at Xplor

Our four core values guide us from how we hire and recognise our team members to how we interact with our customers day to day:

Make life simple | Build for people | Move with purpose | Create lasting communities

Benefits
  • 12 weeks gender‑neutral paid parental leave for primary and secondary carer
  • #Give Back Days /Commitment to social impact – 3 extra days off to volunteer and give back to your local community
  • Unlimited access to Linked In Learning plus regular career and growth conversations with your leader as part of Xplor GPS
  • Ongoing dedication to Diversity & Inclusion initiatives such as D&I Council Global Mentorship Program
  • Access to free mental health support
  • Flexible working arrangements
How to Apply

To start your application, please submit your resume and we will be in touch as soon as we can. Include the word moonshot at the top of your message to the Hiring Manager so that we know you took the time to read our job ad. Your contact is Sophia Little, Talent Lead.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Application Information

We understand that diverse candidates have diverse needs. We welcome you to inform us of any additional needs related to completing your job application or participating in the interview process.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. We do not sponsor visas at the time of hire or later.

We ask that you apply through our careers portal or external job boards only. Please do not send your application via email.

To learn more about us and our products, please visit our website or consult our Candidate FAQs for more information about our recruitment process.

Employment Details

Remote Work: Yes

Employment Type: Full‑time

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK

Key Skills

Link building, SEO Tools, Keyword Research, Google Analytics, CSS, Content Management Systems, Conversion Optimization, HTML5, Google Search Console, SEO, Wordpress, Analytics

Department /

Functional Area

Marketing

Experience

7 to 10 years

Vacancy

1

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