Job Description

Position Title

Junior SEO Specialist

Organisational Context

Founded 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 Melbourne and London.

We are experts in how SEO works, and the journey of StudioHawk has been documented on the BBC World News, Forbes, SmartCompany and dozens of other publications.

The UK office was founded by Anthony Barone, based in Shoreditch, London. We have over 80 clients in multiple industries and multiple platforms, based in the UK, EU, USA.

There's a reason why we have scooped awards at the UK Search Awards and Global Search Awards in 2024. It's in our proven track record.

StudioHawk clients reach their SEO goals. How? 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.

When we aren't doing SEO, we are contributing to the community through initiatives like Dreamland, Agency Social Club, Brighton SEO, Search n Stuff Meetups, which we help organise for agencies and SEO's.

We have also created a training platform called the Hawk Academy, aiming to educate people about SEO and bring more people into the industry. You can also find some of the whitepapers we build to help guide initiatives, as well as regularly speaking at some of the biggest SEO conferences around the world.

Mission

We lead our industry by striving to be the difference by educating, building and evolving passionate people.

We want StudioHawk's basic to be someone else's great.

We aim to deliver the best SEO, simply.

Our Values

Create 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 Position

The Junior SEO Specialist is primarily responsible for managing client SEO campaigns, conducting comprehensive SEO audits, implementing on-page and off-page strategies, and supporting the delivery of exceptional SEO results that create WOW moments for our clients.

You have a keen interest in SEO and are passionate about helping clients improve their online visibility through search engine optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

Role Specific Requirements

Area of Responsibility

Activities (performance measured against activities during reviews)

SEO Campaign Management

Set up, manage and optimise SEO campaigns for a diverse client portfolio Identify SEO opportunities and develop strategic recommendations Monitor campaign performance and make data-driven optimisation decisions Prepare performance analysis reports and recommendations for ongoing optimisation Assist the Managing Director with ad hoc duties as required

Technical SEO & Analysis

Conduct comprehensive SEO site audits Perform detailed keyword research to identify opportunities Implement strong on-page optimisation strategies Execute off-site optimisation strategies and conduct link analysis Manage landing page optimisation and install conversion tracking codes Keep up-to-date with the latest search engine developments and algorithm changes

Content & Strategy

Conduct content auditing and provide blog ideation Support content creation aligned with SEO best practices Develop SEO-focused content strategies for clients Create monthly reporting and comprehensive data analysis Learn, trial and test new SEO-related opportunities Support team education on SEO strategies to keep clients informed

Client & Team Support

Work collaboratively with Senior SEO specialists and Account Management teams Provide exceptional client service aligned with StudioHawk values Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous learning initiatives Support the delivery of white hat SEO techniques that maintain campaign integrity

Organisational Specific Requirements

Organisational participation

Attend team meetings & trainings Contribute to the implementation of StudioHawk's strategic plan

Professional development

Strive for continuous improvement by remaining up to date with current SEO trends and practices Attend in-house training, external webinars and courses where available

OH&S

Exercise a duty of care to work safely, taking reasonable care to protect your own health and safety and that of your fellow workers

Commitment to Studiohawk Culture

Staff are expected to participate in the processes and practices that uphold the StudioHawk culture and embody our values of creating WOW, having each other's backs, maintaining humble accountability, and pursuing continuous growth and learning. Maintaining high standards, working hard, and being professional.

Performance Measurements

An annual work plan will be developed in line with the Position Description and StudioHawk's Annual Business Plan to measure performance.

Qualifications and Licences

A-Level or equivalent qualification required.

A degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, or related field is preferred but not essential with the right attitude and aptitude.

Key Selection Criteria

Content & Communication Excellence

This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in content creation and strategic communication who's excited to apply these skills in the SEO world:

Strong command of the English language with proven writing, editing, or copywriting experience. Journalism degree, content marketing background, or copywriting experience highly preferred Understanding of how to create compelling content for digital audiences, with interest in the full content lifecycle from ideation to publication to optimization Passionate about crafting content that both engages readers and performs well in search engines - understanding that great SEO content starts with great writing Keen editing skills with ability to refine content for clarity and engagement Background, interest, or experience in content marketing with an understanding of how content drives business objectives Interested in persuasive writing and how different copy styles work across various digital touchpoints Ability to research topics thoroughly and adapt writing style for different industries, audiences, and content formats

Organisational

Open, honest communicator who loves getting the best out of others and embodies our "We've Got Each Other's Backs" value Passionate about SEO and creating WOW moments for clients Community-minded with a focus on helping others succeed High attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills A go-getter who is results-driven and embraces continuous growth and learning Creative thinker who can think outside the box when developing SEO strategies Someone that enjoys meeting new people and building strong client relationships Enthusiastic team player who takes accountability and maintains humility Fascinated by the world of SEO and search engine marketing

Role Specific

Keen willingness to learn, trial and test new SEO-related opportunities Highly capable of following briefs and taking direction from Senior SEO team members Willingness to take direction and advice from a wide range of people within the team Be willing to continuously grow within the role and develop expertise in SEO specialisations Uses analytical thinking to solve complex SEO challenges with confidence and optimism An energetic and enthusiastic go-getter who is results-driven and client-focused Is willing to ask questions when needed and seek help when required Ability to work on multiple client projects with different objectives simultaneously Strong understanding of search engines and how they work (training will be provided) Proficiency with computers and eagerness to learn SEO tools and platforms High attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills Basic understanding of websites, HTML, and digital marketing principles preferred but not essential

Employment Conditions

Full-Time Compliance with Studiohawk Code of Conduct and policies and procedures Terms and conditions of employment are outlined in employment contracts
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

What interests you about this role and StudioHawk? This is an in-office role based in Shoreditch, London- Write YES if you understand this What is a marketing or advertising campaign that stands out to you? (We have ChatGPT as well)
Work Location: In person