Job Description

Are you ready to lead the charge in a game-changing digital transformation? We're on the hunt for a

trailblazing SEO Specialist

to further drive our R&D tax consultancy's organic visibility to the next level. This is not your typical SEO gig.

Join a fast-growing team of R&D tax credit experts who help some of the UK's most innovative businesses unlock R&D tax relief to fuel their future. At Alexander Clifford, you'll take full ownership of our entire SEO strategy, combining analytical precision, creative content optimisation, and technical mastery to solidify our position as the undisputed leader in the R&D tax space online.

Your Mission: Make Us Unmissable Online

As our go-to SEO specialist, you'll own the full SEO ecosystem: on-page, off-page, and technical, with the freedom to experiment, the tools to execute, and a supportive team that's serious about innovation, all with a clear focus on driving qualified traffic and delivering real, measurable conversions.

What You'll Be Doing

On-Page SEO

Conduct advanced

keyword research

to identify high-intent, high-conversion opportunities. Optimise every layer of our site:

metadata, headers, image alt tags, URL structures, and internal linking,

all laser-focused on both UX and search intent. Work alongside our copywriter to craft

conversion-optimised, SEO-rich content

across blogs, landing pages, and case studies that not only rank but convert. Drive

content architecture

and site hierarchy improvements to maximise crawl efficiency and page authority.

Off-Page SEO

Build and execute a

white-hat backlink strategy

that strengthens our domain authority and accelerates organic growth. Proactively source and secure

high-authority guest post opportunities and

digital PR wins. Monitor brand mentions and ensure

positive sentiment and visibility

across all digital channels. Align our

social media and SEO strategies

to create synergy that drives referral traffic and brand engagement.

Technical SEO

Run regular

SEO health checks

and technical audits, identifying and resolving crawl issues, site speed bottlenecks, mobile usability flaws, and broken links and everything in between. Improve

Core Web Vitals

, page load times, mobile-first performance, and overall site speed with precision. Implement structured data markup/schema for enhanced visibility and rich results. Master

robots.txt, canonicalisation, hreflang

, and sitemap optimisation to ensure seamless search engine access. Leverage HTML, CSS, and JavaScript expertise to resolve

rendering issues and indexation gaps

.

Strategy, Measurement & Growth

Design and execute a

data-driven SEO strategy

that aligns with our business goals and evolves with Google's algorithm changes. Harness tools like

Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs

, Screaming Frog and more to

track, test, and optimise

. Deliver in-depth reporting, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders, translating complex data into clear growth actions. Stay at the bleeding edge of SEO best practices,

algorithm updates

, AI search integration, and competitive trends.
Plus more, as our SEO lead, you'll take full ownership of everything SEO-related, from high-level strategy to hands-on execution.

What You Bring to the Table

Proven track record of

delivering measurable SEO results

in competitive niches. Strong technical understanding of

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

and how they impact SEO performance. Well-versed in LLM-driven SEO, you understand how large language AI models are changing search behaviour and content strategy, and you know how to adapt and take full advantage of these shifts. Proficiency in top SEO tools:

GA4, GSC, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog

etc. Solid experience with

WordPress

and content optimisation workflows. An always-learning mindset, you stay on top of evolving SEO best practices, algorithm changes, and emerging tools to keep your approach ahead of the game Deep knowledge of

link-building, E-E-A-T, and modern ranking factors

. Strong analytical and reporting skills, you know what's working and how to scale it. Excellent communication and collaboration, comfortable owning projects end-to-end and working with content and development teams. A proactive, test-and-learn mindset with the

hustle to make things happen

.

Why Join Us?

Own the SEO roadmap

and make a tangible impact from day one. Shape the online presence of a high-growth consultancy at the intersection of tech, finance, and innovation. Collaborate with a forward-thinking team that values autonomy, experimentation, and excellence. Access industry-leading tools, ongoing professional development, and real career progression. Enjoy a

competitive salary

, performance bonuses, and a hybrid work environment tailored to your success.

Ready to Drive Real Results?

This isn't just an SEO job, it's your chance to become a digital architect for explosive growth in one of the UK's most exciting, untapped digital niches. At Alexander Clifford, we work with some of the most technologically advanced, innovation-led companies on the planet, from AI disruptors and software visionaries to groundbreaking engineers and green tech pioneers. These are the businesses shaping the future, and we help fuel their growth by unlocking millions in R&D funding. It's fast, it's dynamic, and it's massively under-leveraged online.

If you're ready to take full ownership of organic search and turn bold ideas into measurable impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and let's make innovation more discoverable.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 26,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus Quarterly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/08/2025
Reference ID: SEO Specialist
Expected start date: 18/08/2025