Join 21 Degrees as an SEO Specialist and Take Your Career to the Next Level!

Are you an SEO expert who lives and breathes search engine optimisation? Do you love crafting strategies that drive results? If you’re the kind of person who checks Search Engine Land for updates, dives deep into algorithm changes, and thrives in a fast-paced agency environment, we want to hear from you!

SEO Manager
Leeds (Office based 4/5 days per week)

Full time, permanent
£35,000 - £45,000 per annum (DoE)

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

21 Degrees is a full-service digital marketing agency, specialising in web development, SEO, PPC, PR, graphic design, and videography. We’re one of Leeds’ best marketing agencies, and we’re aiming even higher! As a startup, we provide an exciting, fast-paced environment where you can grow, learn, and make a real impact. We work hard, hold each other accountable, and take pride in delivering outstanding results for our clients.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced SEO professional to take ownership of our SEO offering. You’ll play a crucial role in shaping strategy, managing client projects, and delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute innovative SEO strategies for clients
Liaise with freelancers to deliver high-quality SEO work
Own and drive organic performance for clients
Build business cases and forecasts to support SEO initiatives
Conduct website audits, backlink analysis, and keyword research
Present strategies, roadmaps, and reports to clients
Stay ahead of industry trends and algorithm updates
Collaborate with developers to ensure SEO recommendations are implemented
Lead strategic discussions about how SEO can solve business challenges
Share SEO insights and case studies within the company

Why Join us?

One day per week remote working
28 days holiday (increasing with service)
Core hours of 10 am – 4 pm with flexible working
Additional flexibility for parents
Free parking
Free freshly ground coffee & tea
Regular team building & staff nights out
Wellbeing partnership with We Are Wellbeing
10% learning & innovation time allocated per team
Casual dress code
Sick pay
Pension
Summer Fridays (early finish during summer months)

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a strategic, data-driven SEO specialist who excels at analysing data, optimising websites, and creating impactful strategies. About you:

Agency experience with a strong understanding of SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush)
Deep knowledge of SEO best practices and Google algorithms
Experience in website audits, backlink analysis, and site migrations
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects
Collaborative, positive, and results-driven

Desirable:

Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, etc.
Experience with WordPress & Elementor
Google Analytics IQ certification
SEO-friendly information architecture experience

Even if you don’t tick every box, if you’re eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include SEO Manager, SEO Strategist, Digital Marketing Specialist (SEO), Technical SEO Manager, SEO Consultant, Organic Search Specialist, SEO Analyst, On-Page SEO Specialist, Off-Page SEO Specialist, Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Specialist.