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Virgin Media O2 • London

SEO Specialist - Cable

Employment type:  Full time

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top 3 scores:
85%

Autonomy

84%

Location

84%

Hours

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and data-driven SEO Specialist to join our industry-leading SEO team, supporting our cable consumer division.

The ideal candidate will have broad SEO experience, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality analysis and SEO strategies for large brands. You should be passionate about all aspects of SEO, including technical, on-page, and off-page, with a focus on driving results through comprehensive SEO efforts. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.

As an SEO Specialist, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment to implement effective SEO strategies that enhance our commercial performance at an enterprise level. Your role is to support the cable SEO and wider digital teams in delivering on-page SEO optimisation, conducting content audits, and leading the execution of new and existing SEO opportunities. Strong data analysis and reporting skills are essential, as you will be responsible for communicating results and insights to senior business leaders.

To be successful in this role, you must be a skilled analyst with a strategic mindset, capable of independently managing the delivery of key SEO initiatives. A strong understanding of SEO fundamentals, coupled with a data-centric approach to decision-making, is crucial.

This role operates in a remote-first environment, with occasional travel required to key business locations. Candidates based near London or Leeds are preferred.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

  • Good all-round working knowledge of on-page, technical and off-page SEO fundamentals.
  • Experience in an SEO focused role.
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field.
  • Good skills in keyword research, keyword clustering, and copywriting.
  • Strong data analysis skills and the ability to translate performance into a clear narrative for senior business leaders.
  • Experienced with core analytical tools; Google Search Console, Google Analytics and Looker Studio
  • Excellent writing, communication & presentation skills.
  • A creative flare with the ability to design clear slides.
  • Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
  • A passion for tech, digital, and connectivity.

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

  • Experience with keyword tracking tools such as SEO Monitor.
  • Good working knowledge of other SEO tools such as SEMrush, Screaming Frog, and Ahrefs.
  • Good data analytic skills using Excel and Looker Studio
  • Experience working within an enterprise brand.
  • Familiarity with UX principles and how they im

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a call with the recruiter followed by an interview with the hiring manager.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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Company benefits

Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at full pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 14 weeks at full pay
Adoption leave – 26 weeks at full pay
Shared parental leave
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Enhanced sick pay
Pregnancy loss leave
Teambuilding days
Open to part time work for some roles
Mental health platform access
Birthday off
Carer’s leave
Meditation space
Faith rooms
In office catering
Volunteer days
Employee discounts
Open to job sharing
Buy or sell annual leave
Cycle to work scheme
Life assurance
Financial coaching

We asked employees of Virgin Media O2 what it's like to work there, and this is what they told us.

Location
84%
Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
Hours
84%
Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
Benefits
77%
Employees are largely happy with the benefits their company offers
Work-life balance
79%
Employees feel that they can switch off quite easily from work
Role modelling
78%
Employees feel that most people work flexibly
Autonomy
85%
Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Working at Virgin Media O2

Company employees

16,000

Gender diversity (male:female)

63:37

Office locations

Flexible; Primary Locations Hammersmith & Reading

Hiring Countries

United Kingdom

Awards & Achievements

3rd – Large companies

3rd – Large companies

Flexa100 2024
Consumer Goods

Consumer Goods

Industry awards 2023
2nd – Large companies

2nd – Large companies

Flexa100 2023

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