Search Engine Optimization Manager

Swansea, UK (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableSenior LevelFull time

Posted 11 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive the SEO strategy across on-page, off-page and technical disciplines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable organic growth.

  • Define and execute the SEO roadmap across content and technical workstreams
  • Lead keyword research, content planning, and optimization aligned with business goals
  • Monitor performance and share actionable insights with stakeholders

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own and execute the SEO strategy across on-page, off-page, and technical SEO
  • Conduct regular site audits and manage technical improvements in collaboration with our developers
  • Lead keyword research and content planning to align with demand and business priorities
  • Develop and execute the company’s SEO strategy, including creating high-quality, keyword-optimised content from scratch
  • Optimise existing content and guide the creation of new content for improved organic visibility
  • Monitor SEO performance using tools like GA4, GSC, SEMrush/Ahrefs and make data-driven recommendations
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, particularly around AI SEO and SGE, and adapt our strategy accordingly
  • Track rankings, traffic, and conversion metrics — reporting progress and opportunities to key stakeholders
  • Build and manage relationships with relevant partners for link-building and digital PR opportunities
  • Collaborate with design, UX and commercial teams to improve site structure, speed, and mobile experience

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a dedicated SEO role, ideally in a fast-paced B2C or eCommerce environment
  • Strong understanding of technical SEO, including site structure, indexing, crawlability and schema
  • Confident using GA4, Google Search Console, and industry-standard SEO tools
  • Deep knowledge of keyword strategy, SERP trends, and content optimisation
  • Familiarity with the impact of AI-generated search results and Google SGE — and how to respond to it
  • Analytical and commercially minded — able to balance search performance with business goals
  • Experience collaborating with content creators, developers and designers
  • Experience in the travel or leisure sector is a bonus, but not essential

Preferred

  • Experience in travel or leisure sector is a bonus (as described in skills and experience)

Benefits

  • Hybrid working and a supportive, collaborative culture
  • Pension Scheme and Private Medical Insurance to support your financial and physical wellbeing following a successful probationary period
  • Holiday discounts and travel perks
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Cruise Nation

Cruise Nation is an independently owned cruise specialist. We are not owned by a tour operator or cruise line so you can always be assured you’re getting impartial advice on any cruise you book with us.

Founded in 2009
Swansea, Wales, GBR
29 employees (3 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
139.7K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$133
Traffic Source Mix
Search
46.5%
Direct
23.9%
Referral
6.9%
Social
1.4%
Paid
0.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~29

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (7% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2