Search Engine Optimization Manager

Technical SEO Manager | Manchester

We are hiring for a Technical SEO Manager to join an established digital agency in Manchester.

This is hands-on technical SEO role for someone who can combine strong technical expertise with confident client and account management. You will work across a portfolio of clients, developing and delivering technical SEO strategies that directly improve organic performance and commercial results.

The role will cover:

• Technical SEO audits, health checks and website migrations
• Crawlability, indexation and site architecture
• Core Web Vitals and site performance
• Schema and structured data
• JavaScript rendering and technical diagnostics
• International SEO
• Server log analysis and crawl data
• Technical SEO strategy and implementation
• Monitoring organic performance and identifying opportunities
• Presenting technical recommendations and performance insights to clients
• Working closely with account teams and other digital specialists
• Using automation, AI and emerging search technologies to improve SEO delivery
• Supporting AI Search and LLM visibility strategies

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong hands-on Technical SEO experience, ideally within an agency or consultancy
• Experience managing technical SEO across multiple client accounts
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with technical audits, migrations and complex websites
• Knowledge of tools such as Screaming Frog, Sitebulb, Ahrefs, Google Search Console, GA4 and Looker Studio
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Confidence translating complex technical issues into clear commercial recommendations
• An understanding of AI Search, LLMs and the changing search landscape

This could suit an established Technical SEO Manager or senior SEO specialist looking for greater strategic ownership and client exposure.