Job Title
SEO Executive
Job Description
SEO Executive
Join our dynamic Content team to elevate our online presence! You'll drive organic traffic and boost search rankings, playing a key role in our digital and commercial success. Your expertise will help us reach new heights
So, who are we?
Hello, we’re IG Group. No, not Instagram – though we're a pretty big deal ourselves. We’re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world of online trading and investing. The best part? We’ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms, forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.
We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000 people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products they know and love.
Did we mention we have offices in 18 countries? Yes, when you join IG Group, you'll have the chance to work across multiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let’s innovate together!
Your role in the Team
As an SEO Executive, you will be tasked with optimizing our website to enhance its visibility in search engine results. This role involves a combination of creative and technical skills, aimed at increasing web traffic and elevating our brand's online presence with the ultimate KPI of delivering commercial returns.
What you’ll do
Key Responsibilities:
- SEO Strategy Implementation: Execute and refine SEO strategies for content, keywords, backlinks, etc., aligning with business objectives.
- SEO content delivery management: Owning the end-to-end delivery of SEO contents, in partnership with internal and external stakeholder
- Content Optimization: Collaborate with content creators to ensure SEO-friendly content, incorporating relevant keywords and meta tags.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough research on industry trends, competitor strategies, and market opportunities.
- Performance Monitoring: Use tools like Google Analytics to monitor and report on the website's traffic, rankings, and other SEO aspects.
- Technical SEO: Collaborate with the web development team to ensure SEO best practices are followed on the technical front.
- Keyword Research: Conduct extensive keyword research to identify opportunities for organic growth.
Who we’re looking for?
You’re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You’re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.
We don’t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let’s raise the bar together.
What you’ll need for this role
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency with SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush, Moz, Ahrefs).
• Strong understanding of Google Analytics and Google Webmaster Tools.
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS and website administration.
• High-quality reporting, copywriting, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with WordPress or other content management systems.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English and German, Italian as a plus
Preferred Skills:
• Certification in Google Analytics or other SEO-related fields.
• Experience with web development or web design.
• Experience in trading/finance industry
Personal Attributes:
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Creativity and strategic thinking.
How you’ll grow
When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job – we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we’ll support you all the way.
And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world’s best trading experience. We’d love to have you along for the ride
The perks
It really is more than a job. We’ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life – at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorships, volunteering opportunities, extra time off… the list goes on.
- Flexible working hours and work-from–home opportunities
- Performance-related bonuses
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Two volunteering days per year
- One day of birthday leave per year
- Contribution to gym memberships and more.
Where you’ll work
We follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it’s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection.
Plus, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.
Ask our employees what their favorite thing is about working at IG, and you’ll hear an echo of
‘our culture’! That’s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you – like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity – can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.
That’s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.
So, if you’re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do. Apply now!
Number of openings
Multiple
