Web Performance and Optimisation Specialist

Job Posting End Date: February 11

Who are we?

We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.

The role

What will you be doing?

12 Web Performance and Optimisation Specialist
Hybrid – 3 days a week in Dorking office
Unum is a leading provider of employee benefits, and we’re growing fast. To support that growth, we’re expanding our marketing capabilities and sharpening our focus on segmentation, personalisation, and customer experience.
If you’re passionate about using insight to develop and deliver highly targeted, personalised marketing activity that achieves real results, you’ll thrive in our fast moving, performance-led environment. We’re looking for people who are curious, adaptable and bring positive energy to their work. If you’re excited by ambitious goals, open to learning quickly and enjoy collaborating with a team that moves at pace, you’ll fit right in.

What will you bring?

We are looking for a Web Performance and Optimisation Specialist to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our digital marketing and web optimisation activities on unum.co.uk. This is a hands-on role focused on execution, requiring strong technical skills and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Implement SEO best practices to improve search visibility and organic performance. 
•    Assist with Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) initiatives to enhance user engagement and conversions. 
•    Maintain and update website content to ensure alignment with marketing objectives and brand standards. 
•    Assist the Senior Digital Marketing Manager and digital marketing agency with the definition and implementation of a revised information architecture for unum.co.uk to provide an optimal user experience while delivering against business objectives.
•    Support day-to-day updates and maintenance of unum.co.uk to ensure accuracy and consistency. 
•    Monitor website performance and conduct research activities to identify improvement opportunities. 
•    Follow best practices and implement recommended enhancements to improve user journeys. 
•    Support backlog and sprint planning in line with marketing objectives while ensuring adherence to WCAG AA accessibility standards.

Skills & Experience:
•    Strong technical skills with a focus on execution and attention to detail. 
•    Experience in website content management and implementing SEO best practices. 
•    Exposure or experience with headless CMS platforms (e.g., Kontent.AI) is advantageous.
If you’re ready to make an impact, grow quickly and be part of something genuinely transformative, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note internally this role is named Website Performance Specialist.

The successful Web Performance and Optimisation Specialist can expect: 
•    Generous Bonus 
•    Healthcare Cash plan Level 1 Funded
•    DC pension scheme 
•    Life, medical and income Insurance 
•    Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support and medical 2nd opinion 
•    27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell holiday up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays) 
•    Salary sacrifice electric car scheme with on site charging facilities.  
•    Free Shuttle Bus from Dorking Train Station

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Why join us?

At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.

We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

Company:

Unum UK