SEO Lead position

Who are We?
At Target, we're getting back to what we're famous for - real quality, that's really affordable. We're making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don't cost the earth.
We're making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier. We're making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come. That's the Target Australians need right now. And that's the Target we're here to be.
With our instantly recognisable logo we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market and for almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families. It brings us loyal customers who love and trust us. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear. By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better.
As an iconic Australian retailer, we're immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are! There's never been a more exciting time to join our team.
Join our highly collaborative online team and work across one of Australia's leading retail brands!
That's who we are. That's Target.
What will you do?
Join our dynamic team as a SEO Lead and drive online visibility and traffic, optimising web content, implementing strategies, and staying ahead in the dynamic digital landscape.
The role serves as the pivotal interface with other business units, demanding exceptional relationship building skills. Success hinges on fostering strong connections, ensuring effective communication, and harmonising efforts across various departments for cohesive collaboration. Elevate your career in a role that combines creativity, strategy, and impact!
Other responsibilities will include:

• Development and implementation of Target's SEO strategy and roadmap
• Address key technical SEO issues (Page Speed, Page Experience Rating, Indexability & Crawlability)
• Optimisation of existing and new content (Product & Category)
• Implementing SEO analysis, reporting, and tracking requirements
• Championing the implementation of SEO fundamentals across all relevant key areas of Digital and the broader business

What are we looking for?
Demonstrable and developed expertise in:

• SEO strategy and roadmap planning
• Technical SEO fundamentals
• On-Page & Off-Page optimisation requirements
• Keyword Research & Analysis
• Content strategy & planning
• Content management systems
• Experience with SEO industry reporting & analysis tools such as: BrightEdge, SEMRush, Ahrefs, Keyword Research Tools, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Looker/Google Data Studio
• Understanding of search engine algorithms & rankings
• Expertise in coaching SEO principles

What will you get?
Target has some great benefits, including:

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group.
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
• Novated leasing options.
• Paid parental leave scheme.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office (including Work-From-Home days with a real work-life) balance.
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• A Supported Learning and Career Development program.
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates - this will include a police check. Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.
Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies. “We ar a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant”.
If you would like to explore a career with Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you - apply now!
We don’t just look for people based on their skills and experience, our people work together and champion the Target values and behaviours. We are a business where our values and people matter, and we need like-minded people to join us!
Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part.
Agencies will only be engaged if required. Please do not contact us or send applicants to us unless requested to by the Talent Acquisition Team.