Junior Lead Backend Software Engineer in Manchester

About THG Ingenuity THG Ingenuity is a fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, designed to power brands without limits. Our global end-to-end tech platform is comprised of three products: THG Commerce, THG Studios, THG Fulfilment. Each represents a single, unified solution, overcoming challenges and taking brands direct-to-consumer. Our client portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Coca-Cola, Nestle, Elemis, Homebase, and Proctor & Gamble. Team: Search & Social (Commerce Division), THG Ingenuity Introduction THG Ingenuity is a leading ecommerce and technology business, powering some of the world's most recognised brands. Our Search & Social team sits within the wider Commerce division, operating at the intersection of ecommerce, marketing, and commercial strategy. Alongside our Content and Paid Media teams, we connect brands with customers through world-class organic and paid search strategies. We're looking for an ambitious, detail-oriented graduate to join our team and help shape the future of search. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for SEO to build a career at the forefront of digital marketing, working on Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and AI-driven search within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Success in this role requires a deep curiosity for search engine algorithms, strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to build positive relationships with internal teams (like eCommerce, Paid Media, and project management) and external brand clients. The Role As an SEO & GEO Executive, you will support the planning, execution, optimisation, and reporting of organic search campaigns across multiple brands. You will work to grow organic visibility, traffic, and revenue, ensuring our clients dominate the search engine results pages (SERPs). You'll work in close partnership with our Paid Media team to ensure our organic and paid search strategies are fully aligned. Y