SEO Specialist

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Role Overview

Tastytrade is hiring a entry-level SEO Specialist. This is a full-time role in Chicago. Part of Tastytrade's Seo hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Department: Marketing

Reports To: Organic Growth Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000-$95,000

About the Role:

As a SEO Specialist, you will play a key role in optimizing and maintaining our IG North America websites while driving organic growth through search engine optimization (SEO) and generative search optimization (GEO). Working alongside our Web & CRO Lead and the broader growth team, you'll implement website updates, conduct keyword and performance analysis, and execute strategic initiatives that improve organic visibility across both traditional and AI-driven search. This is a great opportunity for someone to build foundational expertise in website management and organic growth as part of a collaborative, data-driven organic growth team.

What You'll Do:

Manage day-to-day operations for IG North America websites, including content updates and organic performance monitoring
Support the development and execution of a comprehensive SEO and GEO strategy to improve organic visibility, search rankings, and presence in AI-generated search results
Partner with the Web & CRO Lead to ensure SEO and GEO initiatives align with broader website optimization and conversion goals
Conduct keyword research and ensure effective, natural keyword integration across web pages and content
Conduct technical SEO audits covering crawlability, indexability, XML sitemap hygiene, canonical tags, and redirect management, partnering with developers to resolve issues
Monitor Core Web Vitals and site performance metrics, flagging issues that may impact organic search visibility and user experience
Support backlink profile monitoring and competitor gap analysis to identify link-building and outreach opportunities
Implement and maintain structured data (schema markup) and international SEO elements, such as hreflang tags, to strengthen search and AI visibility across regions
Audit and optimize existing content to improve organic performance, engagement, and alignment with SEO and GEO best practices
Help establish content guidelines for web writing, including tone, structure, length, and SEO/GEO best practices
Structure and organize content strategically to support crawlability, topical authority, and citation by generative search engines
Manage digital asset libraries, ensuring all content is SEO-optimized, ADA-compliant, and properly organized
Assist with website troubleshooting and coordinate with technical teams to resolve issues quickly

Who You Are:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, IT, data analytics, computer science, web development, or related field
1-3 years of experience in website management, SEO, or digital marketing
Proficiency with content management systems (Contentstack preferred), HTML, CSS, tag management, and basic web technologies
Familiarity with keyword research tools, SEO performance metrics, and an interest in GEO/AI search trends
Exposure to technical SEO concepts (crawling, indexing, site architecture) and tools like Google Search Console a plus
Understanding of responsive design principles and good user experience
Strong analytical skills with experience using Google Analytics and other web analytics platforms
Ability to translate SEO and GEO insights into actionable content and website recommendations
Experience with website accessibility standards and regulatory compliance a plus
Detail-oriented with excellent project management and communication skills
Self-motivated learner who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Ability to listen, understand, assess, and assist with any customer issues, asking questions as needed and giving detailed directions in response
Familiarity with Figma and Jira helpful

Why This Role Matters:

Most of the company’s revenue comes from a small core of high-value, experienced traders, and the strongest channels for reaching them are the ones we own and earn, not the ones we buy. That makes this role the lever. Get the message right, ship it fast, keep it compliant, and the whole engine works better. This is where brand stops being decoration and becomes the thing that compounds.

Company Perks + Benefits: 

Performance Bonuses
Stock Purchase Options
Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits 
401k Plan
20 Paid Vacation Days (plus an additional paid vacation day the month of your birthday!)
10 Paid Sick Days
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Pet Insurance
Wellness & Mental Health Programs
Charitable Donation Matching
Two Paid Volunteer Days Off
Daily catered lunch when in the office
Full kitchen with snacks and beverages
In-building gym
Shuttle to/from Metra

Discretionary Performance Bonus: 5-10% of base salary based on individual and company performance.

About IGNA + tasty
IG North America is home to tastytrade, tastylive, and tastyfx—a family of brands built to democratize trading and empower individual investors. Founded in Chicago by the creators of thinkorswim, acquired by London-based IG Group in 2021, we combine startup innovation with the backing of a FTSE 100 fintech operating across five continents serving over 1.3m customers and handling billions of dollars in transactions – built on scale, trust, and proof.

From our headquarters in Chicago's Fulton Market, our team builds award-winning trading platforms, produces live financial education content daily, and creates technology that makes complex markets accessible. tastytrade is our retail brokerage for self-directed investing and trading, with tastylive providing content to educate our customers. tastyfx is the fastest-growing forex broker in the US.

We're a lean, collaborative team that values autonomy, pragmatism, and impact. Whether you're building technology, creating content, serving customers, or supporting operations, you'll work alongside people who are passionate about disrupting traditional finance and genuinely care about helping traders succeed. Our culture rewards initiative, embraces experimentation, and measures success by the value we create for our users. The bar is high – bring a curious and forward-thinking mindset and we'll give you the platform to define what comes next. Join us at IG|tasty – the future gets built here.

Location: Our office is in the West Loop - Chicago's growing center of tech, great cuisine, and high-end bars.
tastytrade | tastylive | tastyfx
1330 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607

*Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they have every single qualification. Our team is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

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How do I apply for the SEO Specialist position at Tastytrade?

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Where is the SEO Specialist position at Tastytrade located?

This position is based in Chicago. Tastytrade has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a SEO Specialist at Tastytrade earn?

Tastytrade has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the SEO Specialist role at Tastytrade posted?

This role was posted on July 22, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the SEO Specialist role at Tastytrade entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Tastytrade has listed.

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