Get senior-level SEO leadership and hands-on execution without the cost of a full-time hire. I embed with your team and drive organic growth — on your terms.
A Fractional SEO Consultant operates like a senior in-house hire — but on a part-time or project basis. You get the strategic thinking, the hands-on execution, and the accountability of a dedicated SEO lead, without paying a full-time salary or locking into a long-term agency retainer.
It's the model that smart, growing businesses are increasingly choosing when they need senior expertise but not a permanent headcount addition.
Think of me as your Head of SEO — available for the time you actually need, fully invested in your results, and always just a message away.
"Most businesses need a seasoned SEO strategist, not an entry-level hire following a generic playbook. The fractional model closes that gap — senior expertise, real ownership, at a fraction of the cost."
— Timothy Backes, Fractional SEO ConsultantManaging your account between 5 others
Fully focused on your organic growth
A fractional engagement covers strategy and execution across every pillar of modern SEO — no cherry-picking, no upsells.
A clear, prioritised roadmap built around your business goals — not a generic template. Updated regularly as results and the landscape evolve.
Full technical audits, crawl health monitoring, Core Web Vitals, site architecture, schema, and developer briefing to keep your site search-ready.
Keyword research, topical authority mapping, content briefs, and editorial strategy that earns rankings and builds genuine audience.
Optimising for AI Overviews (AIO), Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO), and emerging AI-driven SERP features — future-proofing your visibility.
Strategic link acquisition through digital PR, outreach, and content-driven programmes that build real authority — not PBN shortcuts.
Clear, jargon-free reporting on what matters: organic traffic, rankings, conversions, and the business impact of SEO activity.
Simple, transparent, and designed around your needs. Here's what working with me looks like from first conversation to ongoing partnership.
We talk through your business, your current SEO position, your goals, and what success looks like. No hard sell — just an honest conversation about whether this is a good fit.
I conduct a technical audit and competitive landscape review to understand exactly where you stand and identify the highest-value opportunities.
You receive a clear, prioritised roadmap — what to fix, what to build, and why — with effort and impact estimates so you can make informed decisions.
We work through the roadmap together — I execute, collaborate with your team, and report on progress. Engagements are reviewed regularly and adjusted as results and priorities shift.
Every engagement is tailored — the structure below gives you a sense of how most clients work with me.
A comprehensive one-off review of your technical SEO, content, and competitive position. Includes a prioritised action plan. Ideal for a starting point or second opinion.
EnquireA structured monthly engagement covering strategy, execution, reporting, and stakeholder support. Typically 1–3 days per week depending on your needs and budget.
Let's TalkNeed help with a specific initiative — a site migration, a market expansion, a content pivot? I can engage on a defined-scope project basis.
EnquireAll engagements start with a free discovery call. No commitment required.