Middlesbrough-based digital marketing agency Outrank has created 10 new jobs in the North East as part of a major expansion, strengthening its capabilities across SEO, web development, social media and AI-led technology.
The hires build on Outrank’s existing team of more than 60 employees and reflect a period of sustained growth for the business as it continues to expand its client base and service offering across the UK.
Alongside the new roles, the agency has also strengthened its leadership team with two senior board appointments to support its next phase of growth.
Joining as a non-executive advisor is David Crawford, former CEO of Branded3, one of the UK’s most respected search and digital agencies. He brings extensive experience in scaling search-led businesses and will provide strategic oversight across growth, positioning and operational development.
The agency has also appointed experienced M&A specialist Amit Aggarwal to its advisory board. With nearly three decades of experience across leading financial institutions including JPMorgan, Baugur Group and PwC, he will help shape the company’s long-term growth strategy.
Founder Stephen Robinson said: “We’ve always been ambitious about where we want to take the business, and this latest phase of growth reflects that. Creating new roles in the North East is something we’re particularly proud of, and bringing in the right people at board level is critical to supporting that growth in the right way.
“David’s experience in building and scaling a leading search agency adds an important dimension, particularly as we continue to strengthen our offering in SEO and performance marketing. Amit brings a huge amount of commercial experience and strategic insight, and his input is already helping us think bigger about the future of Outrank.”
Amit Aggarwal added: “Outrank has built a strong foundation, combining technical expertise with a clear focus on delivering results for clients. There’s a real energy and ambition within the business, and I’m looking forward to supporting the team as they scale and continue to evolve their offering.”
David Crawford said: “Outrank has a strong platform to build from, with clear strengths in search and a leadership team that understands where it wants to go. I’m looking forward to working with the business at a strategic level, helping to refine its positioning, strengthen its operational approach and support its continued growth in an increasingly competitive and fast-moving digital landscape.”
Outrank’s approach to recruitment focuses on identifying and developing talent rather than hiring solely to fill vacancies, enabling the agency to scale while maintaining a strong, collaborative culture.
That culture was recently recognised at a national level, with Outrank ranked among the UK’s Best Medium Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2026, having previously placed third in the small business category.
Operations Director Francesca Kosina added: “We’re proud to be creating opportunities in the region and attracting people who want to be part of something we’re building long-term.”
The latest round of hiring highlights Outrank’s continued investment in the North East, contributing to job creation and supporting the region’s growing reputation as a hub for digital and tech talent.
With new talent joining across multiple disciplines and strengthened leadership at board level, Outrank is well positioned to continue expanding its reach and supporting businesses across the UK with performance-driven digital marketing.
