Senior SEO Specialist

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior SEO Specialist to drive organic growth and visibility. You will develop and implement advanced SEO strategies, analyze performance, and identify opportunities for improvement to boost search engine rankings and traffic.

The role requires deep knowledge of search algorithms, keyword research, on-page and off-page optimization, and the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SEO with a proven track record.
• Knowledge of SEO tools: GA, GSC, SEMrush, Ahrefs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitor analysis.
• Optimize website content, technical SEO, and site architecture.
• Build high-quality backlinks through outreach and content promotion.
• Monitor SEO performance and provide regular reports with actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior SEO Specialist to enhance their online visibility and drive organic growth from their Randburg office. You will be responsible for developing and implementing advanced SEO strategies, analyzing website performance, and identifying opportunities for improvement. This role requires a deep understanding of search engine algorithms, keyword research, and on-page/off-page optimization techniques. If you are passionate about driving measurable results through organic search and thrive in a data-driven environment, this is an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and drive qualified traffic.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research, competitor analysis, and market trend analysis.
• Optimize website content, technical SEO elements, and site architecture for search engines.
• Build high-quality backlinks through strategic outreach and content promotion.
• Monitor SEO performance using analytics tools, providing regular reports and actionable insights to stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), with a proven track record of improving organic search performance.
• In-depth knowledge of SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
• Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and off-page SEO strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Flexible remote work options.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Collaborative and results-oriented team environment in Randburg.