SEO Specialist (Talent pool)

Lago; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Innovative culture

Job summary

Lago is seeking an SEO Specialist to develop and execute search strategies that improve organic visibility, drive qualified traffic, and support business growth. This role covers the full spectrum—technical, on-page, and off-page SEO—and requires collaboration with content, development, and marketing teams.

You will work across US time zones as an independent contractor, with a track record of improving rankings using tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, or Screaming Frog.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of hands-on SEO experience with proven ranking improvements.
• Proficiency with Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, or Screaming Frog.
• Strong technical SEO knowledge: site architecture, crawl budget, schema markup.
• Experience with Google Search Console and Google Analytics.
• Excellent written English and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple SEO projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies across technical, on-page, and off-page dimensions.
• Conduct keyword research to identify high-value opportunities and inform content strategy.
• Perform technical SEO audits and work with development teams to resolve crawlability, site speed, and structured data issues.
• Optimize website content, metadata, internal linking, and page architecture.
• Develop and execute link-building strategies to improve domain authority.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on organic search performance using SEO tools.
• Collaborate with content teams to create SEO-optimized briefs aligned with search intent.
• Track algorithm updates and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Conduct competitive SEO analysis to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Provide regular SEO performance reports and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

SEO strategy

Keyword research

Technical SEO

Content collaboration

Tools

Ahrefs

SEMrush

Moz

Screaming Frog

Job description

Job: SEO Specialist
Remote: LATAM
Salary: USD $ based on experience
Industry: Marketing, E-commerce, SaaS

Join the HireLago Vetted Talent Network

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HireLago is a curated talent marketplace that connects exceptional professionals with fast-growing companies across the U.S. and internationally. We don't just collect resumes, we carefully vet candidates to ensure they are ready to stand out when opportunities arise.

By applying to this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Complete an interview with our recruiting team.
• Become part of our exclusive vetted talent community.
• Be considered for current and future opportunities that match your skills and experience.
• Gain visibility with our hiring partners, who actively search our marketplace for qualified professionals.

Our partners hire across a wide range of functions, including Operations, Customer Success, Marketing, Sales, Finance, HR, IT, Engineering, E-commerce, Executive Support, and more.

Whether you’re actively looking for a new role or simply want to be ready when the right opportunity comes along, joining the HireLago talent network is a great way to get noticed.

Why SEO Specialists Love Working With Our Partners

You will not be stuck doing generic keyword lists that go nowhere. You will drive real organic growth, own real technical audits, and get recognized when rankings and traffic actually move. If you thrive on digging into data, solving technical puzzles, and watching a strategy pay off in the SERPs, this is the kind of role where your work is seen and valued.

Role Scope & Purpose

The SEO Specialist is responsible for developing and executing search engine optimization strategies that improve organic search visibility, drive qualified traffic, and support business growth objectives. This role covers the full spectrum of SEO, technical, on-page, and off-page, and requires a combination of analytical rigor, content understanding, and technical aptitude. The SEO Specialist works closely with content, development, and marketing teams to ensure SEO best practices are embedded across all relevant activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies across technical, on-page, and off-page dimensions.
• Conduct keyword research to identify high-value opportunities and inform content strategy.
• Perform technical SEO audits and work with development teams to resolve issues such as crawlability, site speed, structured data, and Core Web Vitals.
• Optimize website content, metadata, internal linking structures, and page architecture.
• Develop and execute link-building strategies to improve domain authority.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on organic search performance using tools like Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, or Moz.
• Collaborate with content teams to develop SEO-optimized content briefs and ensure content aligns with search intent.
• Track algorithm updates and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Conduct competitive SEO analysis to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Provide regular SEO performance reports and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of hands-on SEO experience, with a track record of improving organic rankings and traffic.
• Proficiency in SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, or Screaming Frog.
• Strong understanding of technical SEO principles including site architecture, crawl budget, and schema markup.
• Experience with Google Search Console and Google Analytics.
• Solid keyword research and content strategy skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple SEO projects simultaneously.
• Strong written communication skills for reporting and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Reliable internet connection and a quiet, professional environment for team calls.
• Availability to work US time zones.
• Comfortable working as an independent contractor.

Nice to Have

• Experience with local SEO or multi-location SEO strategies.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as they relate to SEO.
• Experience in e-commerce SEO, including product pages, category optimization, and structured data for products.
• Knowledge of content management systems such as WordPress or Shopify.
• Experience with link-building outreach at scale.
• Google Analytics 4 (GA4) certification or equivalent.

Ready to Get Noticed?

• Remote Work: Work from anywhere-our team is global, and we value work-life balance.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key player i you'll have the chance to shape your role and grow with us.
• Innovative Culture: Join a team that is passionate about leveraging data to solve challenges and drive success in a rapidly evolving market.

As part of our recruitment process, all candidates will be kindly asked to agree to Lago's Confidentiality and Non-Circumvention Agreement. This ensures a respectful and professional experience for everyone involved.