Ai-Driven Seo Strategist For B2B Brands (Remote)

Blacksmith Agency Llc; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Shape organic search strategy

Professional development resources

Remote-first culture

Work from anywhere within South Africa

Job summary

Blacksmith Agency Llc seeks a highly skilled Remote SEO Strategist to craft and execute advanced organic growth strategies from anywhere in South Africa. You will drive visibility with in-depth analysis, audits, and on-page/off-page tactics across multiple web properties.

The role requires proven SEO leadership, strong analytics, and expertise with GA, GSC, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and Moz. Remote collaboration is essential for success in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an SEO Strategist or similar role with a strong portfolio of campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz.
• Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and off-page strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies including keyword research and content optimization.
• Conduct thorough website audits and Recommend solutions for identified issues.
• Analyze website traffic and search performance using GA and Search Console.
• Execute on-page optimization: meta tags, content structure, internal linking.
• Develop and manage off-page SEO with high-quality backlinks.
• Monitor rankings and provide regular performance reports.
• Stay updated with SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with content creators and developers to apply SEO across digital assets.

Skills

SEO strategy

Analytics

Content optimization

Technical SEO

Link building

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/CS or related

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Moz

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote SEO Strategist to join their dedicated, fully remote marketing department. This crucial role will involve developing and implementing advanced search engine optimization strategies to significantly enhance organic search visibility and drive qualified traffic to our digital properties. You will be the architect of our organic growth, conducting in-depth analysis, identifying opportunities, and executing on-page and off-page SEO tactics. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa, without needing to be based in Welkom, Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies, including keyword research, content optimization, technical SEO, and link building.
• Conduct thorough website audits to identify SEO issues and recommend solutions.
• Analyze website traffic and search engine performance using tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
• Implement on-page optimization techniques, including meta tag optimization, content structuring, and internal linking.
• Develop and manage off-page SEO strategies, focusing on acquiring high-quality backlinks.
• Monitor search engine rankings and provide regular performance reports with actionable insights.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with content creators and web developers to ensure SEO best practices are implemented across all digital assets.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an SEO Strategist, SEO Specialist, or similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful SEO campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, or similar.
• Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and off-page strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for clear remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled work flexibility.
• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape and lead organic search strategy for a growing company.
• Access to professional development resources and continuous learning.
• Be part of a collaborative, remote-first culture.
• Work from any location within South Africa.