E-commerce SEO Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Remote collaboration environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce SEO Specialist to drive organic traffic and improve search rankings for our online store clients. You will develop and implement SEO strategies, perform keyword research, site audits, and content optimization to boost visibility and conversions.

This fully remote role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with GA, GSC, SEMrush or Ahrefs, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights for a remote team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an SEO Specialist with a focus on e-commerce websites.
• In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
• Strong understanding of technical SEO, content optimization, and link building strategies.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights for a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough keyword research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for organic growth.
• Develop and execute on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.
• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to enhance website crawlability and indexability.
• Optimize product descriptions, category pages, and blog content for relevant keywords and user intent.
• Monitor SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console, providing regular reports and insights.

Skills

Keyword research

On-page SEO

Off-page SEO

Technical SEO

Analytics

SEO tools

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and analytical E-commerce SEO Specialist to drive organic traffic and improve search engine rankings for their online store. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive SEO strategies, conducting keyword research, performing site audits, and optimizing website content to enhance visibility and conversions. This fully remote role is crucial for increasing organic sales and ensuring our client's products are discoverable by potential customers actively searching online. You will work closely with content and marketing teams to implement SEO best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough keyword research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for organic growth.


• Develop and execute on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.


• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to enhance website crawlability and indexability.


• Optimize product descriptions, category pages, and blog content for relevant keywords and user intent.


• Monitor SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console, providing regular reports and insights.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an SEO Specialist with a focus on e-commerce websites.


• In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices.


• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.


• Strong understanding of technical SEO, content optimization, and link building strategies.


• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights for a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and the flexibility of a fully remote position.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.


• Budget for professional development and industry conferences.


• A collaborative and results-oriented remote work environment in Upington.