Head Of Seo

Pearl Lemon Group; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital marketing agency is seeking a Head of SEO to lead their SEO division across multiple brands. This fully remote role requires 5+ years of SEO experience and strong leadership skills, with an emphasis on analytical performance and growth. The candidate will oversee SEO strategies, manage a global team, and report directly to the executive team, offering an opportunity for rapid career growth and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Performance bonuses

Fantastic work culture

Opportunities for continuous learning

Qualifications

• 5+ years in SEO, with proven leadership experience.
• Deep understanding of SEO tools and strategies.
• Strong analytical mindset with a track record of growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale SEO strategies across brands and clients.
• Oversee technical, on-page, off-page, and content strategies.
• Manage a global team of SEO specialists and content creators.

Skills

SEO leadership

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Experience with SEO tools

Tools

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Screaming Frog

GA4

GSC

Job description

Head of SEO — Pearl Lemon GroupFully Remote | Full-Time | Leadership Role

Pearl Lemon Group is seeking a strategic, hands‑on Head of SEO to lead our SEO division across multiple brands and global clients.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and scale SEO strategies for Pearl Lemon's own properties and clients.
• Oversee technical SEO, on‑page, off‑page, and content strategies.
• Manage a global team of SEO specialists, content creators, and outreach experts.
• Conduct SEO audits, competitive analysis, and keyword research.
• Report KPIs, insights, and growth metrics directly to the executive team.
• Stay ahead of search trends, algorithm changes, and emerging tools.
• Collaborate with design, dev, and content teams for seamless execution.

Why Pearl Lemon?

Work with a global remote team of + professionals across time zones. Lead projects that impact companies worldwide—no two days are the same. Transparent culture where your results speak louder than office politics. Autonomy, continuous learning, and rapid career growth are the norm. Recognition, performance bonuses, and collaboration at every level.

Ideal Profile: What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in SEO with proven leadership in an agency or high‑growth environment.
• Deep understanding of SEO tools: SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, GA4, GSC, etc.
• Experience managing SEO for multiple clients or websites simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with a track record of measurable growth.
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills.
• Bonus: Experience with international SEO and link‑building at scale.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity within a company with a solid track record of performance.
• Fantastic work culture.
• Attractive Salary & Benefits.