Remote Senior SEO Strategist | Data-Driven Growth

Placements24

Pretoria

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

12 days ago

Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible hours

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior SEO Specialist to drive visibility and organic growth in a fully remote role. You will design and execute advanced SEO strategies across content, technical SEO, and link-building initiatives.

You will analyze site performance with GA/GSC, stay ahead of algorithm updates, and partner with content creators and developers to embed SEO best practices across digital assets. This role offers flexible hours and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or related field.
5+ years of proven experience in SEO, with focus on technical SEO and content strategy.
Expertise in Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs or Moz.
Strong understanding of website architecture, crawlability and ranking factors.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Able to work autonomously and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies, including keyword research, content optimization, and link building.
Conduct technical SEO audits to identify and resolve website issues.
Analyze website traffic, user behavior, and search rankings using GA and GSC.
Stay current with search engine updates and best practices, adapting strategies accordingly.
Collaborate with content creators and web developers to embed SEO best practices.
Monitor competitor strategies and identify opportunities for advantage.