Remote SEO Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

SEO certifications & professional dev.

Access to leading SEO tools

Supportive virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a highly skilled Remote SEO Specialist to join our marketing team. You will design and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to boost organic traffic and search rankings across multiple sites, working from a home office.

Ideal candidates have a proven track record with on-page and off-page optimization, strong analytics skills, and the ability to collaborate with content teams. This fully remote role offers flexible schedule and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an SEO Specialist with a track record of successful campaigns.
• Deep understanding of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
• Experience with both on-page and off-page SEO techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective SEO strategies to improve online visibility and drive organic traffic.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitor analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
• Implement on-page SEO: meta tags, content optimization, internal linking.
• Develop and execute off-page SEO: link building and brand mentions.
• Monitor performance with Google Analytics and Search Console and report findings.
• Collaborate with content creators and developers to embed SEO best practices.

Skills

Proven SEO experience

Keyword research

On-page optimization

Off-page optimization

Analytics proficiency

Remote work capable

Communication skills

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Remote SEO Specialist to join their marketing team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective search engine optimization strategies to improve our client's online visibility and drive organic traffic to their websites. This role requires a deep understanding of search engine algorithms, keyword research, and on-page/off-page optimization techniques. You will work independently, leveraging your expertise to enhance search rankings and contribute directly to the company's digital growth from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitor analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
• Implement on-page SEO strategies, including optimizing meta tags, content, and internal linking.
• Develop and execute off-page SEO strategies, focusing on link building and brand mentions.
• Monitor website performance using tools like Google Analytics and Search Console, identifying areas for improvement.
• Stay current with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices to ensure strategies remain effective.
• Collaborate with content creators and web developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into website design and content.
• Generate regular reports on SEO performance, providing insights and recommendations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an SEO Specialist with a track record of successful SEO campaigns.
• Strong understanding of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
• Experience with both on-page and off-page SEO techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in SEO.
• Access to leading SEO tools and resources.
• A supportive virtual team environment focused on collaboration and results.