Remote SEO Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Remote team environment

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is actively recruiting a skilled SEO Specialist for a fully remote position within South Africa. You will enhance organic visibility, drive targeted traffic, and improve rankings through in-depth analysis, strategic planning, and implementation.

The role requires 3+ years of SEO experience, strong analytics skills, and proficiency with major SEO tools. Remote work setup and a focus on measurable results are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in SEO, with a strong understanding of both technical and content SEO.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, or similar.
• Solid understanding of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Experience with website analytics tools and the ability to interpret data effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Certifications in Google Analytics or SEO are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify high-value opportunities.
• Develop and execute on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.
• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to optimize website performance and crawlability.
• Monitor website traffic and SEO performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs).
• Create and manage link-building campaigns to acquire high-quality backlinks.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with content creators to ensure all content is optimized for search engines.
• Analyze competitor SEO strategies and identify areas for competitive advantage.
• Report on SEO performance to stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Optimize website content and structure for improved user experience and search engine visibility.

Skills

SEO strategy

Technical SEO

Content SEO

Analytics

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or related

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Moz

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is actively recruiting a skilled and dedicated SEO Specialist for a fully remote position. As a remote-first company, we provide the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. This role is essential for enhancing our organic search visibility, driving targeted traffic to our website, and improving search engine rankings. You will be responsible for conducting in-depth SEO analysis, developing and implementing effective strategies, and staying ahead of search engine algorithm changes. We are seeking an analytical and proactive individual with a passion for all things SEO and a proven ability to deliver measurable results in a virtual setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify high-value opportunities.
• Develop and execute on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.
• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to optimize website performance and crawlability.
• Monitor website traffic and SEO performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs).
• Create and manage link-building campaigns to acquire high-quality backlinks.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
• Collaborate with content creators to ensure all content is optimized for search engines.
• Analyze competitor SEO strategies and identify areas for competitive advantage.
• Report on SEO performance to stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Optimize website content and structure for improved user experience and search engine visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in SEO, with a strong understanding of both technical and content SEO.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, or similar.
• Solid understanding of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Experience with website analytics tools and the ability to interpret data effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Certifications in Google Analytics or SEO are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Fully remote position offering exceptional flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to significantly impact organic search performance.
• Continuous learning and professional development in the SEO field.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.
• Work with cutting-edge SEO tools and techniques.