Senior SEO Specialist

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, a leading digital innovation firm, is seeking a Senior SEO Specialist to drive organic growth in a fully remote role. You will develop advanced SEO strategies, oversee technical SEO, and collaborate with content, development, and marketing teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of SEO experience, proficiency with Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, and Ahrefs, and a proven track record in improving rankings. Remote-first culture, flexible hours, and strong autonomy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of SEO experience with a proven track record of growing organic traffic and rankings.
• Strong understanding of technical, on-page and off-page SEO strategies.
• Proficient with SEO tools such as GA, GSC, SEMrush and Ahrefs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and drive traffic.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research, competitor analysis and site audits.
• Oversee technical SEO initiatives including site speed, mobile-friendliness, structured data and crawlability.

Skills

5+ years SEO experience

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/CS

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital innovation firm, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior SEO Specialist to spearhead their search engine optimization efforts. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility for talented individuals to contribute to our client's success from anywhere. You will be at the forefront of driving organic traffic growth, improving website rankings, and enhancing the overall online visibility of our client's digital assets. This role demands a deep understanding of search engine algorithms, content strategy, and technical SEO. As a remote-first organization, our client fosters a collaborative and results-oriented culture, relying on clear communication and self-discipline. If you are a data-driven SEO expert with a passion for achieving top search engine rankings and are looking for a remote opportunity that offers significant impact and autonomy, this is the perfect fit for you. Your strategic insights will be crucial in maintaining and growing our client's market presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage advanced SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and drive qualified traffic.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research, competitor analysis, and site audits to identify optimization opportunities.
• Oversee technical SEO initiatives, including site speed optimization, mobile-friendliness, structured data implementation, and crawlability.
• Develop and execute content strategies that align with SEO best practices and target audience needs.
• Monitor and analyze website performance using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, and SEMrush, providing actionable insights and regular reports.
• Build and maintain high-quality backlinks through ethical outreach and digital PR strategies.
• Collaborate with content creators, web developers, and marketing teams to ensure SEO is integrated into all digital activities.
• Stay current with search engine algorithm updates and industry best practices, adapting strategies accordingly.
• Mentor junior SEO team members and provide guidance on best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in SEO, with a proven track record of successfully growing organic traffic and search rankings.
• Expertise in technical SEO, on-page optimization, and off-page SEO strategies.
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or similar.
• Strong understanding of search engine algorithms and ranking factors.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, crucial for remote collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment is highly desirable.
• Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and able to manage workload effectively independently.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary for a remote role.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge digital innovation company.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Access to professional development resources, conferences, and training.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Contribution to impactful projects with significant industry influence.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.