SEO Analyst

Placements24

Polokwane

Hybrid

ZAR 300,000 - 540,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

SEO tools access

Collaborative team in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous SEO Analyst to join our client in Polokwane. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to drive organic growth through data-driven strategies, keyword research, and technical SEO improvements.

You will analyze traffic and rankings, perform audits, monitor user behavior with SEO tools, and work with content creators and developers to implement on-page and off-page tactics.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
2–4 years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and link-building strategies.
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
Effective communication skills to present findings and recommendations.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify opportunities for content optimization and growth.
Perform technical SEO audits to identify and resolve issues related to site speed, crawlability, and indexability.
Monitor website rankings, traffic, and user behavior using SEO tools and analytics platforms.
Develop and implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine visibility.
Analyze competitor SEO strategies and identify areas for competitive advantage.
Collaborate with content creators and developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into all website activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

SEO knowledge

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and analytical SEO Analyst to join their growing team in Polokwane . This hybrid role will be responsible for optimizing website performance and search engine rankings through data-driven strategies. You will conduct in-depth keyword research, analyze website traffic, and implement technical SEO improvements to drive organic growth. This is a critical position for someone passionate about search engine optimization and its impact on business success, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility within a supportive structure.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify opportunities for content optimization and growth.
Perform technical SEO audits to identify and resolve issues related to site speed, crawlability, and indexability.
Monitor website rankings, traffic, and user behavior using SEO tools and analytics platforms.
Develop and implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine visibility.
Analyze competitor SEO strategies and identify areas for competitive advantage.
Collaborate with content creators and developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into all website activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
2-4 years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, or Ahrefs.
Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and link-building strategies.
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
Effective communication skills to present findings and recommendations.

Benefits