SEO Specialist - Fully Remote

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Fully remote

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented SEO Specialist to join a fully remote marketing team. You will drive organic growth by implementing and managing SEO strategies, conducting keyword research, and optimizing on-page, off-page, and technical SEO.

You will analyze performance, collaborate with content and development teams, and stay updated on SEO trends to improve rankings and user experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, CS, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of SEO experience.
• Experience with analytics and SEO tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
• Implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.
• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to enhance website performance and crawlability.
• Monitor website traffic and keyword rankings using SEO tools (Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs).
• Develop and execute link-building strategies to improve domain authority.
• Collaborate with content creators and web developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated.
• Stay current with the latest SEO trends and algorithm updates.
• Prepare regular SEO performance reports with actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, CS, or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

HTML/CSS/JS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical SEO Specialist to join their fully remote marketing team. This position is perfect for someone passionate about search engine optimization and driving organic growth. You will be responsible for implementing and managing SEO strategies to improve website rankings, increase organic traffic, and enhance user experience. This role requires a strong understanding of search engine algorithms, keyword research, technical SEO, and content optimization. As a remote team member, you'll need excellent self-management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a dispersed team using digital communication tools. Your expertise will directly contribute to our client's online visibility and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive keyword research and analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
• Implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings.
• Perform technical SEO audits and implement recommendations to enhance website performance and crawlability.
• Monitor website traffic and keyword rankings using SEO tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs).
• Develop and execute link-building strategies to improve domain authority.
• Analyze competitor SEO strategies and identify areas for competitive advantage.
• Collaborate with content creators and web developers to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into all aspects of the website.
• Stay current with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and industry best practices.
• Prepare regular SEO performance reports and provide actionable insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
• Proven experience with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or similar.
• Strong understanding of on-page, off-page, and technical SEO principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for continuous learning in the SEO space.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Collaborative virtual work environment.
• Chance to work on diverse websites and SEO projects.