SEO Strategist

Placements24

Stellenbosch

Hybrid

ZAR 240,000 - 360,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an analytical SEO Strategist to join our remote-first team. You will develop and implement cutting-edge SEO strategies, conduct in-depth keyword research, and monitor site performance to drive qualified traffic.

Collaborate with content creators and developers, stay ahead of algorithm changes, and deliver measurable results for our growing online presence in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 3 years in SEO strategy and implementation.
Proven track record of improving organic search rankings and traffic.
Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.
Strong understanding of technical SEO, content optimization, and link-building strategies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies, including on-page, off-page, and technical SEO initiatives.
Conduct thorough keyword research and analysis to identify opportunities and inform content strategy.
Perform website audits to identify technical SEO issues and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
Monitor and analyze website traffic, rankings, and other SEO metrics using tools like Google Analytics and SEMrush.
Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
Collaborate with content creators and developers to implement SEO recommendations effectively.

Skills

SEO strategy

Keyword research

Technical SEO

Analytics tools

Link building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Marketing/CS/related)

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

Our client is seeking an analytical and forward-thinking SEO Strategist to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role is crucial for enhancing organic search visibility and driving qualified traffic to our client's digital properties. You will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge SEO strategies, conducting in-depth keyword research, analyzing website performance, and staying ahead of search engine algorithm changes. This is an exceptional opportunity for an SEO expert to leverage their skills in a remote-first environment, driving measurable results for a growing online presence.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies, including on-page, off-page, and technical SEO initiatives.
Conduct thorough keyword research and analysis to identify opportunities and inform content strategy.
Perform website audits to identify technical SEO issues and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
Monitor and analyze website traffic, rankings, and other SEO metrics using tools like Google Analytics and SEMrush.
Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and best practices.
Collaborate with content creators and developers to implement SEO recommendations effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in SEO strategy and implementation.
Proven track record of improving organic search rankings and traffic.
Proficiency with SEO tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.
Strong understanding of technical SEO, content optimization, and link-building strategies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex strategies clearly.

Benefits