South Africa remote Remote (Country) Contract

Brafton is hiring a Remote SEO Strategist - South Africa

About the Role

The SEO Strategist will lead the development and implementation of SEO plans, conduct keyword research, analyze performance metrics, and collaborate with content teams to ensure alignment with search goals.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive SEO strategies tailored to client objectives
  • Conduct in-depth keyword research and competitive analysis
  • Audit websites for technical SEO issues and recommend improvements
  • Monitor and report on organic search performance using analytics tools
  • Collaborate with content creators to optimize on-page elements
  • Track rankings, traffic, and conversion metrics across campaigns
  • Identify opportunities for content expansion and topic clustering
  • Ensure SEO best practices are followed in site architecture and metadata
  • Manage internal linking strategies to enhance content discoverability
  • Stay current with search engine algorithm updates and industry trends
  • Work with developers to implement technical SEO recommendations
  • Optimize content for featured snippets and other SERP features
  • Support client reporting with clear, actionable insights
  • Coordinate with project managers to meet deadlines
  • Use SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, or similar for analysis
  • Assist in the development of local SEO strategies where applicable
  • Evaluate backlink profiles and suggest outreach opportunities
  • Maintain documentation of SEO processes and campaign progress
  • Provide recommendations for improving page speed and mobile usability
  • Align SEO initiatives with broader digital marketing goals

Nice to Have

  • Experience in an agency setting
  • Advanced proficiency with SEO testing and experimentation
  • Knowledge of international SEO principles
  • Experience with enterprise-level websites
  • Certifications in SEO or digital marketing
  • Familiarity with Python or scripting for SEO automation
  • Background in data visualization tools
  • Project leadership experience

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience

Work Arrangement

Remote

Team

Part of a digital marketing team focused on content and search performance

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to work remotely with a globally distributed team
  • Support for professional development and ongoing learning
  • Collaborative culture that values innovation and strategy
  • Exposure to diverse industries and complex SEO challenges

What We Offer

  • Flexible work hours within a remote setup
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Paid time off and public holiday coverage
  • Equipment allowance for home office setup

Not applicable

About company
Brafton
Brafton is a content marketing agency that specializes in creating digital marketing content and strategies.
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Job Details
Department SEO Consulting
Category other
Posted 2 months ago