SEO Specialist

This is a remote position.

Job Title: Part-Time SEO Specialist
Company: Redemption Digital
Location: Remote (New Zealand & Australia Focus)
Experience: 3+ Years of SEO-Specific Experience
Employment Type: Part-Time (20 Hours Per Week) with Potential for Growth

Job Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced SEO Specialist to join our team on a part-time basis (20 hours per week), with the potential to transition into a full-time role. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of on-page, off-page, and technical SEO and is comfortable implementing SEO strategies across WordPress and Shopify platforms. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on optimization work and is highly proficient in English (UK English preferred).

You will be responsible for implementing SEO strategies, improving website performance, and assisting in the creation of content briefs based on keyword and competitor research. Over time, you will also take on the responsibility of conducting SEO audits for new clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. On-Page SEO Implementation

• Upload and optimize content while ensuring a user-first approach.
  

• Maintain proper heading structures, internal linking, and metadata optimization.
  

• Implement best practices for on-page SEO across WordPress and Shopify websites.
  

2. Keyword Research & Content Briefs

• Conduct in-depth keyword research for specific locations in New Zealand and Australia.
  

• Provide keyword recommendations aligned with business objectives.
  

• Create detailed content briefs based on keyword and competitor research for the copywriter.
  

3. Technical SEO & Site Performance Optimization

• Optimize site speed and Core Web Vitals (FCP & LCP) to improve user experience.
  

• Implement technical fixes such as canonical tags, hreflang, robots.txt, XML sitemaps, and JavaScript minimization.
  

• Enhance image optimization and structured data for better indexing.
  

4. SEO Audits & Strategy Implementation

• Work with initial SEO audits to develop and implement strategic SEO plans.
  

• Gradually take over the SEO audit process for new clients.
  

• Continuously refine and update SEO strategies based on audit findings.
  

5. SEO Reporting & Analytics

• Generate clear, easy-to-understand monthly SEO reports outlining completed tasks and results.
  

• Monitor website performance using Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Ahrefs, and SEMrush.
  

• Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
  

6. Off-Page SEO & Link Building

• Conduct competitor backlink analysis and identify high-quality link-building opportunities.
  

• Develop and execute link-building strategies to improve domain authority.
  

• Monitor backlink profiles and ensure a strong off-page SEO presence.
  

Qualifications & Skills Required

• 3+ years of hands-on SEO experience.
  

• Strong expertise in WordPress and Shopify SEO implementation.
  

• Proficiency in keyword research tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Google Keyword Planner.
  

• Experience optimizing website performance and fixing technical SEO issues.
  

• Solid knowledge of backlink-building strategies and execution.
  

• Excellent communication and writing skills (UK English preferred).
  

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create actionable SEO reports.
  

• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively within a part-time schedule.
  

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
  
• Immediate hiring
  
• Steady freelance job