Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proven technical SEO expertise including on-page, off-page, and technical audits., Strong understanding of Google’s algorithms and ranking factors., Experience with SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Google Search Console., Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English..

Key responsabilities:

Develop and execute a results-driven SEO strategy for the behavioral health industry.

Conduct technical SEO audits and implement necessary changes.

Optimize content and manage keyword strategies effectively.

Monitor SEO performance and provide actionable insights.

Job description

ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa - we are a global BPO company, partnering with a USA-based client in the Healthcare Industry who is seeking SEO Manager. The successful candidate will need to take full ownership of their SEO strategy and execution. They will work hands-on with content, audits, and optimizations — and over time, grow into a leadership role managing an internal team of SEO professionals. This is a brand-new role, so we are looking for someone who can hit the ground running with deep technical SEO expertise and strategic know-how.

If you're a seasoned SEO expert with a passion for healthcare and want to build something meaningful, we would love to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE:

Working Hours: This role requires you to work EST hours Mon - Fri from 8am to 5pm EST (14h00pm to 23h00am South African time. These working hours are subject to change depending on daylight savings)
Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution (UPS, Solar, Generator) is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a results-driven SEO strategy tailored to the behavioural health industry
Conduct technical SEO audits and implement changes
Optimize content and oversee keyword strategies
Monitor SEO performance and generate actionable insights
Stay ahead of algorithm changes and industry trends
Eventually build and manage a team of SEO specialists as needed
Collaborate cross-functionally with content, development, and leadership teams

Requirements

Proven technical SEO expertise (on-page, off-page, technical audits, crawling/indexing, site architecture)
Strong grasp of Google’s algorithms and ranking factors
Ability to use SEO tools (e.g., Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, etc.)
Ability to work within the behavioural health or healthcare digital landscape
Excellent written and verbal English and can communicate clearly with stakeholders.
Flexible and comfortable working independently with minimal oversight.

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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