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SEO Manager (Remote)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years of hands-on SEO experience with a proven track record of delivering organic growth.
  • Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimisation, and content SEO.
  • Proficiency with Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Search Console.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute the overall SEO roadmap aligned with business growth objectives.
  • Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits and prioritise improvements.
  • Perform in-depth keyword research to identify high-value search opportunities.
  • Monitor SEO performance using Google Search Console, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Ahrefs, Semrush, and Screaming Frog.

About the company

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Remote Choice

Staffing & Recruiting

Remote Choice is a recruitment organisation that helps businesses hire qualified staff based out in South Africa. We understand that finding the right employees for your business can be difficult, which is why we offer a bespoke service that takes care of everything for you. From sourcing candidates to conducting interviews, we'll make sure you find the perfect remote worker for your company. With years of experience in the industry, Remote Choice is the first choice for businesses to make sure they find the perfect match for each and every position. As you may know, businesses have been outsourcing more and more to South Africa in recent years, drawn by the country's large pool of talented professionals and the ever-changing view of remote working. Remote Choice are able to provide businesses with the staff they need at a fraction of the cost of hiring through your more traditional routes. Due to our extensive network in South Africa, we are able to find candidates with the right skills and experience for your requirements.

Company details

IndustryStaffing & Recruiting
Company size2 - 10

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SEO Manager (Remote)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused SEO Manager to manage and execute our organic growth strategy. This is a hands-on role for someone who combines strategic thinking with strong execution across technical SEO, content optimisation, keyword research, and performance reporting.

You will be responsible for improving search visibility, increasing qualified organic traffic, and driving measurable business growth through effective SEO initiatives. Working closely with content, development, and marketing teams, you will identify opportunities, prioritise improvements, and implement scalable SEO strategies that deliver results.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical and content-related SEO challenges, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable working independently in a fully remote role.

Key Responsibilities

SEO Strategy & Growth

  • Manage and execute the overall SEO roadmap aligned with business growth objectives.

  • Identify opportunities to increase organic traffic, search rankings, and conversions.

  • Develop and implement both short- and long-term SEO initiatives across multiple digital assets.

  • Monitor search engine algorithm updates, industry trends, and competitor activity to maintain a competitive advantage.

Technical SEO

  • Conduct comprehensive technical SEO audits and prioritise improvements.

  • Work closely with developers to resolve crawlability, indexing, Core Web Vitals, site speed, and structured data issues.

  • Improve site architecture, URL structures, canonicalisation, redirects, and XML sitemap management.

  • Ensure websites follow SEO best practices across desktop and mobile experiences.

Keyword Research & Content Optimisation

  • Perform in-depth keyword research to identify high-value search opportunities.

  • Analyse search intent and competitor performance to inform content strategy.

  • Create SEO-focused content briefs for writers and content teams.

  • Optimise existing content and landing pages to improve rankings, engagement, and conversions.

  • Identify content gaps and scalable opportunities for organic growth.

On-Page SEO & Internal Linking

  • Optimise metadata, headings, page structure, and on-page content across key landing pages.

  • Develop and implement internal linking strategies to strengthen topical authority and improve crawl efficiency.

  • Ensure SEO recommendations support both user experience and conversion goals.

Authority Building & Off-Page SEO

  • Support backlink acquisition and digital authority-building initiatives.

  • Monitor backlink profiles and identify opportunities to strengthen domain authority.

  • Collaborate on outreach campaigns and partnership opportunities that contribute to SEO growth.

Analytics & Reporting

  • Monitor SEO performance using Google Search Console, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Ahrefs, Semrush, and Screaming Frog.

  • Track keyword rankings, organic traffic, engagement, and conversion performance.

  • Produce regular SEO performance reports with actionable insights and recommendations.

  • Clearly communicate SEO progress and business impact to key stakeholders.

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of hands-on SEO experience with a proven track record of delivering organic growth.

  • Strong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimisation, and content SEO.

  • Experience planning and executing SEO strategies from concept through implementation.

  • Proficiency with:

    • Ahrefs

    • Semrush

    • Screaming Frog

    • Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

    • Google Search Console

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.

  • Demonstrated success improving rankings, increasing organic traffic, and generating qualified leads or conversions.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment.

  • Highly organised with strong prioritisation and project management skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience within B2B, SaaS, marketplaces, logistics, recruitment, mobility, or lead-generation businesses.

  • Experience with programmatic SEO and scalable content strategies.

  • Basic knowledge of HTML, schema markup, JavaScript SEO, or CMS platforms.

  • Experience working within startups or high-growth businesses.

  • Familiarity with conversion rate optimisation (CRO) and SEO-led funnel optimisation.

What We Offer

  • Fully remote working.

  • Opportunity to make a genuine impact on business growth.

  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.

  • Exposure to a variety of websites and SEO projects.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you're passionate about SEO, enjoy delivering measurable results, and want to play a key role in growing organic performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and examples of SEO projects or results you've achieved.



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