Search Engine Optimization Specialist

SEO Strategist (Contract – Maternity Leave Coverage)

Location: Remote (CST hours preferred)

Duration: 5 months

Target Start: early to mid December

Type: W2 Contract

Hours: 25–28 per week

We’re hiring an experienced SEO Strategist to support a maternity leave coverage. This role is ideal for someone with agency experience, strong client communication skills, and the ability to lead and delegate effectively. You’ll be stepping into a well-established role with a transition period for onboarding and access to extensive resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead SEO strategy and execution for select client accounts
• Manage client communications with a high level of responsiveness and professionalism
• Collaborate with internal teams and delegate tasks to a direct report
• Conduct audits, identify opportunities, and guide implementation with technical teams
• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to clients
• Stay current on SEO trends and tools, applying best practices to drive performance

Requirements:

• 4–5+ years of SEO experience, preferably in an agency environment
• Strong understanding of technical SEO and ability to communicate concepts clearly to clients
• Experience managing high-profile accounts with a service-first mindset
• Proficiency in Asana
• Proven ability to lead or mentor team members
• Proficiency in SEO tools such as Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and proposing solutions proactively
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience with Google Analytics and data reporting tools

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria