Freelance Outreach Researcher, SEO, Contact Discovery

JobLeads

Freelance Outreach Researcher role at JobLeads identifying outreach opportunities for job search content. Focused on research and connecting with relevant contacts in the career space.

Posted 4/21/2026part-timeRemote • 🇪🇺 Anywhere in EuropeMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Use Ahrefs and search analysis to identify relevant listicles, comparison articles, and roundups in the job search and career space
Explore SERPs and competitor backlinks to uncover high-potential outreach opportunities
Identify the most relevant contact for each article—author, editor, or content owner
Use tools like Hunter.io, LinkedIn, and manual research to find and verify email addresses
Build clean, structured spreadsheets with article URL, domain, contact name, role, email, and opportunity notes
Cross-check leads against existing databases to maintain quality and avoid duplication
Contribute to ongoing outreach “mini-campaigns” by consistently surfacing new opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exposure to SEO, digital marketing, or link-building workflows
Experience in research, lead generation, outreach support, or similar work involving contact discovery
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
An instinct for evaluating which content opportunities are worth pursuing
Comfort working with spreadsheets and organizing data clearly
A resourceful, persistent approach to finding the right contact person
Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
Good written English
Interest in marketing, AI, or growth-focused roles
Familiarity with Ahrefs or similar SEO tools, or the willingness to learn quickly using provided materials
Nice If You Have: Experience researching authors, editors, or website owners for outreach
Familiarity with tools like Hunter.io and LinkedIn for contact discovery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first freedom – Work from anywhere in Europe
Flexible hours – Work when you're most productive
A welcoming global team – Diverse, collaborative, and supportive
Ongoing development – We back your growth through courses, conferences, and more
Clear onboarding and practical training materials
Hands-on exposure to SEO and outreach strategies

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

SEOdigital marketinglink-buildingresearchlead generationoutreach supportcontact discoverydata organizationemail verification

Soft Skills

attention to detailcommitment to accuracyevaluating content opportunitiesresourcefulnesspersistenceindependencetime managementwritten communication