
SEO Strategist
MERGE
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $66,850 - $80,200 per year
About the role
- Be the primary architect of a client’s digital growth, balancing high-level visionary planning with hands-on execution.
- Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to increase organic website traffic and improve search engine rankings.
- Conduct keyword research to identify high-potential target keywords and optimize website content accordingly.
- Perform on-page optimization including meta tag optimization, URL structuring, keyword placement, and content optimization to enhance website visibility.
- Optimize website architecture, internal linking, and navigation structure to improve user experience and search engine crawlability.
- Monitor and analyze website performance using SEO tools and analytics platforms to identify areas for improvement and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Conduct competitor analysis to identify opportunities and develop strategies to outperform competitors in organic search rankings.
- Identify and resolve technical SEO issues such as crawl errors, broken links, and duplicate content to improve website health and performance.
- Monitor and report on organic search performance, rankings, and traffic metrics using SEO tools and analytics platforms.
- Test and optimize landing pages, conversion funnels, and user journeys to maximize organic traffic conversion rates and revenue.
- Understandably communicate complex SEO concepts to clients, ensuring transparency and trust.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement SEO recommendations and ensure optimization efforts align with overall marketing goals.
- Weigh the complex needs and limitations of a client environment when making strategic recommendations.
- Be accountable for the organic growth performance of your clients, adjusting strategies to achieve positive outcomes.
- Manage daily customer deliverables autonomously while collaborating with the team for support as needed.
- Easily spot trends and outliers to build coherent narratives based on data.
- Communicate with authority and understanding about SEO and digital marketing strategy both internally and externally.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of proven experience in SEO
- Agency experience required
- Experience with healthcare and pharmaceutical clients a plus
- In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms and ranking factors
- Solid understanding of technical SEO as well as on-page and off-page optimization techniques, and keyword research
- Experience with site launch activities and collaborating with development teams
- Understanding of HTML, JSON-LD Schema, various CMS platforms, and site functionality
- Proficiency with SEO tools and programs (e.g., SEMRush, Screaming Frog, etc.)
- Ability to enhance client performance with innovative strategies and recommendations
- Expertise in website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Search Console)
- Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly explaining complex issues to both internal teams and clients
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to drive actionable insights
- Ability to craft compelling stories based on data
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Creative problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to reputation management challenges
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Time off & Holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
SEOkeyword researchon-page optimizationtechnical SEOoff-page optimizationwebsite analyticsHTMLJSON-LD Schemasite launch activitiesdata interpretation
Soft Skills
communication skillsanalytical skillscreative problem-solvingmultitaskingprioritizationcollaborationstrategic thinkingclient managementtrend analysisstorytelling
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in MarketingBachelor's degree in Business