Posted 10 days ago
SEO Specialist
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SEO Specialist at a digital marketing agency, responsible for executing AI-powered SEO strategies, technical audits, on-page optimisation, and client account management to drive organic growth across a diverse portfolio.
About this role
Our client is a full-service digital marketing agency delivering high-performance digital experiences across strategy, creative, performance, CRM, and web. They partner with challenger brands and enterprise organisations to drive scalable business growth.
They are now seeking to hire an SEO Specialist to deliver AI-powered SEO strategies that drive measurable organic growth across a diverse client portfolio. In this role, you will execute best-in-class SEO work integrated into a broader growth engine to ensure organic search serves as a consistent revenue channel.
Job Responsibilities
Technical & AI Search Optimisation
- Conduct comprehensive technical audits and resolve issues with discoverability, site speed, structured data, and indexation
- Implement emerging AI search optimisation and Generative Engine Optimisation practices
- Monitor search engine algorithm changes and industry developments to maintain best-in-class standards
On-Page & Content Strategy
- Develop and execute on-page strategies including keyword mapping, metadata optimisation, and internal linking
- Collaborate with content teams to brief, review, and optimise content for search intent and acquisition
Client Strategy & Account Management
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for assigned accounts, providing strategic recommendations and support
- Produce clear, insight-led performance reports connecting organic search activity to commercial outcomes
- Manage the timely delivery of SEO projects across multiple accounts while maintaining quality standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work alongside web development, CRO, paid search, content, and data teams to integrate SEO across digital strategies
- Share industry insights and best practices across the wider team to support continuous learning
Requirements
- Proven experience working in an SEO role within a digital agency setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical SEO, on-page optimisation, and content strategy
- Proficiency with tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Ahrefs, Semrush, or Screaming Frog
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear client insights
- Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Familiarity with AI search and Generative Engine Optimisation concepts
- Experience working with Webflow, Shopify, or enterprise CMS platforms
- Genuine interest and curiosity regarding broader digital marketing channels beyond SEO
Benefits
- Permanent work-from-home set-up
- Dayshift (Australian Eastern Standard Time business hours)
- Full-time job
- HMO (STAFF only)
- Annual leave
- 13-month pay
- With Government mandated benefits
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