SEO Specialist 

About Anchora

Anchora is a tech-driven consultancy that builds and manages international teams, offering staffing, digital operations, and back-office solutions. Known for its client-first approach, Anchora focuses on seamless integration, performance optimisation, and long-term impact. With a strong presence in South Africa, the company continues to grow its team across various roles.

Ideal Candidate

  • Experienced SEO Specialist with a strong background in content-focused strategies
  • Responsible for leading and managing the organisation’s SEO-driven content approach
  • Collaborates closely with the marketing team to align SEO efforts with broader campaigns
  • Produces weekly content briefs to guide blog topics and structure
  • Aims to enhance organic search visibility and overall website performance
  • Role is strategic and heavily research-based
  • Ideal for someone who excels at identifying trends and translating insights into actionable outcomes

Core Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive keyword research and analyse search intent using industry-standard SEO tools
  • Develop detailed weekly SEO content briefs to support the blog strategy of the marketing team
  • Work closely with content creators and marketing personnel to ensure consistent, high-quality content aligned with SEO goals
  • Monitor market trends and organic search behaviours to identify timely and relevant content opportunities
  • Provide strategic recommendations on keyword usage, topic selection, content structure, and internal linking to boost traffic
  • Review and audit existing content to uncover optimisation and improvement opportunities
  • Keep up to date with the latest SEO algorithm changes and developments in content marketing practices

Skills & Requirements

  • A minimum of five years’ practical experience in SEO, gained either within an agency environment or through in-house roles
  • Exceptional research and analytical capabilities, with a keen eye for data-driven insights
  • Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective SEO content strategies, including the creation of detailed content briefs
  • Proficient in using SEO platforms such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, Moz, or similar industry tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and organised documentation
  • Additional advantage: Background in B2B or advertising technology-related SEO content initiatives
  • Highly self-motivated and capable of operating autonomously with minimal supervision.

Additional Information

  • Schedule:
    • Part-Time: Approximately 20 hours per week
    • Full-Time: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT/EST (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM South Africa Standard Time)
  • Location: South Africa (Preference given to candidates based in Johannesburg or Cape Town)

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