SEO (Contract)

We are seeking a part-time, contract SEO expert to support ongoing SEO optimization and maintenance across several client brands. This role is approximately 50 hours per month and reports indirectly to a senior SEO contractor providing limited oversight. You will be the primary SEO executor, responsible for managing and implementing best-in-class SEO strategies with a strong focus on technical SEO, agile implementation, and continuous optimization. This person should have a pulse on how AI is transforming the search landscape and be prepared to share trends and implications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing SEO audits and implement technical SEO fixes across multiple client websites (real-time, agile iterations rather than waterfall planning)
• Maintain and optimize schema markup and structured data (including schema graphs)
• Support and manage SEO integrations with platforms such as Yext and Google My Business
• Collaborate with development and content teams to implement SEO improvements in platforms like Contentful
• Perform keyword research, semantic strategy development, and “quick win” optimization for multiple client brands
• Have a perspective on how AI is going to transform the SEO landscape - and be able to incorporate AI-based recommendations into deliverables
• Monitor and resolve SEO audit issues and track performance
• Stay current with the latest SEO trends, tools, and algorithm updates
• Provide insights, reports, and recommendations to improve organic visibility and performance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical SEO and content optimization
• Proven experience with schema, structured data, and SEO platforms (e.g., Yext, Google Search Console)
• Familiarity with Contentful or other headless CMS platforms
• Strong experience with SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, etc.)
• Comfortable working independently with light oversight
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to distill complex SEO concepts into actionable insights