SEO Manager

5 months ago

Umhlanga, South Africa iKhokha Full time

**Company Description**
iKhokha is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.
Our office is a high performance environment where we push each other to challenge the status quo. If that doesn’t appeal to you, you probably shouldn’t work here.

Are you ready to elevate your SEO expertise and drive transformative growth?

Then join our dynamic team as an SEO Manager, where your strategic insights and innovative approaches will shape the digital landscape and amplify iKhokha’s online presence.

**So, what will you do?**

You will play a critical role in driving organic search engine traffic and improving the overall visibility and performance of our digital products.

You will be responsible for developing and executing effective search engine optimization strategies to maximize our website’s ranking on major search engines and increase organic traffic.

**In addition to the above, you will**:

- Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies to increase organic search visibility and drive high-quality traffic to our website.
- Optimize website content, including landing pages, blog posts, product descriptions, and other digital assets, to improve search engine rankings and user engagement.
- Define and develop high quality backlinks, as well as continual monitoring and adjusting.
- Monitor and analyze website performance using SEO tools and analytics platforms to identify areas for improvement and recommend actionable solutions.
- Perform regular website audits to identify technical SEO issues and work closely with the development team to implement necessary fixes.
- Conduct thorough keyword research and analysis to identify opportunities for content optimization and expansion.
- Monitor and report on key SEO performance metrics, such as organic traffic, rankings, conversions, and backlinks, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Conduct competitive analysis to identify gaps and opportunities, and develop strategies to outperform competitors in search engine rankings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, social media, and web development, to align SEO initiatives with broader marketing and business objectives.
- Collaborate with content creators, designers, and developers to ensure SEO best practices are incorporated into website development and content creation processes.
- Stay informed about the latest digital marketing trends and technologies, and proactively identify new opportunities to enhance our SEO efforts.
- Stay up to date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and industry best practices to ensure our SEO strategies are effective and aligned with search engine guidelines.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications in SEO or digital marketing are advantageous.

**Deal Breakers**:
Proven experience, 5+ years, as an SEO Manager or similar role, with a successful track record of improving organic search performance and driving tangible results with the following:

- Strong understanding of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices.
- Proficiency in using SEO tools, such as Google Analytics (certified), Google Search Console, SEMrush, or similar platforms.
- Solid knowledge of CMS, HTML, CSS, and website development principles, with the ability to identify and resolve technical SEO issues. HubSpot knowledge would be advantageous
- Ability to develop and build out high quality backlinks, measuring and monitoring these.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, draw insights, and make data-driven recommendations.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

**In addition to the above, the following will make you a frontrunner for the role**:

- Self-motivated and proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a willingness to continuously learn and improve.
- Business understanding of Financial Services and digital and performance marketing would be advantageous.

**Additional Information** Perks of joining the Tribe?**
- You get to work in a high growth company. Sink your teeth into meaningful work with tangible results you are accountable for.
- Hybrid, remote and in office work models.
- Remuneration & Benefits. We offer Company contributions to Medical Aid and a Group Risk Scheme.
- Visionary Leadership.
- Study leave.
- Access to on demand learning and development.
- A friendly, collaborative culture and a team of all-round-lekker humans (it’s true, we surveyed our Employees and they told us so).
- If you find yourself at HQ, coffee on tap and a sel

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