Global SEO Strategy Lead

1 week ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa MMR Research Full time
Job Description

MNR Research is a global consumer and sensory research agency specializing in food, drink, personal, and household care research.

We are industry leaders, guiding best-in-class innovation for our clients – partnering with over 50% of the top global food and drink brands.

The Senior SEO Executive will be responsible for owning all aspects of SEO including technical, on-page, off-page, and SEO content. The role will involve working closely with the Head of Acquisition to define SEO strategies across MNR group.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Day-to-day delivery and implementation of technical, on-page, and optimisations.
  2. Working closely with the Head of Acquisition in defining SEO strategies across MNR group.
  3. Actively identifying and developing opportunities for improvement, testing, and innovation with organic search.
  4. Use AI writing assistants to create scalable, SEO-optimized drafts, collaborating with content teams to refine messaging, ensure brand alignment, and prioritize user intent.
  5. In-depth and regular audits of sites and competitor performance analysis using tools such as Google Analytics and SEMrush.
  6. Stay current with all search engine algorithm changes and SEO industry trends and regularly inform and educate on emerging SEO technologies, opportunities, and best practices.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years' experience in a Technical SEO role with a strong understanding of SEO best practices & effective strategies that drive results.
  • Expert knowledge of web indexing, crawling, and search engine algorithms.
  • Strong experience using SEO & intelligence tools such as SEMrush, Google Analytics, Hotjar, Search Console, and many more.
  • Top class writing skills, fluent spoken and written English, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage and influence.
  • An understanding of the FMCG / CPG industry and/or the market research or marketing industry would be beneficial but not essential.
  • Some experience or interest in B2B marketing.
  • A multi-tasker, good at hitting (reasonable) deadlines, and developing copy with high attention to detail, on spec, and on time.
  • Strong attention to detail.

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