Overview
Search Engine Optimization Specialist Jobs in South Africa at UpStaff EOR
Title: Search Engine Optimization Specialist
Company: UpStaff EOR
Location: South Africa
SEO Specialist / Account Manager
Upstaff is hiring for our UK based partner/Fully remote based in SA.
We're looking for an experienced SEO Specialist / Account Manager based in South Africa to join our team. You'll manage client SEO campaigns end-to-end, build strong client relationships, and leverage AI tools like Claude Code to deliver outstanding results efficiently. This is a full-time, permanent remote position working UK business hours.
What you'll do
- Manage and execute SEO strategies for a portfolio of UK-based clients
- Use AI tools (especially Claude Code) to accelerate research, content creation, and technical audits
- Build and maintain strong client relationships as their primary point of contact
- Conduct keyword research, technical audits, and competitor analysis
- Report on campaign performance and provide actionable recommendations
- Stay ahead of SEO trends, algorithm updates, and AI developments
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on SEO experience (technical, on-page, and off-page)
- Strong account management skills with client-facing experience
- Comfortable and enthusiastic using AI tools such as Claude Code, ChatGPT, and other AI assistants
- Strong prompt engineering skills – you know how to get the best out of AI
- Experience with SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, or similar
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Able to manage multiple client accounts and prioritise effectively
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting
Nice to have
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- Experience with web development or technical SEO implementation+
- Familiarity with Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console+
- Knowledge of content strategy and content marketing+
- Experience working with UK-based clients or agencies+
Salary:R28 000 – 30 000 p/m depending on experience.