Job Description
Are you a data-driven digital strategist looking to lead the charge in organic growth?
Apex Digital Strategies is seeking a visionary Senior SEO Specialist to join our elite team in the heart of Chicago. In this pivotal role, you will own the SEO roadmap for high-profile clients, driving traffic, authority, and revenue through technical excellence and creative content strategy.
We are a fast-paced, innovative agency looking for someone who doesn't just follow trends but sets them. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a proven track record of scaling organic search visibility, we want to meet you.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Flexible remote and hybrid work options.
- Continuous learning and professional development budget.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies that align with client business goals and market trends.
- Technical Audit: Conduct in-depth technical SEO audits to identify crawl errors, site speed issues, and indexation problems.
- Keyword Research: Lead complex keyword research and competitive analysis to uncover high-value opportunities.
- Content Strategy: Collaborate with content teams to optimize on-page elements and ensure alignment with search intent.
- Analytics & Reporting: Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) using Google Analytics and Search Console; provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Link Building: Execute white-hat link-building campaigns to enhance domain authority and backlink profiles.
Qualifications
- Experience: 4+ years of professional experience in SEO, with a proven portfolio of successful campaigns.
- Technical Skills: Deep understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; familiarity with schema markup and AMP.
- Tools: Proficiency in tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, and Google Search Console.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical thinking and the ability to troubleshoot complex SEO issues.