About The Company
Blacksmith Agency is a boutique digital agency headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, renowned for delivering high-quality, custom website design and development services. With a focus on creating innovative digital products and compelling online experiences, Blacksmith leverages data-driven insights and user-centric design principles to help its partners grow and surpass their business objectives. The agency boasts an impressive client portfolio that includes industry leaders such as Google, General Electric, Voss Water, and Arizona State University, among others. Committed to excellence and innovation, Blacksmith continuously seeks talented professionals to join its dynamic team and contribute to its reputation for delivering impactful digital solutions.
About The Role
Blacksmith Agency is seeking an experienced SEO Specialist to lead and execute comprehensive organic search strategies across multiple client accounts and the agency’s own digital properties. This role involves managing end-to-end SEO initiatives, including technical audits, on-page optimization, and off-page efforts to enhance visibility, increase traffic, and improve search engine rankings. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with developers, designers, and strategists to integrate SEO best practices into all stages of website development and content creation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence SEO processes, stay ahead of industry updates, and deliver measurable results that directly impact client success and agency growth. The role is fully remote, providing flexibility and the chance to work within a results-driven, collaborative environment that values autonomy and innovation.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of hands-on SEO experience, preferably within an agency environment managing multiple clients
- Proven track record of delivering measurable growth through SEO strategies supported by first-party data such as traffic, rankings, and leads
- Strong proficiency with Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Google Search Console, including report setup and data interpretation
- Experience managing SEO campaigns across various industries with direct implementation of metadata, schema markup, redirects, and internal linking
- Expertise in conducting keyword research and mapping strategies aligned with business goals like traffic growth and lead generation
- Ability to collaborate with developers to resolve technical issues such as indexing, page speed, and URL structure
- Capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex SEO insights into clear, actionable recommendations for clients and internal teams
- Experience with technical SEO tools such as Screaming Frog, SEMrush, and Ahrefs
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for multiple clients, covering technical SEO, on-page optimization, and off-page efforts
- Conduct detailed SEO audits, competitive gap analyses, and keyword opportunity mapping to inform strategy
- Collaborate with designers and developers during website planning, build phases, and launches to ensure SEO best practices are integrated seamlessly
- Create structured content strategies and recommendations that support user experience and conversion goals
- Manage local SEO efforts for clients with physical locations, including optimization of Google My Business profiles
- Monitor and analyze search rankings, crawl health, Core Web Vitals, and conversions using tools like Ahrefs, GA4, and Search Console
- Present SEO performance insights and strategic recommendations clearly to clients, supported by data and analytics
- Perform technical SEO audits, identify issues, and provide prioritized action plans
- Implement on-page SEO updates directly within CMS platforms, primarily WordPress, including meta tags, headers, alt text, internal links, and schema markup
- Conduct keyword research and create SEO briefs to guide content creation and optimization efforts
- Review and optimize content drafts for SEO before publication, ensuring readability and keyword integration
- Assist during website launches by ensuring technical SEO requirements are met and properly configured
- Set up and configure SEO tools and tracking parameters for new websites and campaigns
- Generate monthly SEO reports for clients, highlighting successes, issues, and recommended next steps
- Research backlink opportunities through competitor analysis and digital PR efforts, supporting outreach activities
- Stay updated on Google algorithm developments and industry trends, adjusting strategies accordingly
- Participate in client meetings to communicate SEO strategies and performance in an accessible manner
- Identify technical blockers or content gaps and collaborate with project teams to resolve them efficiently
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance
- High visibility on impactful projects that drive real results
- Opportunity to influence and shape SEO processes and best practices within an established digital agency
- Collaborative, results-focused team culture that values autonomy and execution
- Chance to grow professionally within an award-winning agency known for innovation and excellence
Equal Opportunity
Blacksmith Agency is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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