Search Optimization Specialist

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Search Optimization Specialist to join our digital marketing  this role you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining all Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) strategies across our website. You will work closely with content development and compliance teams to ensure our digital presence meets the highest standards of discoverability structured data integrity and performance tracking. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically proficient professional who understands web development structured data and AI-driven search optimization within the highly regulated financial services sector. 

Key Responsibilities 

SEO Implementation & Management 

• Implement and maintain on-page and off-page SEO strategies across web pages. 

• Conduct regular keyword research competitive analysis and content gap assessments tailored to financial services audiences. 

• Optimize meta tags canonical URLs heading structures internal linking and page speed to meet search engine best practices. 

• Monitor and resolve technical SEO issues including crawl errors broken links duplicate content and indexation problems. 

• Implement and validate HTTP response codes (etc.) to ensure proper redirect management and URL health. 

GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) Implementation 

• Collaborate with the team to develop and execute GEO strategies to optimize content for visibility within AI-powered search engines and large language model (LLM) responses. 

• Structure content and metadata to ensure accurate authoritative representation across generative AI search platforms. 

• Collaborate with content writers to align copy with GEO and AEO best practices including clear entity definition authoritativeness signals and citation-worthiness. 

• Monitor brand and product mentions across generative AI tools and refine strategies based on findings. 

Structured Data & Schema Markup 

• Implement and maintain JSON-LD structured data schema across all relevant pages including FinancialService FAQPage BreadcrumbList Organization and WebPage schemas. 

• Validate and test JSON-LD implementations using Googles Rich Results Test validator and other structured data tools. 

• Ensure schema markup is compliant with Google Search Guidelines and updated in response to vocabulary changes. 

Web Development & Maintenance 

• Perform routine website maintenance tasks including content updates plugin/module updates and bug fixes related to SEO and GEO functionality. 

• Assist with the technical implementation of SEO recommendations in CMS environments (e.g. WordPress Episerver or similar). 

Monitoring Analytics & Reporting 

• Use industry-leading SEO and GEO monitoring tools to track keyword rankings organic traffic Core Web Vitals and search visibility. 

• Prepare and present regular performance reports to stakeholders highlighting trends wins and areas for improvement. 

• Monitor algorithm updates and adapt strategies to maintain and improve organic search performance. 

Key Competencies 

• Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret data identify trends and translate findings into action. 
• Attention to Detail: Precise in schema implementation compliance requirements and reporting accuracy. 
• Adaptability: Keeps pace with rapidly changing search engine algorithms and GEO landscape. 
•  Communication: Communicates technical SEO concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders. 
• Collaboration: Works effectively across content development compliance and marketing teams. 
• Initiative: Proactively identifies optimization opportunities without waiting to be directed. 

Qualifications :

Education 

• Associates degree in computer science Information Technology Digital Marketing Web Development or a related field (required). 

• A bachelors degree in a relevant discipline is advantageous but not mandatory. 

• Relevant certifications (e.g. Google Analytics SEMrush SEO Toolkit HubSpot SEO) will be considered favourable. 

Experience 

• 23 years of experience in web development and website maintenance with a demonstrable focus on SEO and/or GEO. 

• Proven track record of improving organic search rankings and traffic for content-heavy or regulated websites. 

• Prior experience working within a financial service fintech or similarly regulated digital environment is highly desirable. 

Technical Skills 

• HTTP Protocol Knowledge: Understanding of HTTP/HTTPS status codes request/response cycles and their impact on SEO. 

• Demonstrated experience implementing structured data. 

• Familiarity with HTML5 CSS3 and basic JavaScript as they relate to SEO performance and page rendering. 

• Working knowledge of CMS platforms (WordPress Episerver or similar) and the ability to make SEO-oriented changes. 

• Understanding of Core Web Vitals (LCP INP CLS) and how to diagnose and resolve performance issues. 

SEO & GEO Monitoring Tools 

Candidates must have working knowledge of the following top-rated tools: 

• Google Search Console Performance tracking index coverage and Core Web Vitals monitoring. 

• Google Analytics 4 (GA4) Traffic analysis user behaviour and conversion tracking. 

• SEMrush or Ahrefs  Keyword research backlink auditing and competitor analysis. 

• Screaming Frog SEO Spider Technical site audits and crawl analysis.

Additional Information :

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to the OUTsurance values of Awesome Service Dynamic Honest Human Passionate and Recognition.

In accordance with OUTsurance Insurance Company Ltd Employment Equity goals preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time