Digital Marketing / SEO Consultant

About Web SEM

We are a Cape Town-based digital marketing agency with over 15 years of experience helping clients across a wide range of industries grow their online presence. Our team works across SEO, AEO, content and AI-driven optimisation, and we have built a reputation for delivering measurable results.

We are a small, tight-knit team with a strong culture of learning, collaboration, and celebrating wins.

This is a remote role, but you will feel the team spirit.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced mid-level SEO consultant to manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts. You will take ownership of strategy and execution across organic search, work closely with clients, and contribute to an agency that is actively evolving its offering into AI and answer engine optimisation (AEO).

The ideal candidate is confident, self-managed, curious about where search is heading, and comfortable working with modern SEO tools and automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor SEO strategies across a portfolio of client accounts
• Conduct keyword research, competitor analysis, and technical SEO audits
• Create and present client reports with clear insights and recommendations
• Communicate directly with clients, including leading meetings and calls
• Monitor campaign performance and make data-driven optimisation decisions
• Stay current with search engine developments, algorithm updates, and emerging tools
• Identify internal linking opportunities and on-page optimisation wins
• Contribute ideas across the broader digital team and support cross-channel strategy
• Take ownership of the KPIs for your client portfolio

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on SEO experience, preferably in an agency environment
• Proven track record managing client accounts and delivering organic growth
• Proficiency with SEO tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, or similar
• Working knowledge of Google Analytics (GA4) and Google Search Console
• Functional knowledge of Word Press and similar CMS platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment
• Able to contribute to client strategy beyond just execution

Advantageous

• Experience with Looker Studio for reporting
• Familiarity with Google Tag Manager
• Google My Business / local SEO experience
• Exposure to AEO, AI-driven search, or LLM optimisation concepts
• Experience with automation tools or scripting (Google Apps Script, Make, etc.)
• Tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• Fully remote position with flexible working
• A collaborative, experienced team you can learn from and contribute to
• Exposure to cutting-edge SEO automation, AI tools, and proprietary workflows
• A growing agency with a proven track record and an evolving service offering
• Recognition and reward for overtime and exceptional effort
• Regular team events when we get together (think braais, sushi, and good company)

How To Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter to with the subject line "Digital Marketing / SEO Consultant". In your cover letter, tell us about a campaign or result you are proud of.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate every application and will review all submissions carefully.