SEO Senior Exec/ SEO Manager - SEO

Senior SEO Executive/ SEO Manager

Salary: approx R480-600k- depending on experience

Location: Cape Town (Hybrid – 2 days in office, 3 days remote)

Our client is a fast-growing, global digital marketing agency delivering cutting-edge SEO and content strategies for world-class consumer brands. Their culture blends autonomy with collaboration, and their mission is to help businesses grow sustainably through smart, data-driven search marketing.

The Opportunity

• Join a supportive SEO team working with international teams on exciting international brands across retail, lifestyle, and tech.
• Enjoy access to industry-leading SEO tools and continuous training to accelerate your career.
• Thrive in a flexible, forward-thinking environment with unlimited leave and career development built in.
• Work alongside passionate marketers who value curiosity, initiative, and creative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct keyword research and prioritisation using tools like Semrush and LowFruits.
• Upload content and SEO recommendations via CMS platforms—no developer reliance required.
• Monitor client performance and flag any SEO issues proactively.
• Support with link building, content optimisation, and NLP enhancements using SurferSEO.
• Assist the team with internal linking strategies and monthly performance reporting.

Your Profile

• 2-4 years of agency SEO experience.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and a love for data-led decision making.
• Eager to learn and grow into a senior SEO role.
• Proactive, analytical, and understands how SEO impacts commercial growth.
• Bonus: Experience with tools such as SEO Stack, SurferSEO, or Inlinks.
• Bonus: Knowledge of wider digital marketing disciplines like PPC or social media.

How to apply

To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please contact Rachael Emery at Pivotal: rachael@pivotallondon.co.uk.