Title: SEO Strategist

Overview: The SEO Strategist will be responsible for overseeing the Search Engine Optimization team in the Philippines, as well as acting as the SEO lead for a small portfolio of sites. We are looking for a hard-working and trustworthy individual with project management skills, keen attention to detail, strong analytical skills, good time management skills, and proactive communication practices.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as SEO lead for a set of sites,executing on-site SEO and monitoring performance. Interact with US Site Managers and carry out requests from various team members
• Manage and help train SEO Analysts assigned as leads for their respective sites
• Document current processes and help develop new ones as we grow
• Manage various SEO initiatives, both on-site and off-site (e.g., link-building projects)
• Regularly communicate status to US-based SEO Manager

Skills Required:
• Must have very high quality American English writing skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize daily work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of search engine optimization and/or online marketing
• Experience with keyword research, meta data creation, and link-building
• Experience with Google Webmaster Tools and Google Analytics
• Proficiency in MS Office programs, in particular strong Excel skills
• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn different software platforms
• Able to learn quickly and work with minimal supervision
• Able to accept feedback and willing to receive training
• Optional: Basic understanding/familiarity of HTML
• A fun, hard-working, team-oriented, can-do attitude!

About Balsam Brands: Balsam Brands manages a collection of branded online businesses that sell specialty products. These brands currently include Balsam Hill®, the leading brand of high-end artificial Christmas trees and related home décor products; and Backyard Ocean™, the source for backyard pools, filters, and accessories. Balsam Brands plans to launch other brands as opportunities arise. This fast-growing company is an innovator in e-commerce strategy and marketing.
Location: Our corporate offices are based in Northern California, but the Social Media Strategist position is a remote working position. As such, applicants need to have a great working environment at home. Company executives visit the Philippines regularly each year.
Instructions: Please send cover letter and resume to jobs.balsambrands@gmail.com with subject line; (Pin-Ex: SEO Strategist - (Last name, First Name).
To know more about us, visit balsambrands.com