Cars.com is hiring a
SEO Specialist II, Remote - United States

Summary

The job is for an SEO Specialist II at Cars Commerce, responsible for creating and executing organic search strategies for assigned clients. The role involves managing a heavy client load, conducting research, creating monthly strategy plans, and completing various tasks related to SEO. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, critical thinking, communication skills, adaptability, and proficiency in using SEO tools.

Requirements

• Active interest in organic search, search engines and digital marketing, and drive to stay abreast of industry news and updates
• Always learning' attitude, driven by the desire to continuously gain knowledge and improve skills
• Ability to comfortably and successfully manage heavy client loads (20-30 clients)
• Ability to complete all required tasks within outlined time requirements and by required due dates each month
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to complete client work on schedule
• Critical thinking and reasoning skills; the ability to take learned concepts and apply them appropriately to unique situations in order to arrive at the most logical plan of action
• Willingness to identify problems or issues and raise them to leadership, as well as present possible solutions
• Adaptability; willingness to accept and embrace changing processes, gray areas, and new ideas with ease and enthusiasm
• Fully functional in all areas of the SEO skills matrix
• Confidence and comfort in working with clients to review reporting and explain SEO strategy recommendations and actions
• Strong written and verbal communication and grammar
• Adherence to company tenets and department identity statement
• Proficiency in using and understanding Google Search Console, SEMRush, Google Analytics, MozBar and Yoast
• Must be detail-oriented with exceptional proofreading skills
• Ability to think creatively to solve problems
• Ability to interpret information and quantitative data and apply key findings to support client goals
• Able to work independently and collaborate within a team
• At least 6 months of SEO experience at DI

Responsibilities

• Determine and execute organic search strategy for assigned clients
• Manage a heavy client load of between 20 and 30 accounts
• Conduct preliminary research following established process
• Create required deliverables based on research following established process
• Use research, analysis, and client needs to create sound organic search strategy within confines of established process
• Meet with clients and performance managers on a scheduled basis to review monthly reports, upcoming strategy execution, and client questions or concerns
• Complete monthly tasks for all client’s strategy to department standards on or before internal deadlines
• Make proactive recommendations about service upgrades
• Engage in department and company OKR efforts

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match + Immediate Vesting
• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Generous PTO
• Refuel - a service based recognition program where employees receive additional paid time away to learn grow and reset
• Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day