Who we are
At Frontiers we are on a mission to make all science open, enabling the research community to develop the solutions we need to live healthy lives on a healthy planet.
Powered by custom-built technology, artificial intelligence, and rigorous quality standards, our research articles have been viewed more than 2.1 billion times, reflecting the power of research that is open for all.
Join the publishing revolution.
Follow the links below to learn more about our work.
https://progressreport.frontiersin.org/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87ejFfnQzko
What we can offer you
We provide a range of benefits across our locations, including but not limited to:
We are a remote-first organization and most of our roles are work-from-home
4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance
Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time
A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan
Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer
About the Role:
As an SEO specialist, you will be responsible for developing and executing SEO strategies that drive organic traffic, improve search engine rankings, and ultimately contribute to our business growth. You will play a crucial role in shaping our online presence and ensuring our website ranks highly for target keywords. This role requires a blend of analytical skills, creative thinking, and technical SEO knowledge.
Responsibilities:
Competitor Research & GAP Analysis:
- Conduct in-depth competitor analysis to identify their SEO strategies, strengths, and weaknesses.
- Perform comprehensive GAP analysis to pinpoint areas where our content is lacking and identify opportunities for content expansion and optimization.
- Utilize SEO tools to analyze competitor backlink profiles, keyword rankings, and content strategies.
Keyword Research & Content Development:
- Conduct thorough keyword research to identify relevant and high-volume search terms aligned with our business objectives.
- Develop data-driven content strategies and outlines based on keyword research and competitive analysis.
- Create high-quality, SEO-optimized content, including blog posts, articles, landing pages, and other website copy, ensuring adherence to SEO best practices.
- Collaborate with content writers and the brand team to ensure content aligns with SEO goals and brand voice.
Technical SEO:
- Possess a strong understanding of technical SEO principles, including website architecture, crawlability, indexation, site speed, mobile optimization, and schema markup.
- Monitor website performance using tools like Google Search Console and Google Analytics, identifying and reporting on technical SEO issues.
- Provide actionable recommendations to development teams to address technical SEO issues and improve website performance.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest search engine algorithm updates and technical SEO best practices.
Site-Wide SEO Audits:
- Conduct comprehensive site-wide SEO audits to identify areas for improvement across all aspects of SEO (on-page, off-page, and technical).
- Develop detailed audit reports with prioritized recommendations and actionable insights.
- Track and monitor the impact of implemented recommendations on website performance.
Reporting and Analysis:
- Track, analyze, and report on key SEO metrics, including organic traffic and keyword rankings.
- Utilize SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush) to monitor performance, gather insights, and generate reports.
- Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders, providing clear explanations and actionable recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an SEO Specialist or in a similar role, with a demonstrated track record of success.
- In-depth knowledge of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices.
- Proficiency in using industry-standard SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, SEMrush, or similar.
- Strong understanding of content marketing and its relationship to SEO.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- A passion for SEO and staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
- Experience working with very large websites with hundreds of thousands of pages.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with the Contentful CMS.
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Certifications in SEO or digital marketing.
Your application should include:
- A cover letter specifically crafted for this recruitment process.
- Your updated CV.
This role is office based, excluded from our remote working due to business need and nature of the role. Our offices are based in Madrid and London ; it is expected you must be in the office 3 days a week with working from home an option for the rest of the week.
Apply now
Please click the 'apply' button on this page and submit your application in English.
Please inform us if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. You can contact us at careers@frontiersin.org for any additional support.
Equal opportunity statement
Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination – including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.
