SEO Account Manager (JB6301)
Location: Remote, South Africa
Salary: Up to R40 000 per month
Employment Type: Full Time - Independent Contractor
A UK based, specialist digital agency is looking for a skilled relationship builder to step into a key account management role. The business serves a dedicated client base through ongoing SEO retainers, and the team is known for delivering results that actually move the needle for the businesses they work with. This is a fully remote opportunity with genuine flexibility, built for someone who takes pride in keeping clients informed and confident rather than just ticking boxes.
This role is for the person who genuinely enjoys being the face of a campaign. Not the one writing the code or pulling the technical levers behind the scenes, but the one who can sit across from a business owner, explain what the numbers mean in plain language, and leave them feeling like their investment is in good hands. The SEO Account Manager will own the client relationship from regular check-ins to monthly performance reviews, working closely with the SEO team to make sure every client gets what they need and knows about it.
Fully remote position with no commuting
Commission available on genuine upsell opportunities, so great work can be rewarded beyond the base
A clearly defined, relationship-focused role with no hard sales targets
Work with a niche team that knows its industry well and backs its people to do the same
Exposure to international clients and a UK-based business environment
3 to 5 years of experience in agency account management or client services
At least 2 of those years spent managing SEO retainers specifically
Able to explain GA4, Search Console, rank tracking and local SEO performance to a business owner without losing them in jargon
Confident leading regular client meetings, including the difficult conversations
Enough SEO depth to hold your own with clients and brief the SEO team with precision
Personable, self-directed and comfortable owning a client relationship without hand-holding
Experience with international clients, ideally UK-based, is advantageous but not essential
Familiarity with local SEO for multi-location or healthcare-type businesses is a bonus
Hands-on experience with reporting and rank tracking tools is a plus
Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of existing SEO retainer clients
Run regular client meetings and calls, navigating performance conversations with confidence and clarity
Prepare and present monthly performance reviews using GA4, Search Console, rank tracking and local SEO data, translated into meaningful insights for business owners
Develop a genuine understanding of each client's goals, concerns and business context
Maintain close collaboration with the SEO team, briefing them clearly on client needs and priorities
Monitor client accounts for any ranking or traffic movements that require attention or communication
Identify and raise legitimate upsell opportunities where a client's needs and goals call for it
SEO account manager, client services, digital agency, SEO retainers, account management, GA4, Google Search Console, rank tracking, local SEO, remote, South Africa, client relationship management, performance reporting, upsell, agency
Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point. This will be requested later.
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcome, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
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levels including the placement of permanent, contract,remote and freelance
staffing. We enjoy the personalized approach with regards to our candidates
focusing on their needs and requirements as well as a personalized approach
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