GAIN Performance SEO Consultant

We are GAIN - a creative-led, insight-driven company that blends data, tech, and creativity to create meaningful impact, with a workforce of 650 people worldwide.This role will sit within the Performance Business Unit. We help brands show up in the right place, at the right time, to the right people, with data-driven campaigns. Whether it's paid media, SEO, link building, or performance-driven creative, we build campaigns that actually perform — driving clicks, visibility, conversions, and real business growth.Join us on this exciting journey.We're a performance-driven digital team seeking a skilled and proactive SEO Consultant to join us initially as an independent contractor, with the potential to transition into a full-time permanent role. In this position, you'll collaborate with strategic and creative professionals to drive high-impact SEO campaigns across diverse industries. This role is ideal for someone with a proven track record of executing end-to-end SEO strategies, from audits to implementation, who thrives in a results-focused environment.We are actively hiring independent contractors based in the Philippines, ready to take on meaningful, remote work with international clients. You might be a great fit for our network if you're a self-motivated professional who thrives in flexible work environments.RequirementsWhat You'll Be DoingYou'll support a wide range of SEO initiatives with a focus on action completion and performance improvement. Your responsibilities will include:Initial Setup & Audits Conduct comprehensive SEO audits (technical, on-page, content, backlink profile)Perform competitor analysis (keyword gaps, backlink profiles, content opportunities)Carry out thorough keyword research aligned with user intent and business goalsReview historical performance and identify areas for improvementAudit current tracking and analytics setupOn-Page SEO Optimize meta data (titles, descriptions, headers) for CTR and rankingsImprove existing content for keyword integration, readability, and UXReview and implement enhancements to meet EEAT standardsRefine URL structures, optimize images and videos, and implement schema markupDevelop and implement internal linking strategiesCreate briefs for new content, blogs, and page enhancementsTechnical SEO Improve website speed and Core Web Vitals (CWVs)Ensure mobile responsiveness and optimizationOptimize and submit sitemaps, robots.txt, and manage crawl errorsAddress broken links, implement canonical tags, and resolve HTTPS issuesOff-Page & Local SEO Manage and optimize Google Business Profiles, local citations, and directory listingsEnsure NAP (Name, Address, Phone) consistency across platformsIdentify link-building opportunities, analyze competitors' backlink strategiesCreate and optimize location-specific pages and apply local schema markupOptimize content with local keyword targeting and implement enhancements to local SEO visibilityAnalytics, Strategy & Reporting Analyze performance through Google Analytics, Search Console, Looker StudioIdentify and disavow toxic backlinksMonitor industry trends, search algorithm updates, and performance patternsUncover and prioritize SEO barriers and high-impact opportunitiesPresent actionable recommendations aligned with specific business goalsWhat You'll Bring3+ years of hands-on SEO experience (agency or in-house)Strong understanding of technical, on-page, off-page, and local SEOFamiliarity with tools like Google Search Console, GA4, Screaming Frog, SEMrush/Ahrefs, Looker Studio, and othersA data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into actionExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize based on impactBonus: Experience working with clients or cross-functional teamsBenefits 100% Remote Work - Work from anywhere in the Philippines Flexible Hours - Own your time, work when you're most productive but will require at least 3 hours UK time overlap Global Client Exposure - Work with top international brands and agencies Professional Growth - Collaborate with other sharp minds across digital strategy, content, and analytics Potential for Long-Term Hire - If it's a great fit, we're open to growing with you