SEO / AEO Specialist

SEO / AEO Specialist
Remote- Salary Range: $2000- $2500- Schedule: 6PM-3AM

Company Overview

It is a specialized digital marketing agency helps vacation rental management companies drive direct bookings and acquire new homeowners. To deliver high-impact growth, the team combines technical SEO, content strategy, AI search optimization (AEO), and transparent performance reporting. Operating remotely, the company fosters a lean, data-driven environment for specialists who thrive on high ownership and rapid iteration. Team members prioritize clear communication, thoughtful execution, and continuous learning across all projects. The culture is built on a strong builder's mindset focused on documenting proven processes, automating repetitive workflows, and maximizing client ROI. Ultimately, every effort centers on delivering measurable results that move the needle in the competitive hospitality and real estate markets.

Mission

We are seeking a hands-on SEO/AEO Specialist to take full ownership of search performance across a portfolio of client sites. In this role, you will combine technical troubleshooting, on-page optimization, content strategy, and analytics setup to drive organic growth and AI search visibility. You will leverage modern AI tools daily for drafting, data analysis, QA, and workflow automation to maximize speed and precision. Successful execution requires translating complex SEO findings and measurement insights into clear, actionable reporting for both clients and teammates. Ideal candidates thrive on solving technical challenges, building scalable systems, and directly driving revenue through direct bookings and homeowner leads. Ultimately, you will serve as a high-impact driver of growth for clients in the vacation rental and hospitality sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily tasks will vary, giving you room to learn, grow, and strengthen your skills while supporting the team with excellence.

• Own on-page optimization: titles, meta descriptions, headings, internal linking, and content refreshes across client sites
• Implement and validate schema markup (LocalBusiness, LodgingBusiness, FAQ) using JSON-LD
• Crawl sites to identify issues; diagnose ranking drops, keyword cannibalization, indexing problems, and Search Console errors
• Set up and maintain measurement: GA4 properties, Google Tag Manager containers, UTM conventions, conversion events, and Search Console integrations
• Conduct keyword and competitor research in SEMrush and translate findings into content plans, briefs, and optimization roadmaps
• Optimize for AI search (AEO): improve entity clarity, structure content, create citation-ready pages, and monitor visibility in AI systems
• Create clear monthly reports with insights, trends, and plain-English recommendations for non-technical stakeholders
• Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) daily for drafting, analysis, QA, and building repeatable, documented workflows
• Execute updates in WordPress and custom CMS environments with careful QA and version control
• Collaborate with clients and internal leads; explain data clearly and set priority-focused roadmaps
• Monitor performance KPIs and iterate quickly based on data, tests, and client goals
• Build light automations or workflows (e.g., Zapier/Make/Gumloop) to streamline recurring tasks

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: 4+ years hands-on SEO with measurable results
• Core Analytics & SEO Tools: GA4, Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Screaming Frog (or similar crawler), Surfer SEO (or similar), WordPress.
• Technical & Code: Basic HTML/CSS, JSON-LD schema markup, AI prompt engineering (ChatGPT, Claude).
  
• Bonus Tools (Nice-to-Have): Agency Analytics, Jasper, Lovable, Notion, Automation & MCP tools (Gumloop, Zapier, Make).
• CRM Requirements: None.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional written communication and ability to explain data in plain English
• Analytical problem-solving and diagnostic skills; strong attention to detail
• Self-directed ownership, prioritization, and time management
• Advanced use of AI tools for drafting, analysis, QA, and workflow building
• Content optimization and brief creation grounded in search intent and entities
• Technical SEO fundamentals: indexing, canonicals, schema, site crawls
• Client-facing professionalism and proactive issue spotting
• Documentation mindset and process improvement orientation

Technical Requirements

• Own PC or laptop
• Reliable internet connection (wired connection recommended)
• Noise-cancelling headset and a quiet, professional workspace
• Access to and proficiency with GA4, Google Tag Manager, and Google Search Console
• Access to SEMrush and a site crawler (e.g., Screaming Frog or equivalent)
• Ability to work in WordPress and custom CMS environments
• Active accounts for AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) for daily workflow use
• Capability to implement and validate JSON-LD schema

Position Description

• Working Hours: 9 hours, from 6:00 PM till 3:00 AM Beirut Time.
• Working Days: 5 days a week
• Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
• Work Location: Fully-remote, you can work from anywhere
• PTO (Paid Time Off): Flexible. You may request time off anytime with advanced notice
• Salary Range: $2000- $2500