Freelance SEO Executive

Freelance SEO Executive

Leeds-based (or Remote)

Freelance | Project-based | Potential for Retainer Work

Rhetoric Studios is a boutique SEO & Digital Growth consultancy helping ambitious brands dominate search. Based in Leeds, we bring over 24 years of combined SEO experience across technical SEO, AI-powered content strategy, and authority building. We don’t just chase rankings — we build systems for long-term, measurable growth.

About the Role

We’re looking for a part time Freelance SEO Executive to support us across key client accounts. You’ll assist with data preparation, keyword research, on-page optimisation, link building, technical audits, and content briefs — helping deliver real impact to fast-growing brands.

This role is ideal for someone confident with the fundamentals, eager to grow fast, and able to follow strategic direction with autonomy.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct in-depth keyword research to support content and page strategy
• Optimise on-page elements (titles, meta tags, internal linking, etc.)
• Execute link building and outreach tactics
• Assist with technical SEO audits and reporting
• Collaborate on content planning and brief creation
• Contribute to ongoing SEO strategy and ideation
• Support with occasional social/distribution if relevant

✅ About You

• 1–2+ years’ specialist experience in SEO – technical, content or digital PR (agency or freelance)
• Solid grasp of keyword tools (e.g. Ahrefs, Semrush, GSC)
• Basic understanding of technical SEO (site speed, indexing, etc.)
• Good copy instincts for on-page tweaks and content briefs
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication – especially via Slack, Notion, and async tools
• Bonus: Any experience with AI writing tools, programmatic SEO, or analytics dashboards

Why Work With Us?

• We will look after your growth, and pay invoices on time
• Flexible freelance setup with potential for long-term work
• Work with a senior SEO strategist (14+ years’ experience)
• High-quality clients, expecting best work
• Learn how advanced SEO systems are built, not just tactics
• Transparent, respectful, no-BS working style

Note to recruiters : We’re focused on long-term relationships with candidates and aren’t engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.