Link Acquisition Specialist

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Saint Julian's, MLT
In-Office
30K-45K Annually
Mid level
Agency • Professional Services
The Role
Develop and execute backlink acquisition strategies: research and secure high-quality links, evaluate publisher/domain quality, monitor campaign performance, manage outreach pipeline, report results, and collaborate with internal teams to align with SEO objectives.
Summary Generated by Built In
Our client is a fast-growing SEO technology company that helps businesses acquire high-quality backlinks through a scalable and data-driven platform. By combining advanced automation, real-time tracking, and access to a large network of verified publishers, they enable SEO teams to execute link acquisition strategies more efficiently and at scale.
We are currently looking for an experienced Link Acquisition Specialist to join their remote team.
About the Role
As a Link Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in developing and executing backlink acquisition strategies for clients across a variety of industries. You will be responsible for identifying high-value link opportunities, evaluating publisher quality, monitoring campaign performance, and ensuring that acquired links contribute to measurable SEO growth.
This is a role for someone who understands that successful link acquisition is about far more than volume. You have a strong understanding of relevance, authority, risk assessment, and long-term SEO value, and you are comfortable making decisions based on data rather than assumptions.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders to align link acquisition efforts with broader SEO and marketing objectives while continuously identifying opportunities to improve campaign performance and return on investment.
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate combines technical SEO knowledge with commercial thinking. You understand how backlinks contribute to organic growth, can identify valuable opportunities quickly, and are able to prioritize outreach activities that generate measurable results.
You are detail-oriented, data-driven, and comfortable taking ownership of your work while collaborating effectively with colleagues & managing your own outreach pipeline.
Tasks
Key Responsibilities
* Research, evaluate, and secure high-quality backlink opportunities
* Assess domain quality, topical relevance, authority metrics, and traffic potential
* Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify acquisition opportunities
* Develop and refine link acquisition strategies based on client objectives
* Monitor backlink performance and contribute recommendations for optimization
* Ensure timely activation, indexation, and quality control of acquired links
* Maintain accurate documentation and campaign reporting
* Collaborate with internal teams to align link-building activities with overall SEO strategy
* Build and maintain relationships with publishers and external partners where required
* Stay up to date with SEO trends, search engine developments, and industry best practices
* Report & collaborate directly with the CEO
Requirements
Previous experience working with link building and/or link acquisition is a must.
* Great understanding of backlink quality signals and SEO performance metrics
* Experience using SEO tools such as Ahrefs, Semrush, Majestic, or similar platforms
* Ability to evaluate domains based on metrics such as DR, DA, traffic, relevance, and link profile quality
* Strong outreach skills, in particular via e-mail & text outreach channels
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
* Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
* Experience from an SEO agency, affiliate marketing, iGaming, SaaS, or digital marketing environment, as well as experience with business negotiation, is considered highly advantageous
Benefits
\- Flexibility in a fully remote work setup
\- Very competitive salary; 30-45k EUR base salary, depending on experience
\- Commission based on performance & targets
\- Work in a startup culture with ability to shape & improve procedures
\- Build and expand your own portfolio of publication sites & link building partners with free hands
Our client is looking to hire ASAP and will be looking to fill the role in June or latest July.
Does this role sound interesting to you? Apply with your CV directly and we will contact all relevant candidates within a few days.

Skills Required

  • Previous experience with link building or link acquisition
  • Understanding of backlink quality signals and SEO performance metrics
  • Experience using SEO tools such as Ahrefs, Semrush, Majestic, or similar platforms
  • Ability to evaluate domains using metrics (DR, DA, traffic, relevance, link profile quality)
  • Strong outreach skills, particularly email and text outreach
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
  • Experience in SEO agency, affiliate marketing, iGaming, SaaS, or digital marketing and business negotiation
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The Company
15 Employees
Year Founded: 2022

What We Do

Next Job Abroad is an international recruitment company that helps individuals find job opportunities abroad. They provide comprehensive support throughout the job search and relocation process, including assistance with CVs, job interview preparation, and securing housing. Their services are free for candidates, and they focus on connecting professionals with roles in Europe where they can utilize their native languages.

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