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Summary
Responsible for implementing Northwestern Mutual Search Engine Optimization (SEO) organic search marketing strategies as defined by an SEO roadmap. This position will manage search-related projects, make SEO recommendations, and report on organic search performance. The SEO Analyst will work with content, engineering and marketing teams to implement best-in-class SEO.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Using defined SEO tools, monitor organic rankings, perform keyword audits, research to advise on related content strategy, optimize existing content and uncover new opportunities (gap analysis).
• Partner with content teams during content development to provide recommendations and execute strategies in coordination with SEO goals - general and keyword specific. Write meta data, make internal linking recommendations.
• Review copy and approve web content prior to publication in order to ensure we are using the best SEO strategies and practices.
• Monitor defined SEO tools to identify technical SEO issues and work with Martech/engineering teams to solution.
• Support NM local search marketing initiatives managing Google Search Console updates and requests and working with field website teams to implement local search strategy.
• Coordinate off-page link building campaigns in coordination with SEO goals and co-manage budget for linking initiatives.
• Work closely with internal partners and agencies to monitor and administer web analytics dashboards, reports and key reporting tools, and point out key areas of importance in accordance to goals.
• Keep pace with SEO and digital marketing industry trends and developments.

Bring Your Best! What this role needs:

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEM/SEO)
• Willingness to continuously learn and monitor changes in the landscape
• Knowledge and experience with common SEO tools such as: Brightedge/Conductor/SEOClarity, Google Search Console, Bing Webmaster Tools, Moz.com and SEMRush.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS (not coding level)
• Solid ability to think creatively, and identify and resolve problems
• Attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task in a deadline driven atmosphere
• Ability to clearly and effectively articulate thoughts and points
• High levels of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management and time management skills
• Ability to work with a diverse and dynamic team

Benefits:

• 401K
• Company sponsored retirement plan
• Educational assistance
• Performance based incentive pay
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Caregiver time off
• ....and more

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This job is not covered by the existing Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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