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Job Description
The Marketing Team at Traveloka drives our brand's impact with creativity and strategy. Through innovative campaigns and a deep understanding of our customers, they ensure Traveloka remains a leader in the travel industry. Guided by our values, they embody our mission to make travel accessible and enjoyable for all.
Position Overview:
The SEO Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our SEO strategy to increase our online presence and improve our search engine rankings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SEO, particularly within the online travel platform or e-commerce sectors, and a deep understanding of the Japanese market. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to lead and mentor a team of SEO specialists.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and Execute SEO Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive SEO strategies that align with our business goals and objectives.
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Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of SEO specialists, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
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Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market analysis to understand the Japanese market dynamics, customer behavior, and competitor strategies.
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Keyword Research and Optimization: Perform detailed keyword research to identify opportunities for content optimization and new content creation.
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On-Page and Off-Page SEO: Optimize website content, meta tags, and other on-page elements, as well as develop and execute effective off-page SEO strategies.
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Content Strategy: Collaborate with the content team to develop SEO-friendly content that meets the needs of our target audience.
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Technical SEO: Work closely with the development team to ensure the website is optimized for search engines, including site structure, page speed, and mobile optimization.
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Analytics and Reporting: Monitor, analyze, and report on SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, and other SEO software. Provide actionable insights and recommendations.
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Stay Updated on SEO Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm changes, and best practices to ensure our strategies remain effective.
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Local SEO: Optimize our online presence for local search terms and ensure we are visible in local directories and listings.
Requirements
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Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in SEO, with at least 3 years of experience leading and managing an SEO team.
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Industry Background: Preferably experienced in the online travel platform or e-commerce sectors.
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Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Japanese market and its unique characteristics.
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Technical Skills: Proficient in SEO tools and software such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, and Moz.
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Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
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Leadership Skills: Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
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Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex SEO concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Language Proficiency: Native in Japanese and proficient in English.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Top Skills
What We Do
We don’t innovate for the sake of innovation, we utilize technology to simplify people’s lives so they can enjoy their lives better. That belief is what brought Traveloka to be the leading travel platform in Southeast Asia. Traveloka serves 20+ products that include comprehensive travel services. From transportations to accommodations, discovering nearby attractions, and insurance products to financial services, including the groundbreaking ‘Buy Now Pay Later’.
With 100+ millions downloads in six countries across the SEA region, we aim to keep exploring for better innovations — all to fulfill our users’ travel aspirations so they can enjoy their lives, their way.