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.