SEO Manager

About the role

Pontifex Ltd is seeking an experienced SEO Manager to lead strategic search innovation for global brands. The role focuses on overseeing Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) and AI‑driven visibility, ensuring clients achieve sustainable digital presence across search engines and emerging AI platforms.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary client‑facing authority on all SEO matters, handling calls, presentations, and written communication.
• Validate and quality‑check all reports and deliverables from the SEO team before they reach the client.
• Hold SEO team members accountable for turnaround times and quality standards.
• Own the full contractual scope of each account, ensuring deliverables match promised objectives.
• Identify and surface strategic opportunities beyond standard rankings, including AEO, Reddit visibility, and LLM sentiment.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in SEO.
• Fully fluent in English.
• Strong client‑relationship skills with the ability to communicate nuanced, data‑driven insights.

Required skills

• Reddit marketing
• Quality control
• Investment management
• Google Search Console
• Google Analytics

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary ranging from ZAR 40,000 to ZAR 55,000.
• Remote work for South Africa residents.
• Opportunity to shape SEO strategy for leading B2B, SaaS, healthcare, legal, and e‑commerce brands.