SEO Content Writer WordPress CMS

Role Overview:

• Temporary SEO Content Writer supporting a six month content surge tied to tax law changes and high demand initiatives.
• Create, update, and optimize long form blog content to keep information accurate, clear, and search optimized.
• Work remotely within the Marketing SEO Content team and report to the SEO Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update and optimize existing posts for accuracy, clarity, and SEO performance.
• Write two to three long form posts per week of 1,200 to 1,500 words based on SEO briefs and seasonal topics.
• Implement on page SEO best practices including keyword usage, internal links, metadata, headings, and structured content.
• Publish in WordPress with correct formatting, accessibility, and technical SEO elements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and the SEO Manager to ensure content is compliant, factual, and on brand.
• Use content optimization tools to identify keyword opportunities and improve quality scores.
• Maintain a rapid publishing cadence with three-to-four-day turnarounds when needed.
• Proofread and QA for grammar, style, and factual accuracy before publishing.
• Coordinate with web operations and analytics for tracking, technical checks, and performance reporting.

Must Have Qualifications:

• Five years of professional experience writing and editing for the web in content marketing or SEO roles.
• Proficiency with WordPress for creating, formatting, and publishing content.
• Strong knowledge of SEO principles including keyword research, metadata, internal linking, and on page optimization.
• Experience in regulated industries such as finance, banking, or taxation.
• Demonstrated hands on use or familiarity with AI or LLM tools used in content workflows.
• Excellent written communication and strong organization to manage multiple deadlines.
• Comfortable presenting and collaborating on camera in virtual meetings.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, fact checking, and adherence to brand style guides.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with content optimization tools such as Clearscope, MarketMuse, or SurferSEO.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. tax concepts or personal finance topics.
• Experience collaborating with marketing or editorial teams in fast paced environments.
• Familiarity with CRM, analytics, or project tools used for content operations.

Work Model & Logistics:

• Six month remote contract reporting to the SEO Manager.
• One opening with no relocation assistance.
• Department is Marketing SEO Content within the accounting industry.