SEO Executive

Were The Branding People, a Malaysia-based digital marketing agency serving brands across Southeast Asia. We turn insights into strategy, strategy into creative work, and creative work into measurable impact.

You will require to support SEO efforts through keyword and competitor research, on-page and technical optimization, content alignment, link-building, and performance tracking, while staying updated on SEO trends and supporting team projects.

What You'll Be Crafting

• Assist in keyword research, SERP analysis, and competitor research to support SEO initiatives

• Execute on-page SEO tasks such as optimising titles, meta descriptions, headings, URLs, and internal linking

• Support content optimisation by working with content writers to align content with search intent and SEO best practices

• Conduct SEO checks / technical audit including site speed, indexing status, broken links

• Execute link-building strategies and manage outreach campaigns

• Monitor keyword rankings and basic SEO performance metrics using SEO tools

• Stay updated on Google algorithm updates and SEO trends

• Support the SEO team with ad-hoc tasks and project requirements

Your Superpowers

• Core SEO Experience

  • Minimum 1-2 years of experience or strong foundational knowledge in SEO

  • Strong understanding of SEO principles: on-page, off-page & technical SEO

• AI & Workflow

  • Exposure to using ChatGPT or AI tools for SEO research, ideation, or content support

  • Understanding that AI outputs require review, editing, and validation

  • Willingness to learn proper AI usage as part of SEO workflows

• Tools & Technical Awareness

  • Familiarity with SEO tools such as Ahrefs, Ubersuggest, Google Search Console, or Google Analytics

• Familiarity with WordPress CMS and SEO plugins (Yoast, Rank Math, etc.)

  • Basic understanding of HTML structure

• Nice-to-Have (Strong Advantage)

  • Experience in BlackHat SEO

  • English is mandatory but good written Mandarin and / or Bahasa Malaysia is a plus

• What We Look For

  • Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt

  • Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

  • Ability to support in both execution and optimisation work

  • Uses data and insights (not guesswork) to improve SEO outcomes

  • Clear and effective communication with team members

What You'll Get Here

• Freedom to Work from Anywhere
  Remote flexibility that empowers deep work and creative flow.

• Upskilling That Actually Changes You
  Workshops, coaching, and exposure to brands across SEA with real learning and real growth.

• Lucrative Pay That Reflects Value
  Competitive salary packages designed to reward excellence, not just attendance.

• Health & Wellness Support
  Benefits that keep your mind sharp and your energy sustainable.

• People Who Want You to Win
  A driven team that collaborates, questions, builds — and celebrates progress.

• Plus More — Because Were Still Growing
  We refine, improve, and innovate constantly. You grow as we grow.