Job Description
Are you ready to accelerate your career? Velocity Tech Group is urgently hiring a versatile Senior SEO Specialist & Talent Acquisition Lead based in Los Angeles. In this high-impact role, you will own our search engine optimization strategy while spearheading our recruitment efforts to attract top-tier engineering and marketing talent. We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves solving complex problems.
As part of our elite team, you will bridge the gap between technical SEO and human capital management, ensuring our brand dominates local search results and we hire the best people in California.
Responsibilities
SEO Mastery: Conduct in-depth keyword research and on-page optimization to improve organic rankings for high-volume local search terms.
Talent Sourcing: Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean strings to identify and engage passive candidates for technical roles.
Technical Audits: Perform comprehensive website audits to identify crawl errors, site speed issues, and schema markup opportunities.
Content Strategy: Collaborate with the content team to develop SEO-friendly blogs and landing pages that drive conversion.
Interviewing: Screen, interview, and present qualified candidates to hiring managers, managing the full recruitment lifecycle.
Performance Analysis: Monitor Google Analytics and Search Console data to track KPIs and adjust strategies in real-time.
Community Building: Represent the company at local LA tech meetups and networking events.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in SEO and Technical Recruiting or a hybrid role.
Strong command of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for technical SEO implementation.
Proficiency in ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) such as Greenhouse or Lever.
Deep understanding of Google’s E-E-A-T guidelines and local SEO ranking factors.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical jargon to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced startup environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Human Resources.