Job Description
Who we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior SEO Content Writer to join our growing SEO team in Pune, Maharashtra, India. As a Senior Specialist, you will build compelling, high-quality content optimized for search engines to drive traffic, engagement, and conversions. You will align content strategies and brand guidelines to meet business objectives and ensure our content resonates with a US-based audience.
What you'll be doing
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Research, write, and optimize engaging SEO product landing pages, articles, blogs, and other digital content tailored to the customer service industry across multiple target audiences for the US.
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Implement standard processes for SEO, such as keyword research, metadata optimization, SERP analysis, and on-page SEO techniques, to elevate search engine rankings.
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Select relevant, engaging, and SEO-friendly images to accompany content.
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Collaborate with the product marketing and brand teams to align content strategies with business goals.
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Ensure all content is written in proficient US English and aligns with brand voice and guidelines.
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Stay up-to-date with SEO trends, algorithm updates, and SaaS industry developments to maintain relevance and efficiency.
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Analyze content performance metrics and adjust strategies to improve outcomes.
What you bring to the role
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Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in SEO content writing, preferably in SaaS industry.
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Degree in English, writing, journalism, marketing, public relations, or advertising, or equivalent experience.
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Proficient in US English with outstanding writing, editing, and communication skills.
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Submitted portfolio of digital articles or blogs written for SEO purposes.
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Demonstrated expertise in SEO for writing, including keyword research tools, analytics platforms, and SEO optimization techniques.
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Ability to identify and select appropriate images that improve the visual appeal and efficiency of content.
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Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Adobe) and basic HTML for SEO is a plus.
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Willingness to work on a night shift work schedule - 06:00PM to 02:00AM (IST) OR 09:00PM to 06:00AM.
Basic Qualifications:
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Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in SEO content writing.
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Degree in English, writing, journalism, marketing, public relations, or advertising, or equivalent experience.
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Proficient in US English with outstanding writing, editing, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience in the SaaS industry.
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Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Adobe) and basic HTML for SEO.
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Proven ability to select relevant, engaging images to improve content.
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Please note that Zendesk can only hire candidates who are physically located and plan to work from Karnataka or Maharashtra. Please refer to the location posted on the requisition for where this role is based.
Hybrid: In this role, our hybrid experience is designed at the team level to give you a rich onsite experience packed with connection, collaboration, learning, and celebration - while also giving you flexibility to work remotely for part of the week. This role must attend our local office for part of the week. The specific in-office schedule is to be determined by the hiring manager.
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