SEO Content Editor

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring a remote SEO Content Editor to join our client’s team.

In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping educational articles on home loans and real estate. Your editorial expertise will be key in refining long-form journalistic content for clarity, accuracy, and alignment with SEO and compliance standards. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented wordsmith who understands the mindset of homebuyers and the nuances of search engine optimization, all within a fast-paced and high-performing environment.

There is no application deadline for this role.

SEO Content Editor Responsibilities:

• Edit 3-5 long-form articles daily, covering topics such as home loans, mortgages, and real estate trends.
• Simplify complex financial concepts into engaging content accessible to a broad audience, especially first-time homebuyers.
• Submit articles for compliance review promptly.
• Integrate target keywords and links, optimizing headlines and meta descriptions for SEO.
• Collaborate with SEO specialists to apply best practices and monitor content performance, suggesting data-driven improvements.
• Conduct thorough fact-checking, sourcing and verifying primary sources.
• Stay informed on mortgage rates, lending regulations, and market trends.
• Ensure content meets regulatory standards, working closely with legal and compliance teams.
• Maintain brand voice consistency and implement feedback efficiently.
• Work with content writers, subject matter experts, and marketing team members.
• Engage in editorial planning and strategy discussions.
• Provide feedback to junior writers and present content performance reports to stakeholders.

SEO Content Editor Qualifications:

• Over 10 years of professional editing experience in digital content, journalism, or publishing.
• At least 3 years of expertise in personal finance, home loans, real estate, or related fields.
• A bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning & Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.