Posted Jul 10, 2026

SEO Backlink Specialist

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This is a remote position. Job Title: SEO Backlink Specialist (Off-Page SEO) location: Remote Timming: 5pm ist to 2am ist Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are looking for a detail-oriented and results-driven SEO Backlink Specialist to manage and execute off-page SEO strategies. The role focuses on high-quality backlink acquisition, outreach, link audits, and competitor analysis to improve organic rankings, domain authority, and referral traffic across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities 1. Backlink Strategy & Execution • Develop and execute white-hat backlink strategies aligned with SEO goals. • Identify high-authority, relevant websites for link-building opportunities. • Acquire backlinks through guest posting, niche edits, outreach, citations, PR links, and resource links. • Ensure all links comply with Google Webmaster Guidelines. 2. Outreach & Relationship Management • Conduct email and platform-based outreach to bloggers, webmasters, publishers, and partners. • Build and maintain long-term relationships for recurring backlink opportunities. • Manage outreach databases and follow-up cycles. 3. Competitor & Backlink Analysis • Analyse competitor backlink profiles using tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, MOZ, etc. • Identify backlink gaps and opportunities to outrank competitors. • Track lost, broken, and toxic links. 4. Link Quality & Audits • Perform regular backlink audits to ensure quality and relevance. • Identify and disavow toxic or spam-my links when required. • Monitor anchor text distribution and link velocity. 5. Reporting & Documentation • Maintain detailed backlink trackers and outreach logs. • Prepare weekly and monthly backlink reports (links built, DA/DR, traffic impact). • Document SOPs and best practices for off-page SEO. 6. Collaboration & Compliance • Coordinate with on-page SEO, content, and outreach teams for linkable assets. • Stay updated with SEO algorithm updates and link-building trends. • Follow internal processes, timelines, and quality benchmarks. Requirements Technical & SEO Skills • Strong understanding of off-page SEO and backlink strategies. • Hands-on experience with tools such as Ahrefs, SEMrush, MOZ, GSC. • Knowledge of anchor text strategy, do-follow/no-follow links, DR/DA metrics. • Understanding of spam signals, link penalties, and disavow process. Outreach & Communication • Excellent written communication for outreach emails. • Ability to personalise pitches and negotiate placements. • Experience using outreach tools or CRMs (preferred). Experience • 1–3 years of experience in backlink building or off-page SEO. • Experience working with multiple projects or in an agency environment is a plus.