Pearl Talent

Work Arrangement: Remote

Job Type: Independent Contractor, Freelance

Work Schedule: Flexible — As needed based on training sessions

Locations: Global — Open to all countries

About Pearl Talent::

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

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Why Work with Us?:

At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, make an impact, and build a long-term career. We believe in creating environments where your potential is recognized, your voice matters, and your success is tied to meaningful work—not short-term perks. Joining Pearl means stepping into opportunities that challenge you, support you, and set you up for lasting success.

Role Overview::

We are seeking a seasoned SEO professional with expertise in recruitment marketing to train and upskill our internal hiring team. The role exists to build capability around SEO-driven job posting optimization, helping the recruitment department significantly increase visibility, ranking, and applicant volume across job boards and search engines. This position is strategic, instructional, and execution-light—you will design frameworks, templates, and training material while enabling the team to implement SEO best practices independently. The ideal candidate thrives in a consultative environment, communicates complex concepts simply, and enjoys empowering teams through hands-on coaching and structured learning.

Your Impact:

In this role, you will elevate the effectiveness of our job postings by equipping the team with the tools and knowledge needed to optimize content for search engines and job platforms. You will directly influence candidate volume, quality, and conversion rates by improving job post visibility across Google for Jobs, job boards, and other search channels. Your training will help standardize SEO practices, streamline job posting workflows, and establish measurable performance-tracking methods. Ultimately, your contribution will result in improved hiring efficiency and stronger applicant pipelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Training & Enablement
• Conduct live or recorded training sessions on SEO best practices for job postings.
• Teach keyword research tailored to recruitment and role-specific visibility.
• Break down technical SEO concepts into simple steps for non-technical teams.
• Provide ongoing guidance during training engagement.
• Job Description Optimization
• Audit current job descriptions and identify SEO improvement areas.
• Recommend structural and content adjustments to improve ranking and visibility.
• Optimize job posts for Google for Jobs and job board algorithms.
• Ensure consistency and clarity across job posting formats.
• Framework & Template Development
• Create reusable job posting optimization templates.
• Develop an actionable SEO checklist for recruitment workflows.
• Build frameworks that enable the team to independently optimize future job posts.
• Performance Tracking & Insights
• Define metrics and KPIs for job posting visibility and conversion.
• Provide documentation on how to measure and track performance.
• Recommend tools and methods for ongoing monitoring.

Requirements:

Must-Haves (Required)

• 3+ years of hands-on SEO experience.
• Proven success improving job visibility, ranking, and applicant volume.
• Strong understanding of job board algorithms, ATS optimization, and Google for Jobs.
• Experience training or coaching non-technical teams.
• Ability to produce clear frameworks, documentation, and templates.
• Familiarity with recruitment operations and hiring workflows.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Experience working with internal recruitment teams.
• Background in recruitment marketing or employer branding.
• Knowledge of content optimization for high-volume hiring environments.
• Exposure to fast-paced or startup environments.

Tools Proficiency:

Must-Haves (Required)

• Google Workspace
• SEO tools (e.g., Google Search Console, Google Keyword Planner)
• ATS familiarity (any major platform)
• Job board optimization tools
• Analytics and reporting tools

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• SEMrush
• Ahrefs
• Moz
• Notion
• Project management tools (Asana, Trello)

Benefits:

Compensation Package::

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
• Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
• Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to rest and recharge
• Health Coverage: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
• Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
• Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance

Our Recruitment Process::

• Application
• Screening
• Skills Assessment
• Top-grading Interview
• Final Interview
• Job Offer
• Onboarding

Ready to Join Us?:

If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.