AI Search Strategist (100% Remote)

***Our client has set rate ranges based on defined geographic zones. Please see below for example***

• Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC) - Max Pay Rate: $102.13/hr
• Zone 2 (including Southern CA, DC, IL) - Max Pay Rate: $96/hr
• Zone 3 (including AZ, CO, VA, HI) - Max Pay Rate: $89.87/hr
• Zone 4 (including FL, NM, TN ) - Max Pay Rate: $83.75/hr

Our Customer is an employment-oriented online service that operates via websites and mobile apps. They are the world's largest professional network with nearly 800 million members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Their vision is to create economic opportunities for every member of the global workforce and aim to connect the world’s professionals to make them more productive and successful. Launched on May 5, 2003, the platform is primarily used for professional networking and career development.

We are seeking an AI Search Strategist on a contract basis to help support our customer's business needs. This role is 100% remote.

**Please ensure that your LinkedIn profile is included in your resume**

This role will be the dedicated partner to a specific business unit, helping them adapt to the rapid shifts in AI-driven discovery (answer engine optimization, generative search, conversational AI). You’ll translate emerging trends into actionable strategies that increase visibility, engagement, and measurable business impact.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in SEO and content strategy, paired with an understanding of how audiences discover information across AI platforms, traditional search engines, and social surfaces. This is both a strategic and hands-on role—connecting insights, content-producing teams, and functional partners to ensure the brand shows up where it matters most.

Responsibilities:

• Lead GEO/AEO initiatives for a specific business unit, combining content and technical strategies to maximize AI-driven search visibility
• Act as the primary liaison between business units, SEO/Organic Growth teams, and content teams to align on AI search priorities
• Translate emerging AI and search trends into actionable recommendations for content creation, optimization, and distribution
• Partner with centers of excellence and functional leads to integrate AI search strategies into content planning and execution
• Monitor and analyze performance across AI search platforms, traditional search engines, and social discovery channels
• Utilize tools such as Google Search Console, Sprinklr, and analytics platforms to generate insights and measure performance
• Identify quick-win opportunities and lead tactical initiatives to improve visibility across evolving discovery channels
• Drive experimentation and continuous improvement in AI-driven search strategies
• Support adaptation of search strategies in response to evolving AI-powered discovery trends

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Data Science, Business, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in SEO or organic growth
• 2+ years of experience or familiarity with AI-powered search platforms such as ChatGPT, OpenAI, Perplexity, or Google AI Overviews
• Strong understanding of SEO principles, including content optimization and technical SEO fundamentals
• Experience analyzing performance data and translating insights into actionable strategies
• Familiarity with web analytics and search tools such as Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, or similar
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6-8+ years of experience in SEO, AI search, or digital marketing within enterprise or global environments
• Experience driving measurable results through AI-powered search and content strategies
• Understanding of AI-driven discovery surfaces such as conversational search, generative recommendations, and AI overviews
• Strong knowledge of website health, structured data, and technical SEO for AI/LLM discoverability
• Experience with tools such as Adobe Analytics, Adobe Experience Manager, Tableau, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, Profound, or Sprinklr
• Experience in influencing stakeholders and aligning cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.