Remote Local SEO Specialist

Job description: We are seeking a **local SEO expert** with profound experience in executing data\-driven strategies that lead to measurable growth in **calls, leads, and booked jobs** for a home services business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on taking full ownership of local SEO—from strategy to execution—and who understands how to rank in the **Google Map Pack**, dominate **local organic search**, and convert traffic into revenue\-generating customers. This is a performance\-focused role where results matter. You must know what it takes to move the needle in competitive local markets and have a proven track record of doing just that. **Key Responsibilities:** * Build and execute comprehensive local SEO strategies tailored to service areas and business goals. * Prioritize high\-impact actions that drive visibility, local traffic, and inbound leads. * Conduct competitive research and market analysis for each target city or region. * Fully manage and optimize Google Business Profiles for all business locations and service areas. * Create and optimize location\-specific landing pages to support local SEO and paid campaigns. * Continuously optimize based on data and performance KPIs. * Manage and execute Google Business Profile (GBP) verifications, ensuring accurate setup and ownership across different locations. * Resolve GBP suspensions efficiently by identifying issues, submitting reinstatement requests, and maintaining compliance with Google's guidelines. **Job Requirements**: * Proven experience in executing local SEO strategies with demonstrable results. * Experience working with or for home services businesses (HVAC, plumbing, roofing, electrical, etc.). * Strong understanding of local ranking factors and SEO tools (e.g., BrightLocal, Whitespark, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Business Profile, GSC, GA4\). * Experience managing multi\-location SEO strategies is a plus. * Knowledge of technical SEO fundamentals and local business schema implementation. * Ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines. * Excellent analytical skills with a data\-driven mindset. * Strong communication skills to report progress and collaborate with stakeholders. **DEALBREAKER** \- We have a 0 tolerance policy for missed deadlines. If you aren’t prepared to be on time every time, this is NOT the job for you. Job Type: Part\-time With EST hours Work Location: Remote Job Types: Part\-time, Contract Pay: $15\.00 \- $20\.00 per hour Work Location: Remote