Local SEO Specialist (Google Business Profile)

20four7VA
Global
fulltime
Media / Content / Writing Worldwide Fully Remote Unspecified

Posted 20 hours ago

Job Description

Title: I-CPT-10369 Local SEO Specialist (Google Business Profile)
Independent Contractor – Local SEO Specialist (Google Business Profile/IT Dev/Advanced Level (Remote).

Overview
20four7VA is seeking offshore independent contractors to deliver remote services to clients worldwide, with a primary focus on developed markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
We are seeking an advanced-level Local SEO Specialist with deep expertise in Google Business Profile (GBP) optimization. This role is ideal for someone with several years of hands-on experience managing and growing GBPs and who understands how to improve local search visibility through consistent optimization, keyword strategy, and high-quality content.

The primary goal of this role is to ensure assigned Google Business Profiles consistently appear in relevant local Google searches through best-practice Local SEO execution.

The objective of each engagement is to assist the client in improving business efficiency, enhancing service delivery, or supporting operational functions through high-quality, task-specific services rendered by a qualified contractor.

Scope of Services
Contractors will be required to provide services that align with the following client tasks:
  • Optimize Google Business Profiles for all assigned accounts on a routine basis
  • Conduct local keyword research (up to 15 keywords per account) to support GBP optimization
  • Create and publish high-intent, Local SEO–optimized GBP posts weekly for each assigned account
  • Upload organic, relevant photos to each Google Business Profile on a weekly basis
  • Ensure all posts, photos, and review responses incorporate relevant local keywords naturally
  • Maintain professional, error-free content with proper English grammar
  • Advise the Account Executive on additional Local SEO best practices to improve GBP visibility
  • Monitor performance and recommend ongoing improvements for local search rankings

Each engagement is based on a defined scope of work and is governed by an independent contractor agreement. Services must be performed professionally, with adherence to any timelines, guidelines, and deliverables agreed upon in writing.

Skills
The Contractor must demonstrate proficiency in the following, depending on the Client’s requirements:
  • Advanced-level experience in Local SEO with a strong focus on Google Business Profile management
  • Proven track record of improving GBP visibility and local search rankings
  • Excellent written English skills with strong attention to grammar and detail
  • Strong understanding of local keyword research and search intent
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts efficiently
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven
  • Extensive experience using Google Business Profile
  •  Willingness to learn and use proprietary internal software (training provided)
  •  Experience using ClickUp for task management and internal communication

Work Schedule
  • Contracted Hours per Week: 20 Hours
  • Scheduled Working Days: Monday through Friday 
  • Daily Working Time: TBD EST

Note: The Company will make reasonable efforts to align the Assigned VA’s schedule with the Client’s preferred hours as set forth above. However, availability may vary based on time zones, capacity, and the contracted hours set in this SOW. Any changes must be mutually agreed to in writing through a revised SOW.

Terms of Engagement
  • Contractors will operate under a Master Services Agreement and a Statement of Work
  • This is not an offer of employment; contractors are not employees of 20four7VA or any client
  • All compensation is processed through 20four7VA according to the terms of the engagement
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that this opportunity is for an independent contractor engagement and not an offer of employment. All applications will be reviewed based on alignment with client needs, qualifications, and availability. If selected, a member of our team will reach out to discuss next steps and potential client matching.
We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially working with you on future client engagements!

Required Skills

Keyword Research and PlanningWritingCommunicationAttention to Detail

About the Company

20four7VA

20four7VA

Human Resource Services

11 - 50 Founded 2010
20four7VA offers reliable virtual assistant services to businesses on a global scale. Over the years, we have served over 3,000 clients on six continents across dozens of industries, including eCommerce, construction, healthcare, real estate, hospitality, finance, education, and more.

We work with small-to-medium-sized businesses, solopreneurs, and freelance business owners in any industry to provide them access to skilled offshore contract talent that will allow them to scale their businesses faster and more efficiently at a reasonable cost.

20four7VA is a privately held remote hiring and contract staffing company specializing in cost-effective and impactful staffing solutions. We provide customizable and scalable offshore outsourcing services to businesses across various industries.

We have helped 3000+ companies grow their market share by providing them with on-demand access to our global community of over 750+ offshore contract talent.

Our commitment is to help our clients scale their businesses successfully and provide sustainable job opportunities to communities worldwide in the way that we know best — virtual staffing.