AGENCIES CAN APPLY TOO . This is a rare, high-caliber opportunity for a true local SEO authority. We manage a growing portfolio of business locations and need someone who can own the entire Google Business Profile ecosystem — strategically, technically, and operationally. This is a full-time role built for someone who has spent 10–15+ years in the trenches of local SEO and GBP management and has the results to show for it.
AGENCIES CAN APPLY TOO . This is a rare, high-caliber opportunity for a true local SEO authority. We manage a growing portfolio of business locations and need someone who can own the entire Google Business Profile ecosystem — strategically, technically, and operationally. This is a full-time role built for someone who has spent 10–15+ years in the trenches of local SEO and GBP management and has the results to show for it.
Tasks
- Manage, optimize, and grow multiple GBP locations end-to-end — categories, attributes, photos, posts, Q&A, and service areas
- Develop and execute local SEO strategies to achieve and maintain top local pack rankings across all locations
- Conduct in-depth GBP audits and implement structured improvement plans for underperforming listings
- Handle suspended or penalized listings — reinstatement requests, appeals, and compliance
- Monitor review activity, flag issues, and coordinate reputation response strategies
- Track local ranking data, traffic, and GBP insights with clear, actionable reporting
- Stay current with Google algorithm updates and proactively adapt strategies
Requirements
- 10–15+ years of dedicated local SEO and Google Business Profile management experience
- Proven experience managing 50+ GBP locations simultaneously across multiple industries
- Expert-level knowledge of local ranking factors — NAP, citations, local schema, review signals, proximity, and category optimization
- Hands-on experience with tools like BrightLocal, Whitespark, GBP dashboard, Semrush Local, or equivalent
- Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate data into clear strategies
- Excellent written communication for reporting, review responses, and internal documentation
- Backgrounds from agencies, freelance, or in-house teams are equally welcome — results matter most
- Google Business Profile certifications or equivalent credentials are a strong advantage
Benefits
- High-impact leadership role with real ownership
- Competitive salary + equity / ESOP
- Work directly with founders
- Fully remote / hybrid flexibility
- Opportunity to build and lead the marketing org from scratch
- Massive growth potential in a fast-scaling AI product
- Freedom to experiment, ship fast, and own results
Senior GMB Strategist & Local Presence Director in charlotte at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.