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Senior GMB Strategist & Local Presence Director

Ratememore, Charlotte, NC, United States


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 to 15+ years in the trenches of local SEO and GBP management and has the results to show for it. Only apply if you are genuinely at the top of your field.

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

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