Full Time
5.00
40
Feb 8, 2026
Local SEO Partners is a U.S.-based boutique SEO agency that helps contractors, builders, and home service businesses dominate their local markets through strategic local search optimization, high-converting websites, and smart automation. We're looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Local SEO Assistant to manage and optimize client local SEO campaigns as we scale.
What You'll Do
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Managing and optimizing Google Business Profiles for contractor and home service businesses
Building and maintaining local citations across directories and platforms
Monitoring local search rankings and making data-driven optimization recommendations
Conducting local keyword research, competitor analysis, and market research
Optimizing on-page SEO elements including title tags, meta descriptions, headers, and content
Managing review monitoring and response coordination for client locations
Performing NAP (Name, Address, Phone) consistency audits and cleanup
Supporting link building and local content optimization efforts
Tracking and reporting local search performance metrics
Coordinating with the team using project management and reporting tools
Required Technical Skills & Experience
To qualify for this position, you will need experience with:
Google Business Profile setup, optimization, and management
Local citation building and management across major platforms
Basic on-page SEO optimization (title tags, meta descriptions, headers, content)
Google Analytics and Google Search Console fundamentals
Local keyword research and competitive analysis
Strong written English with the ability to write clear, optimized content
Soft Skills
We work in a fast-paced agency environment, so it's important that you are:
Analytical and data-driven in your decision-making
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Reliable and consistent with attendance and communication
Comfortable asking questions rather than making assumptions
Eager to learn, test, and continuously improve
Basic Skills
In addition to strong English skills, you should be comfortable using or learning:
Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Drive
Spreadsheet organization for tracking citations, rankings, and projects
Email
Project management tools (ClickUp, Asana, Trello, or similar)
AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude (training provided)
Desired Skills (Not Required)
These aren't mandatory, but will help you grow faster in this role:
Experience with local SEO tools (BrightLocal, Whitespark, Local Falcon, Semrush, etc.)
Basic WordPress familiarity or willingness to learn
Understanding of the contractor or home service industry
Experience with review management platforms
Basic HTML/CSS knowledge
Familiarity with schema markup for local businesses
Experience with GoHighLevel or similar CRM/marketing platforms
Basic design skills and profeciency with Canva
Work Schedule & Holidays
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Work schedule will be agreed upon in advance.
You will receive:
6 paid Philippine holidays per year:
New Year's Day
Good Friday
Labor Day
Independence Day
All Saints' Day
Christmas Day
Compensation:
$5.00 USD per hour to start
Automatic increase to $5.25 USD per hour after a 90-day onboarding and calibration period
Weekly pay, paid in USD
Perks & Benefits
While this is an independent contractor role, we prioritize long-term stability and fair treatment:
Weekly, on-time payments
Annual holiday bonus (in place of 13th-month pay)
Clear opportunities for raises and expanded responsibilities over time
How to Apply
When applying, please include the phrase "Local SEO Partners SEO Assistant" in your subject line.
Please also include:
A short introduction about yourself
Your relevant experience with local SEO and Google Business Profile management
Your internet speed and backup setup
Examples of local SEO results you've achieved (ranking improvements, citation work, GBP optimizations - screenshots welcome)
Your availability and preferred working hours
Why you're interested in working with a local SEO agency that focuses on home service businesses
Applications that do not follow these instructions may not be reviewed.