Jr. SEO Expert

I’m hiring a Jr. SEO Expert (freelancer only — no agencies) who can support ongoing SEO operations across Google Business Profile, organic SEO, AI‑optimized content, schema, technical SEO, backlink research, and weekly keyword rank reporting. You must already have paid SEO tools and know how to use them. This is a long‑term role for someone who is detail‑driven, fast, and serious about leveling up. Core Responsibilities: Google Business Profile optimization including categories, services, posts, keyword tuning, photo optimization, and NAP consistency. Organic SEO execution including title tags, meta descriptions, headers, internal linking, and content structure. AI‑driven SEO content including research, outline creation, optimization, entity enrichment, and AI‑assisted drafting. Schema implementation including LocalBusiness, Service, FAQ, Article, and other structured data. Technical SEO checks including indexing, crawlability, site speed basics, broken links, and sitemap checks. Backlink research and outreach prep including competitor backlink analysis, link gap identification, anchor text review, and prospecting. Weekly keyword rank reporting including tracking rankings, highlighting movement, identifying wins/losses, and providing insights. SEO research including keyword research, competitor analysis, SERP analysis, and content gap identification. Reporting and insights using GA4, Search Console, and keyword tracking tools. Quality control to ensure pages, posts, and GBP assets are clean, accurate, and SEO‑ready. Required Skills: GMB/GBP optimization On‑page SEO Technical SEO fundamentals Schema markup (JSON‑LD) Backlink research Weekly rank tracking and reporting AI‑assisted SEO workflows Content optimization Keyword research Competitor analysis SEO reporting Required Paid Tools (must already have access to at least 2–3): Ahrefs Semrush SE Ranking Surfer SEO Frase or NeuronWriter Screaming Frog BrightLocal Local Falcon or Local Viking Keyword Insights If you don’t have paid tools, do not apply. Who You Are: You execute clean, accurate SEO work. You’re fast, organized, and communicate clearly. You follow SOPs and deliver consistent output. You’re detail‑obsessed and love checklists. You want long‑term work, not random gigs. You take pride in improving rankings and performance. Nice to Have: WordPress experience RankMath or Yoast familiarity Basic HTML Experience supporting a director or founder Experience with AI SEO tools Why This Role Matters: You’ll be the SEO engine behind ongoing optimization across GBP, organic search, content, and backlink strategy. Your work directly impacts rankings, traffic, and client results. This is a long‑term freelance role with room to grow. How to Apply: Send: A short intro Your SEO experience The paid tools you currently have Examples of SEO and backlink tasks you’ve completed Your availability Your long‑term goals