Local SEO & GBP Account Lead (Remote)

Pavago; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Pavago is seeking an experienced Local SEO Account Manager (GBP) to own GBP optimization and Local SEO strategies for a portfolio of U.S.-based clients. This client-facing role involves hands-on management of 15–20 accounts, developing optimization strategies, monitoring performance, and presenting monthly results.

In this remote position, you will build long-term client relationships, stay current with GBP updates, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver on time.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Local SEO or GBP optimization experience.
• Proven experience optimizing Google Business Profiles (GBP).
• Strong knowledge of Local SEO ranking factors, Google Maps optimization, citations, NAP consistency, and reviews.
• Experience managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Experience preparing and presenting client performance reports.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple accounts in a fast-paced remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 15–20 client accounts.
• Build strong client relationships through regular communication and monthly strategy meetings.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Understand each client's business goals and develop Local SEO strategies that align with their objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve client retention and long-term account growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Optimize and manage Google Business Profiles to improve visibility in Google Search and Maps.
• Develop and execute Local SEO strategies to improve local rankings and customer engagement.
• Monitor ranking improvements, profile engagement, reviews, and local visibility.
• Prepare clear monthly reports highlighting key Local SEO and GBP performance metrics.
• Present campaign performance, insights, and recommendations during client meetings.
• Support leadership with reporting for strategic or high-value accounts.

Skills

Local SEO

GBP optimization

Client management

Reporting & analytics

English communication

Tools

BrightLocal

Whitespark

Moz Local

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Job description

Pavago is seeking an experienced Local SEO Account Manager (GBP) to own GBP optimization and Local SEO strategies for a portfolio of U.S.-based clients. This client-facing role involves hands-on management of 15–20 accounts, developing optimization strategies, monitoring performance, and presenting monthly results.

In this remote position, you will build long-term client relationships, stay current with GBP updates, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver on time.