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Seo Specialist jobs are open across e-commerce, publishing, healthcare, SaaS, and agencies, from junior and associate levels through senior and manager, with specializations in technical SEO, content strategy, and local or enterprise search. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Description
The Local SEO Specialist will have experience with Local SEO, a passion for establishing strong relationships with their clients, a natural curiosity for website optimization, the ability to partner with content marketing to drive hyper-local content growth, and a knack for being proactive in pursuing growth opportunities for their book of business. At Rankings.io, we are committed to providing end-to-end SEM services, including content creation, technical optimization, and keyword strategy for law firms looking for aggressive growth across multiple digital platforms.
Responsibilities
Work with an established service client managing their local listings and demonstrating an advanced understanding of Local SEO.
Communicate with clients as needed to discuss goals and deliver results
Collaborate with the client’s established data aggregator vendors and partners to boost inbound citation growth
Create, claim, and verify Google Business Profile listings across multiple locations
Optimize core GBP fields: business categories, descriptions, services, products, and attributes
Troubleshoot GBP suspensions, reinstatements, and verification issues
Utilize business acumen to work closely with client teams to identify and fully understand business needs, campaign performance objectives, and opportunities to grow the relationship and client investments
Assemble reports to develop and present recommendations for clients and rank software to gauge progress and inform the client of the value being provided
Partner with SEO teams and account management to identify geographic keywords to attract local customers and ensure the development of high-quality, optimized local content for the website
Identifying critical client/account issues and escalating them to appropriate executives in a timely manner
Keep up with the SEO (national and local) and AI industry through blogs, publishers, competitive research, etc. and regularly sharing thought leadership
Expected to retain existing business, while pursuing profitable growth opportunities for assigned client account, both in SEO investments and cross-channel upsells
Requirements
1-2+ years experience doing SEO work for clients within an agency environment
2+ years of experience in local SEO or local SEO listings management for enterprise brand(s)
2 years client facing experience
Desire to lead local strategy for large-growth SEO client
Strong knowledge of Local SEO best practices, Google My Business, GBP API and experience managing and optimizing local listings
Familiarity with Local SEO principles for landing pages, reviews, ratings, and citations management
Experience with keyword research/data mining tools and competitive analysis (Semrush, Ahrefs, etc)
Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Internet proficiency are required
Experience working directly on websites (general knowledge of CMS such as WordPress, Shopify, or Magento is a plus)
Benefits
Starting Salary of $55,000
Fully Remote
Unlimited PTO
$100 Wellness Reimbursement Program
Quarterly training stipend for Professional Development
401(k) with 3% Employer match (Safe Harbor)
100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance (For Employee)
What to Expect in the Interview Process
Human Resume Review: Your resume will be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team: Real people, not AI.
One-Way Video Interview: Selected candidates will be sent a link to complete a one-way video interview. Please plan to record in your typical work-from-home environment, ensuring it is well-lit and free of distractions.
Live Zoom Interview: Candidates who move forward will meet with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager for a live Zoom interview to discuss experience, role expectations, and team fit.
Description
The Local SEO Specialist will have experience with Local SEO, a passion for establishing strong relationships with their clients, a natural curiosity for website optimization, the ability to partner with content marketing to drive hyper-local content growth, and a knack for being proactive in pursuing growth opportunities for their book of business. At Rankings.io, we are committed to providing end-to-end SEM services, including content creation, technical optimization, and keyword strategy for law firms looking for aggressive growth across multiple digital platforms.
Responsibilities
Work with an established service client managing their local listings and demonstrating an advanced understanding of Local SEO.
Communicate with clients as needed to discuss goals and deliver results
Collaborate with the client’s established data aggregator vendors and partners to boost inbound citation growth
Create, claim, and verify Google Business Profile listings across multiple locations
Optimize core GBP fields: business categories, descriptions, services, products, and attributes
Troubleshoot GBP suspensions, reinstatements, and verification issues
Utilize business acumen to work closely with client teams to identify and fully understand business needs, campaign performance objectives, and opportunities to grow the relationship and client investments
Assemble reports to develop and present recommendations for clients and rank software to gauge progress and inform the client of the value being provided
Partner with SEO teams and account management to identify geographic keywords to attract local customers and ensure the development of high-quality, optimized local content for the website
Identifying critical client/account issues and escalating them to appropriate executives in a timely manner
Keep up with the SEO (national and local) and AI industry through blogs, publishers, competitive research, etc. and regularly sharing thought leadership
Expected to retain existing business, while pursuing profitable growth opportunities for assigned client account, both in SEO investments and cross-channel upsells
Requirements
1-2+ years experience doing SEO work for clients within an agency environment
2+ years of experience in local SEO or local SEO listings management for enterprise brand(s)
2 years client facing experience
Desire to lead local strategy for large-growth SEO client
Strong knowledge of Local SEO best practices, Google My Business, GBP API and experience managing and optimizing local listings
Familiarity with Local SEO principles for landing pages, reviews, ratings, and citations management
Experience with keyword research/data mining tools and competitive analysis (Semrush, Ahrefs, etc)
Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Internet proficiency are required
Experience working directly on websites (general knowledge of CMS such as WordPress, Shopify, or Magento is a plus)
Benefits
Starting Salary of $55,000
Fully Remote
Unlimited PTO
$100 Wellness Reimbursement Program
Quarterly training stipend for Professional Development
401(k) with 3% Employer match (Safe Harbor)
100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance (For Employee)
What to Expect in the Interview Process
Human Resume Review: Your resume will be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team: Real people, not AI.
One-Way Video Interview: Selected candidates will be sent a link to complete a one-way video interview. Please plan to record in your typical work-from-home environment, ensuring it is well-lit and free of distractions.
Live Zoom Interview: Candidates who move forward will meet with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager for a live Zoom interview to discuss experience, role expectations, and team fit.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Marketing & Advertising
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in seo specialist jobs.
- Proficiency with tools such as Google Search Console, Semrush, or Ahrefs
- Experience conducting technical site audits and interpreting crawl data
- Strong understanding of on-page optimization, keyword research, and search intent
- Ability to analyze organic performance data in Google Analytics or Looker Studio
- Familiarity with HTML basics, site architecture, and Core Web Vitals
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Seo Specialist Job Search
Quantify your SEO wins specifically
Recruiters scan for numbers, so replace vague claims with specifics: the percentage organic traffic grew, how many keywords moved to page one, or how long ranking improvements held. Metrics tied to revenue or lead volume carry the most weight in job descriptions.
Show a technical and content mix
Many seo specialist listings require both on-page content skills and technical fluency with site audits, crawl data, and Core Web Vitals. Your resume should demonstrate you can move between both without framing yourself as purely one or the other.
Build a portfolio with audit samples
A short case study showing a real site audit, the issues you flagged, and the changes you recommended is far more persuasive than a list of tools on a resume. Anonymize client data where needed, but keep the methodology visible and your reasoning clear.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists seo specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by the tools each job requires
Job postings for seo specialists routinely specify Semrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, or Looker Studio. Tailor each application to reflect the exact tools listed, and prepare to demo your workflow in those tools during a technical screen.
Prepare for a live SEO audit exercise
Many hiring teams ask candidates to audit a page or small site during the interview, either live or as a take-home. Practice walking through a structured audit aloud: crawlability, indexation, on-page signals, internal linking, and a prioritized fix list with rationale.
Seo Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most seo specialists?
The companies hiring the most seo specialists right now include IPG Health, RentVision, and TransPerfect, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Industries such as e-commerce, digital media, and SaaS companies tend to post the highest volume of seo specialist roles consistently.
How many seo specialist jobs are remote?
About 59% of seo specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in digital marketing. Sub-areas focused on content strategy, link building, and analytics tend to have the highest share of remote availability, while roles requiring close collaboration with dev or product teams are more often hybrid or on-site.
How do you become a seo specialist?
Start by learning the fundamentals of how search engines crawl, index, and rank content, then get hands-on experience through a personal site, freelance project, or volunteer work for a small business. Build familiarity with tools like Google Search Console and at least one third-party platform, document results you can point to, and pursue practical certifications to signal foundational knowledge to employers.
Can you get hired as a seo specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level seo specialist roles exist, especially at agencies and startups, and hiring managers often prioritize demonstrated initiative over years of experience. Building a case study from a personal or volunteer project, showing you understand keyword research and on-page fundamentals, and being able to speak to tools you've used hands-on will carry more weight than a long resume with no tangible results.
What does the seo specialist interview process look like?
Most seo specialist interviews include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your background and past results, and a technical or skills assessment. The assessment often involves a live or take-home audit of a sample page or site, where you identify issues and propose prioritized fixes. Some employers also ask candidates to present a brief strategy or walk through a past campaign in a final round.
Where can I find and apply to seo specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to seo specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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