Google Maps, AI Search & Local Growth Strategist - Contract to Hire
We’re a growing digital marketing agency focused on local business growth, not outdated SEO checklists.
We’re looking for one strong strategist who understands:
How Google Maps and local search work today
How AI search and AEO are changing how businesses get customers
And how to turn visibility into real business growth
This is not a task-only SEO role.
This is a thinking role with a clear path into leadership.
What We Do
We help local businesses:
Win visibility on Google Maps
Compete in local search and AI-driven results
Show up clearly when customers ask questions (AEO)
Turn searches into calls, visits, and bookings
Understand why competitors dominate — and how to take market share
Every client starts with a paid Growth Assessment, then we execute based on clarity, not guessing.
The Role
You’ll work as our Google & AI Growth Strategist.
Your work will include:
Analyzing Google Maps, search, and AI-driven visibility
Understanding how Google and AI interpret entities, intent, and answers
Contributing to AEO and AI-search strategies
Breaking down why competitors are winning
Helping design clear, prioritized growth plans
Guiding execution and improving systems over time
This role requires ownership, curiosity, and clear thinking.
Skills & Experience We’re Looking For
You should be comfortable with most of the following:
Google Maps & Local Search
Google Business Profile optimization
Categories, services, attributes
Reviews, trust, and prominence signals
Competitive Maps analysis
AI Search & AEO (Important)
Understanding how AI answers local queries
How Google chooses sources for answers
Structuring content for clarity, entities, and intent
Awareness of where search is heading (not just where it was)
You don’t need to be an AI engineer —
but you must be actively thinking about this.
On-Site SEO for Local Growth
Service and location clarity
Page structure and intent
Helping Google and AI understand what a business actually does
Mindset
You think in terms of customers and revenue
You ask “why” before “how”
You want more responsibility over time
Compensation, Bonus & Growth Path
We’re very clear about pay and progression.
Phase 1: Onboarding & Proof (Months 0–2)
Title: Google & AI Growth Strategist
Base Pay: $600–$800 USD / month (based on experience)
Hiring Bonus: $300 total
$150 paid in Month 1 (after onboarding)
$150 paid after 60 days
Focus:
Learn our Growth Assessment process
Contribute to competitor and AI-search analysis
Show ownership, reliability, and clear thinking
Phase 2: Strategy Ownership (Around Month 3)
Title: Senior Google & AI Growth Strategist
Base Pay Increase: +$200–$400/month (based on performance)
At this stage:
You own assessment recommendations
You guide priorities and execution
Your thinking directly impacts results
Phase 3: Leadership Track (6–9 Months)
Title Options:
Lead Google & AI Growth Strategist
Head of Local Search & AI (Internal)
Base Pay Target: $1,200–$1,500+ USD / month
You will:
Lead strategy across multiple clients
Mentor junior team members
Help shape how the agency scales
Think in systems, not tasks
Who This Role Is For
This role is a strong fit if you:
Think beyond traditional SEO
Care about AI, AEO, and search evolution
Want to lead, not just execute
Enjoy competitive analysis and problem-solving
Are looking for a long-term role, not a short gig
Who This Role Is NOT For
Please do not apply if:
You only want to follow SOPs
You’re stuck in old SEO tactics
You avoid learning new search models
You only want task-based work
You’re not interested in growth or leadership
We’re building for the future.
How to Apply (Read Carefully)
Please answer briefly and honestly.
We care more about how you think than perfect answers.
When a local business is not ranking in Google Maps, what are the first 3 things you personally check — and why?
What do you believe matters more today for local rankings — website clarity, Google Business Profile optimization, authority/brand signals, or user behavior — and why?
How do you think AI answers and AEO will change how local businesses get customers in the next 1–2 years?
Imagine two competitors ranking above a client. What’s your high-level approach to figuring out why they’re winning?
Which best describes you — and why?
A) I like clear SOPs and executing tasks
B) I like understanding systems and improving them
C) I want to lead strategy and help others execute
Are you looking for a short-term contract or a long-term role with growth and leadership opportunities?
Final Note
We’re selective because this role matters.
If you want stability, responsibility, and a chance to grow into a real strategist and leader,
we’d like to hear from you.
Apply Now
Apply Now
We’re looking for one strong strategist who understands:
How Google Maps and local search work today
How AI search and AEO are changing how businesses get customers
And how to turn visibility into real business growth
This is not a task-only SEO role.
This is a thinking role with a clear path into leadership.
What We Do
We help local businesses:
Win visibility on Google Maps
Compete in local search and AI-driven results
Show up clearly when customers ask questions (AEO)
Turn searches into calls, visits, and bookings
Understand why competitors dominate — and how to take market share
Every client starts with a paid Growth Assessment, then we execute based on clarity, not guessing.
The Role
You’ll work as our Google & AI Growth Strategist.
Your work will include:
Analyzing Google Maps, search, and AI-driven visibility
Understanding how Google and AI interpret entities, intent, and answers
Contributing to AEO and AI-search strategies
Breaking down why competitors are winning
Helping design clear, prioritized growth plans
Guiding execution and improving systems over time
This role requires ownership, curiosity, and clear thinking.
Skills & Experience We’re Looking For
You should be comfortable with most of the following:
Google Maps & Local Search
Google Business Profile optimization
Categories, services, attributes
Reviews, trust, and prominence signals
Competitive Maps analysis
AI Search & AEO (Important)
Understanding how AI answers local queries
How Google chooses sources for answers
Structuring content for clarity, entities, and intent
Awareness of where search is heading (not just where it was)
You don’t need to be an AI engineer —
but you must be actively thinking about this.
On-Site SEO for Local Growth
Service and location clarity
Page structure and intent
Helping Google and AI understand what a business actually does
Mindset
You think in terms of customers and revenue
You ask “why” before “how”
You want more responsibility over time
Compensation, Bonus & Growth Path
We’re very clear about pay and progression.
Phase 1: Onboarding & Proof (Months 0–2)
Title: Google & AI Growth Strategist
Base Pay: $600–$800 USD / month (based on experience)
Hiring Bonus: $300 total
$150 paid in Month 1 (after onboarding)
$150 paid after 60 days
Focus:
Learn our Growth Assessment process
Contribute to competitor and AI-search analysis
Show ownership, reliability, and clear thinking
Phase 2: Strategy Ownership (Around Month 3)
Title: Senior Google & AI Growth Strategist
Base Pay Increase: +$200–$400/month (based on performance)
At this stage:
You own assessment recommendations
You guide priorities and execution
Your thinking directly impacts results
Phase 3: Leadership Track (6–9 Months)
Title Options:
Lead Google & AI Growth Strategist
Head of Local Search & AI (Internal)
Base Pay Target: $1,200–$1,500+ USD / month
You will:
Lead strategy across multiple clients
Mentor junior team members
Help shape how the agency scales
Think in systems, not tasks
Who This Role Is For
This role is a strong fit if you:
Think beyond traditional SEO
Care about AI, AEO, and search evolution
Want to lead, not just execute
Enjoy competitive analysis and problem-solving
Are looking for a long-term role, not a short gig
Who This Role Is NOT For
Please do not apply if:
You only want to follow SOPs
You’re stuck in old SEO tactics
You avoid learning new search models
You only want task-based work
You’re not interested in growth or leadership
We’re building for the future.
How to Apply (Read Carefully)
Please answer briefly and honestly.
We care more about how you think than perfect answers.
When a local business is not ranking in Google Maps, what are the first 3 things you personally check — and why?
What do you believe matters more today for local rankings — website clarity, Google Business Profile optimization, authority/brand signals, or user behavior — and why?
How do you think AI answers and AEO will change how local businesses get customers in the next 1–2 years?
Imagine two competitors ranking above a client. What’s your high-level approach to figuring out why they’re winning?
Which best describes you — and why?
A) I like clear SOPs and executing tasks
B) I like understanding systems and improving them
C) I want to lead strategy and help others execute
Are you looking for a short-term contract or a long-term role with growth and leadership opportunities?
Final Note
We’re selective because this role matters.
If you want stability, responsibility, and a chance to grow into a real strategist and leader,
we’d like to hear from you.
Apply Now
Apply Now