Role Overview
Upwork is hiring a mid-level Local SEO Specialist (Website SEO). This is a contract remote role, with the team based in Remote. Part of Upwork's Seo hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Local SEO Specialist Needed for Deck Building / Deck Repair Company (Chicago Area)
Description
We are looking for an experienced Local SEO specialist to help improve organic search rankings and generate qualified leads for our deck building and deck repair company.
Target market: Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
Scope of work may include:
- Keyword research for local service keywords
- Creating and optimizing city/location pages
- On-page SEO improvements (titles, headings, internal linking)
- Technical SEO recommendations
- Building high-quality local backlinks
- Competitor analysis
- Monthly SEO reporting with keyword rankings and work completed
Important: We are looking for clear deliverables and transparency. Please explain exactly what work you will complete each month.
Requirements
- Proven experience ranking local service businesses
- Ability to show examples of SEO results
- Experience with tools like Google Search Console, Ahrefs, or SEMrush
- Strong understanding of local SEO strategies
Please include in your proposal:
1. Examples of local businesses you have ranked
2. Your monthly SEO strategy for a company like ours
3. What deliverables you provide each month
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Local SEO Specialist (Website SEO) position at Upwork?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Upwork. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Local SEO Specialist (Website SEO) role at Upwork remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Local SEO Specialist (Website SEO) at Upwork earn?
Upwork has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Local SEO Specialist (Website SEO) role at Upwork posted?
This role was posted on May 2, 2026 (48 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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