Promote me on Google searches

I am looking for an experienced Freelancer to help me promote my brand or business name on Google searches. My target audience is local and I am not looking to outrank any specific competitors. I want to ensure that my brand or business name will appear among the higher-ranked results for my specified keywords. The Freelancer should have a strong understanding of SEO strategies and should have success in utilizing them. Ultimately, I would like to see visible positive results on organic search results and an increase in website traffic. I'm counting on the Freelancer to help me set up a comprehensive plan with realistic expectations.