Business Development Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Leverage AI tools (including ChatGPT and various productivity platforms) to enhance workflows, automate repetitive tasks, generate business insights, and assist in company growth strategies.

• Engage in lead generation by researching potential clients, qualifying prospects, and creating targeted contact lists.

• Conduct outbound cold calls to prospective clients, presenting company services and arranging appointments or follow-up meetings.

• Investigate companies, markets, competitors, and industry trends to pinpoint new business opportunities.

• Maintain precise records of leads, communications, and follow-up activities within the CRM system.

• Provide support with executive administrative tasks, such as calendar management, email organization, scheduling, and document preparation.

• Monitor company expenses and organize financial records for reporting purposes.

• Handle bookkeeping responsibilities using QuickBooks (mandatory), including expense categorization, invoice management, and basic financial recordkeeping.

• Create reports, spreadsheets, and summaries to facilitate business decision-making.

• Systematize digital files, documents, and operational records.

• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance processes and suggest more efficient systems and workflows.

• Take ownership of assigned projects, ensuring follow-through with minimal supervision, and proactively address problems.

• Execute additional administrative and business support tasks as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2–3 years of experience in roles such as Executive Assistant, Virtual Assistant, Business Development Assistant, or a similar position.

• Required: Proficiency in QuickBooks for bookkeeping and expense management.

• Experience in lead generation, prospect research, and outbound cold calling.

• Familiarity with CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, or similar) is preferred.

• Comfort in utilizing AI tools such as ChatGPT and other productivity software to enhance efficiency.

• Strong research and analytical capabilities with the ability to effectively gather and organize information.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills.

• Professional demeanor, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid training

• Work from home