Business Development Assistant (Remote)

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, tech‑savvy Business Development Assistant to support our leadership team while driving growth initiatives. This remote position blends executive assistance, lead generation, AI‑enhanced workflow optimization, and basic bookkeeping.

Key responsibilities

• Leverage AI tools such as ChatGPT to automate repetitive tasks, improve workflows, and generate business insights.
• Conduct lead generation activities: research prospects, qualify leads, build targeted contact lists, and perform outbound cold calls.
• Maintain accurate CRM records (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho or similar) for leads, communications, and follow‑ups.
• Provide executive support including calendar management, email organization, scheduling, and document preparation.
• Track expenses and manage bookkeeping in QuickBooks, including invoice processing and basic financial reporting.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and summaries to aid business decisions.
• Organize digital files and operational records, and recommend process improvements.

Required profile

• 2‑3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Virtual Assistant, Business Development Assistant, or a similar role.
• Hands‑on experience with QuickBooks for bookkeeping and expense management.
• Proven ability in lead generation, prospect research, and outbound cold calling.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho) is preferred.
• Comfortable using AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Required skills

• QuickBooks
• HubSpot
• Salesforce
• Zoho
• ChatGPT (AI productivity tools)
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Paid training
• Fully remote work arrangement
• Opportunity to work with innovative AI tools and contribute to business growth