Business Development Specialist
Location: Work from Home
Type of Employment: Full-time or Part-time (depends on client requirements)
Work Shift: US Business Hours
About Us
OurAssistants connects businesses with top-tier Virtual Assistants (VAs) to streamline operations and enhance productivity. We specialize in matching skilled professionals to various industries, ensuring a seamless remote work experience. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values excellence and innovation. Learn more at ourassistants.com.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Business Development Specialist to support our growth by managing lead generation efforts, improving CRM processes, and ensuring consistent follow-up with prospective clients.
This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable building relationships through phone calls, email, and online outreach. The successful candidate will take ownership of our lead management process, help improve existing workflows, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
CRM Management
Manage and maintain leads within LeadSimple CRM
Ensure all lead information is accurate and up to date
Track lead activity, follow-ups, and sales pipeline progress
Maintain organized records and ensure timely communication with prospects
Lead Follow-Up & Nurturing
Respond to and follow up with incoming leads
Build relationships with prospective clients through phone calls, emails, and text messages
Keep leads engaged throughout the sales process
Schedule appointments and coordinate next steps when appropriate
Business Development
Conduct outbound cold calls to potential clients
Generate new leads through online research, prospecting, and networking
Identify opportunities to expand the company's client base
Develop and execute lead generation strategies to support business growth
Process Improvement
Evaluate current CRM and lead management workflows
Recommend and implement improvements to increase efficiency
Help create structured processes for lead tracking, follow-up, and reporting
Identify gaps in current systems and suggest solutions
Reporting & Communication
Track key business development metrics and activities
Provide regular updates on lead generation efforts and pipeline status
Communicate opportunities, challenges, and recommendations to management
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in Business Development, Sales, Lead Generation, or a similar role
Hands-on experience using LeadSimple CRM (required)
Experience managing sales pipelines and lead follow-up processes
Strong outbound calling and prospecting experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
Comfortable learning new processes and recommending improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in Property Management, Real Estate, or related industries
Experience managing CRM workflows and sales processes
Familiarity with lead generation tools and online prospecting platforms
Experience working remotely and managing priorities independently
What We're Looking For
A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
Someone who enjoys building relationships and generating new business opportunities
A proactive professional who follows through consistently
A process-oriented individual who can identify inefficiencies and improve workflows
Someone who is comfortable balancing lead generation, follow-up, and CRM management responsibilities
Type of Employment: Full-time or Part-time (depends on client requirements)
Work Shift: US Business Hours
About Us
OurAssistants connects businesses with top-tier Virtual Assistants (VAs) to streamline operations and enhance productivity. We specialize in matching skilled professionals to various industries, ensuring a seamless remote work experience. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values excellence and innovation. Learn more at ourassistants.com.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Business Development Specialist to support our growth by managing lead generation efforts, improving CRM processes, and ensuring consistent follow-up with prospective clients.
This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable building relationships through phone calls, email, and online outreach. The successful candidate will take ownership of our lead management process, help improve existing workflows, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
CRM Management
Manage and maintain leads within LeadSimple CRM
Ensure all lead information is accurate and up to date
Track lead activity, follow-ups, and sales pipeline progress
Maintain organized records and ensure timely communication with prospects
Lead Follow-Up & Nurturing
Respond to and follow up with incoming leads
Build relationships with prospective clients through phone calls, emails, and text messages
Keep leads engaged throughout the sales process
Schedule appointments and coordinate next steps when appropriate
Business Development
Conduct outbound cold calls to potential clients
Generate new leads through online research, prospecting, and networking
Identify opportunities to expand the company's client base
Develop and execute lead generation strategies to support business growth
Process Improvement
Evaluate current CRM and lead management workflows
Recommend and implement improvements to increase efficiency
Help create structured processes for lead tracking, follow-up, and reporting
Identify gaps in current systems and suggest solutions
Reporting & Communication
Track key business development metrics and activities
Provide regular updates on lead generation efforts and pipeline status
Communicate opportunities, challenges, and recommendations to management
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in Business Development, Sales, Lead Generation, or a similar role
Hands-on experience using LeadSimple CRM (required)
Experience managing sales pipelines and lead follow-up processes
Strong outbound calling and prospecting experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
Comfortable learning new processes and recommending improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in Property Management, Real Estate, or related industries
Experience managing CRM workflows and sales processes
Familiarity with lead generation tools and online prospecting platforms
Experience working remotely and managing priorities independently
What We're Looking For
A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
Someone who enjoys building relationships and generating new business opportunities
A proactive professional who follows through consistently
A process-oriented individual who can identify inefficiencies and improve workflows
Someone who is comfortable balancing lead generation, follow-up, and CRM management responsibilities