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