Business Development Assistant

Business Development Assistant

Fully Remote | South Africa | R12,000 - R16,000

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing company dedicated to building strong B2B relationships through smart, targeted engagement. With a strong foothold in their niche market, they specialize in connecting with decision-makers and creating meaningful opportunities for growth. Their mission is to combine strategic outreach with genuine connection, ensuring clients experience real value from the very first interaction. This is a company where your contributions will directly influence business growth and brand reputation.

The Role : Business Development Assistant

This role is focused on managing and expanding the companys LinkedIn prospecting and engagement strategy. You will be responsible for initiating high-quality conversations, maintaining consistent follow-up, and identifying new ways to connect with the target audience. Your work will directly support the companys lead generation efforts and overall growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Log in daily to the company LinkedIn account and execute planned outreach

Send tailored, well-crafted messages to targeted prospects

Engage with relevant industry content through strategic comments

Monitor and respond to messages promptly, managing follow-ups systematically

Make follow-up phone calls to secure appointments

Track all outreach activity in a CRM or spreadsheet

Test and refine outreach templates and response processes for higher conversion

About You

1+ years experience in sales, customer support, or outreach roles

Exceptional written English with a clear, confident, and professional tone

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Understanding of LinkedIns role in B2B sales

Bonus : experience with CRM tools, lead generation, or the FM / risk / safety space