Business Development Representative (Remote)

We are looking for an energetic, confident, and highly driven Business Development Representative to join our growing team.This role is perfect for someone who genuinely enjoys talking to people, building relationships, and creating opportunities. You'll spend your day connecting with business owners, generating new conversations, qualifying opportunities, and scheduling appointments for our leadership team.This is not a customer support role.This is not an order-taking position.We're looking for someone who is proactive, competitive, and relentless in their pursuit of new business.If rejection motivates you instead of discouraging you, you'll fit right in.RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness DevelopmentProspect and identify qualified business owners across multiple industriesInitiate conversations through phone, email, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and other communication channelsBuild authentic relationships with prospective clientsConsistently generate new business opportunitiesAppointment SettingQualify prospects through professional discovery conversationsSchedule high-quality appointments for our sales teamConfirm appointments and minimize cancellations or no-showsMaintain detailed notes and activity inside our CRMRelationship ManagementExecute consistent follow-up with prospective clientsBuild long-term relationships through regular communicationStay top of mind with prospects until they are ready to move forwardEnsure every opportunity receives timely and professional follow-upPipeline ManagementMaintain an organized sales pipelineTrack outreach activities and follow-up tasksKeep CRM records accurate and up to dateCollaborate closely with leadership to maximize conversion opportunitiesWhat Success Looks LikeSuccessful Business Development Representatives consistently:Create new conversations every dayGenerate qualified appointments each weekFollow up consistently without being remindedBuild a healthy pipeline of opportunitiesRepresent the company with professionalism and enthusiasmHelp drive measurable revenue growthQualificationsRequiredExceptional spoken and written EnglishProfessional communication skills with a neutral or easily understood accentOutstanding interpersonal and relationship-building abilitiesStrong organizational and time management skillsComfortable speaking with executives and business ownersReliable high-speed internetQuiet home office with professional webcam and headsetAvailable to work during U.S. business hoursPreferredBusiness development experienceAppointment setting experienceSales experienceCRM experience (HubSpot, Salesforce, GoHighLevel, or similar)Experience working remotelyFamiliarity with home service businesses is a plusWho We're Looking ForWe're not looking for someone with the most experience.We're looking for someone with the most drive.The ideal candidate is:Naturally outgoing and confidentAn exceptional conversationalistComfortable talking to strangersHighly competitiveRelentless with follow-upSelf-motivated and disciplinedCoachable and eager to improveOrganized and detail-orientedResilient in the face of rejectionCommitted to achieving goalsMost importantly, we're looking for someone who refuses to accept "no" as the end of the conversation and understands that persistence, professionalism, and consistency create opportunities.Why Join Virtual Assist?Fully remote positionLong-term career growthOngoing sales and business development trainingWork directly with successful entrepreneurs throughout the United StatesHigh-performance, entrepreneurial cultureOpportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing companyOur Ideal CandidateWe're looking for someone with what many people call "the gift of gab."Someone who can strike up a conversation with anyone, build trust quickly, and keep relationships moving forward.You're energized by meeting new people.You enjoy networking.You aren't afraid of hearing "no."You understand that business development is a numbers game, and you're willing to put in the work every single day.If you're driven, competitive, resilient, and passionate about creating opportunities, we'd love to meet you.BenefitsCompensationCompetitive base compensationPerformance-based bonusesAppointment bonusesOpportunities for advancement into senior sales and leadership roles