Business Development Associate

Company Overview

Proof-of-Skill is transforming the job market by emphasizing skill-based evaluations. By

offering verifiable proof of candidates' skills through expert-reviewed assignments, it aims

to make hiring efficient and inclusive. The company operates with a small team,

headquartered in Mumbai, in the Technology, Information, and Internet industry. Learn

more at proofofskill.org.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Executive (BDE) for a full-time role at

Proof-of-Skill. This is a remote role. As part of our team, you will play a key role in driving

outbound efforts, connecting with startups, and building the companys early revenue

pipeline.

Qualifications and Skills

Strong communication skills (spoken and written) to engage with founders and

decision-makers

Ability to clearly explain products and handle objections

Comfort with outbound outreach (LinkedIn, email, calls)

Basic understanding of startups and hiring ecosystem

Ability to manage and track leads using simple tools (CRM, Sheets)

Self-driven with high ownership in a remote setup

Willingness to learn and iterate based on feedback

Strong follow-up and persistence skills

Roles and Responsibilities

Identify and reach out to potential customers (startups, HRs, founders)

Execute outbound campaigns via LinkedIn, email, and calls

Pitch Proof-of-Skill and communicate its value clearly

Schedule demos and manage the sales pipeline

Maintain records of conversations and track progress

Follow up consistently to move leads through the funnel

Work closely with the founders on GTM execution

Provide market feedback to improve messaging and product