Business Development Associate

Description:

We are hiring a proactive and growth-focused Business Developer who has hands-on experience with Upwork and Fiverr and understands how to generate, manage, and close leads through freelancing platforms. This is a startup role ideal for someone who wants to grow with the company, contribute strategically, and earn through performance-based incentives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, bid, and apply for relevant projects daily on Upwork and Fiverr

• Handle client communication, negotiations, and deal closures

• Create and execute business development strategies for platform-based growth

• Explore and suggest new freelancing platforms (Freelancer, etc.) for lead generation

• Maintain consistent follow-ups and nurture leads to conversion

• Work across multiple business development niches

• Track performance, conversions, and revenue growth

• Contribute ideas at a strategic level to scale the startup

Requirements:

• 6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience with Upwork and Fiverr

• Strong understanding of bidding, proposals, and profile optimization

• Knowledge of business development strategies and sales funnels

• Excellent communication and client-handling skills

• Ability to work independently in a startup environment

• Experience with other platforms (Freelancer, etc.) is a plus