Business Development Executive (LinkedIn/Upwork)
Company: Softpers
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Executive to join our team and drive client acquisition through LinkedIn and Upwork platforms. This role is perfect for someone who excels at building relationships, understands the tech services market, and can effectively communicate our value proposition to potential clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Generation: Identify and engage potential clients on LinkedIn and Upwork platforms
- Proposal Writing: Create compelling proposals and bids that highlight our technical capabilities and past successes
- Client Communication: Manage initial client conversations, understand requirements, and qualify leads
- Platform Management: Maintain and optimize company profiles on LinkedIn and Upwork to maximize visibility
- Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities
- Pipeline Management: Track and manage leads through the sales funnel using CRM tools
- Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams to accurately scope projects and prepare proposals
- Networking: Build and maintain professional relationships with prospects and existing clients
- Reporting: Provide regular updates on outreach activities, conversion rates, and pipeline status
Requirements
Essential Skills
- 1-3 years of experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition
- Proven track record of generating leads and closing deals on Upwork and/or LinkedIn
- Strong understanding of IT services, web development, and software solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Experience writing winning proposals and client-facing documentation
- Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tracking tools
Technical Knowledge
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and tech terminology
- Ability to discuss technical solutions with clients (training will be provided)
- Knowledge of AI/ML services and modern web technologies is a plus
Soft Skills
- Self-motivated with strong initiative and drive to achieve targets
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Resilience and persistence in a competitive sales environment
- Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets
What We Offer
- Commission-based incentives on successful deals
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology projects
- Supportive team environment with technical expertise backup
- Professional growth and skill development
Compensation & Work Details
- Salary Range: 70,000 - 80,000 PKR
- Incentives: Performance-based commissions
- Location: DHA Phase 3, XX Sector (Onsite)
- Work Schedule: 09:00 PM to 06:00 AM
To Apply: Please submit your resume along with examples of successful proposals or client acquisition metrics from LinkedIn/Upwork.
Additional InformationCompensation
- Salary: PKR 80,000 per month
Top Skills
What We Do
Softpers is a full-service IT Company that synchronizes people, processes, and technology in the smartest way possible. Our global clientele ranges from startups to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. We have not only helped them grow but also make sure that the implementation of our technology
solutions is seamless, pain-free, and result-driven.
Over the past 5 years, Softpers has matured from a narrowly-focused technology company to a well-established technology hub with a solid team of programming and technology experts delivering impressive results to many happy clients worldwide.
Softpers is one of the leading technology businesses that has helped a number of businesses around the world enjoy a much bigger success. Our unique quality-oriented approach towards our clientele has led us to develop state-of-the-art development that is both effective and efficient. The elegance and exclusivity that we provide in our system development and the satisfaction we bring to our clients can be compared to none.
Our main purpose is to provide value to our clients. The success of our company is not only due to the high-quality work that we provide, but also because of the way we treat our clients, take care of their needs, and satisfy them in the best possible way.
