Research Analyst at Alternative Global India · Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad · 0 - 4 years · ₹3L - ₹4L / yr · Posted 6 Sep 2021
Alternative Global is a management consulting firm with base of operations in Birmingham, New Delhi and Chicago. The firm focuses on helping businesses and Governments in the area of Drones and EVs and is presumably India’s largest drone consulting firm. The firm has a network of more than 50 companies globally in the drone space and has been actively investing in Drone and EV startups.
The firm through its base in India, UK, USA and Israel has been helping companies globally to devise strategies pertaining to the target market. Our team helps an organization to understand the product-market fit, unique unmet needs, consumer behavior, competition analysis, pricing strategies, market sizing etc. in order to pursue their way into any emerging market.
website-www.thealternativeglobal.com
Research Analyst/ Research Associate for an EV & Drone focused boutique management consulting and business advisory firm working with multiple companies from Electric Vehicle and Drone Industry across countries, helping clients towards growth & expansion with strategy, business planning, technology scouting, and collaborations.
Job Description - Research Associate
1. New Business Development
2. Lead Generation / Appointment Generation
3. Web Research
4. Contact Discovery from social networking sites
5. Cold Calling
6. Primary/Secondary web research
7. Presentation and report making +
8. Data interpretation and data presentation
9. Knowledge of financial modeling will be a plus but not necessary
Experience - (0-4 years)
Location: Aerocity, New Delhi
Qualification -
1. Engineer/ Commerce/MBA
2. Preference for experience with similar role or industries like Cleantech, Mobility, Drones etc.
3. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
4. Good knowledge and fluency with MS Office - Word, Excel (with formulas), Powerpoint
5. Ability to work with minimal instructions and supervision
6. Result oriented and initiative driven

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Role Description
The Business Development Associate role is a full-time, on-site position based in Noida. The individual in this role will identify and pursue new business opportunities, generate qualified leads, and support the sales pipeline through regular outreach and follow-up with prospective clients. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market research, preparing and delivering presentations, maintaining accurate records in CRM or tracking tools, and coordinating with internal teams to align service offerings with client needs. The role also involves building and nurturing relationships with decision-makers, scheduling meetings and demos, and contributing to proposals and business development strategies. The Business Development Associate is expected to meet set targets, report on business development activities, and actively participate in team meetings and planning sessions.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Presentation Skills and experience creating and delivering effective Presentations to clients and stakeholders.
- Candidates should possess skills in Lead Generation and Market Research to identify prospects, analyze market trends, and support business growth.
- Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication and professional client interaction.
- Relevant qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, along with prior experience in business development or sales (preferably in services or HR domains).
- Additional beneficial skills include familiarity with CRM tools, ability to work towards targets, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach to team-based work.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate leads through cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn, and other channels.
- Identify and connect with companies requiring IT staffing and recruitment services in the Indian market.
- Conduct client outreach, qualify prospects, and schedule meetings.
- Build and maintain a database of potential clients and decision-makers.
- Follow up with prospects and nurture leads to convert them into business opportunities.
- Coordinate with the sales and recruitment teams to understand client requirements.
- Maintain lead activity, follow-ups, and pipeline updates in CRM tools.
- Achieve monthly lead generation, meeting, and business development targets.
Required Skills
- 2+ years of experience in IT domestic staffing sales or business development.
- Strong knowledge of the Indian IT staffing and recruitment market.
- Experience in outbound sales, cold calling, lead generation, and client acquisition.
- Good communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, CRM tools, or similar platforms is preferred.
Hiring: Business Development Executive (Remote). 1–2 years’ experience preferred. Responsibilities include cold calling, lead generation, client outreach, follow-ups and meeting targets. Strong communication and negotiation skills required. Performance-based stipend with mentorship and practical industry exposure.
Job description
Role Details
- Role: Business Development Executive, Inside Sales
- Role Category: Business Development / Pre-Sales
- Location: Hyderabad
- Experience: 1 to 3 Years
- CTC: 3 LPA 5 LPA
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Department: Sales & Business Development
- Industry: IT Services & Consulting
- Target Markets: USA, UK, Canada & Europe
About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and result-oriented Business Development Executive to join our Inside Sales team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and qualifying potential business opportunities, generating leads, conducting market research, and supporting the sales pipeline for our IT software services across international markets.
The candidate should have strong communication skills, a proactive approach to lead generation, and a basic understanding of AI tools and their application in sales and lead-generation activities.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Identify and generate qualified B2B leads across the USA, UK, Canada, and European markets through online research, email outreach, professional networking, webinars, and other digital channels.
- Conduct secondary market research to identify target companies, decision-makers, business opportunities, and relevant industry trends.
- Build, maintain, and regularly update prospect databases with accurate company and contact information.
- Perform email marketing and cold outreach to prospective clients and effectively communicate the company's IT software services.
- Use AI-powered tools and platforms to support lead identification, prospect research, personalization, data enrichment, and outreach activities.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of how AI can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of lead generation and sales prospecting.
- Qualify leads based on business requirements, potential fit, decision-making authority, and opportunity level.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, communication history, follow-ups, and opportunities in the CRM system.
- Conduct timely follow-ups with prospects and help move qualified leads through the sales pipeline.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with key contacts and decision-makers within prospective and existing customer organizations.
- Identify opportunities for account expansion, cross-selling, and new business development.
- Collaborate closely with the sales, marketing, and delivery teams to support business development initiatives.
- Track lead-generation activities, conversion metrics, and follow-up status, and provide regular updates to management.
- Stay updated on IT services, emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive developments relevant to the target markets.
- Consistently work toward achieving lead-generation and business development targets.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in BBA, MBA, B.Tech, or a related discipline.
- Experience in Business Development, Inside Sales, Lead Generation, IT Sales, or a similar role for 1-3 years.
- Experience in B2B lead generation and international market prospecting is preferred.
- Strong understanding of online research, prospect identification, email outreach, and networking.
- Basic understanding of AI tools used for lead generation, prospect research, data enrichment, or sales outreach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with international prospects.
- Strong analytical and research skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple prospects, follow-ups, and priorities effectively.
- Self-motivated, target-oriented, and passionate about achieving sales and business development goals.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and sales techniques.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Strong follow-up skills and the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Candidates should demonstrate energy, persistence, adaptability, and a strong desire to build a career in IT sales and business development.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 (𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥)
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Sector 68, Noida
𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭: 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM (Night Shift)
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐨
• Research and identify prospective customers across target industries and global markets.
• Generate qualified leads through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo.io and other prospecting platforms.
• Build targeted prospect lists and identify key decision-makers.
• Initiate conversations with potential customers and qualify opportunities.
• Schedule discovery meetings and product demonstrations for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to execute outbound campaigns.
• Consistently achieve lead generation and meeting booking targets.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫
• 2 - 5 years of experience in Lead Generation, Business Development, SDR, or BDR roles.
• Strong experience in outbound prospecting and appointment setting.
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo.io, Upwork, ZoomInfo, or similar prospecting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with US, UK, Europe, or APAC markets is preferred.
• Exposure to Salesforce, SaaS, CRM, or IT Services is an added advantage.
• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
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Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify and acquire new corporate clients.
- Generate new business opportunities through cold calling, emails, and other digital platforms.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients.
- Present company products/services and explain their benefits to potential customers.
- Follow up on leads and convert prospects into clients.
- Achieve assigned sales and business development targets.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities.
Job description:
Job Title: Business Development Intern
Location: Ahmedabad
Experience: Fresher
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive Business Development Intern to join our team. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in sales, client acquisition, and relationship management. You will play a crucial role in expanding our customer base by reaching out to potential clients, pitching our products/services, and driving business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct outbound calls and meetings with prospective clients from provided databases and self-generated leads.
- Clearly communicate the value proposition of our offerings.
- Identify potential leads and qualify prospects based on interest and fit.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure long-term business opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of conversations, outcomes, and client interactions.
- Support the business development team in campaign planning and reporting.
- Consistently achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets.
Requirements:
- Excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
- Confidence in initiating conversations and building rapport with new clients.
- Strong negotiation, persuasion, and closing skills.
- Fluent in English (knowledge of regional languages is a bonus).
- Ability to work independently with a proactive attitude.
What You’ll Gain:
- Exposure to diverse business strategies and client engagement practices.
- Hands-on experience in sales, communication, and negotiation at a professional level.
- Opportunities for career growth within the organization.











