Business Developer

Freelancingforgood; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A purpose-driven startup is seeking a Business Developer to execute sales and partnership strategies. This part-time role can be remote within the UK. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in business development. The ideal candidate is structured, proactive, and emotionally intelligent, motivated by social impact. The position offers a monthly salary between £300 and £700, depending on commitment and experience.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in business development, communications, or sales.
• Structured and organized, able to drive projects independently.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute sales and partnership strategy.
• Identify and approach target companies in relevant sectors.
• Support design and organization of events with partners.

Skills

Business development

Communication

Sales

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Legacy Compass is looking for a Business Developer.

Overview:

• Part-time position
• Language: English
• Location: London, UK or remote within the UK
• Salary: £300 – £700 per month, depending on time commitment and experience
• Applications closing: 9th November

Job Description

Legacy Compass is a purpose-driven startup helping families and companies navigate the emotional, practical, and financial consequences of loss. We design workshops and tools that open space for meaningful conversations around legacy, caregiving, and preparation – blending emotional intelligence with practical planning.

This role is both strategic and hands‑on. You’ll help shape how we position our workshops in the UK market, identify and pursue opportunities with companies and bring structure to our growth efforts.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Work alongside the founder to define and execute our sales and partnership strategy.
• Identify and approach target companies in legal, consulting, and B Corp sectors.
• Coordinate and track outreach, meetings, and proposals.
• Support the design and organisation of events, collaborations, and pilots with partners.
• Help systematise processes and measure results (CRM, tracking dashboards, timelines).
• Contribute creative ideas for business development and brand positioning.
• Represent Legacy Compass in a professional, empathetic, and impact-driven way

Role Requirements

• Has at least 3 years of experience in business development, communications, or sales (startup or small team experience preferred).
• Is structured, organised, and proactive – able to track details and drive projects forward independently.
• Has experience in fast‑paced environments and is comfortable with shifting priorities.
• Possesses strong emotional intelligence and can connect with the sensitive nature of our work (grief, caregiving, legacy).
• Is hands‑on and solution‑oriented, able to anticipate challenges and identify opportunities.
• Communicates clearly, listens deeply, and asks the right questions.
• Is motivated by social impact and the opportunity to contribute to a universal issue.
• Ideally has experience with startups, social innovation, or purpose‑led organisations.

How to apply?

To apply, please send an email to [e-mail] with the subject: “Business development position – [Your Name]”.

In your email, please include

• Your approach to this challenge:

We aim to sell three paid workshops before Christmas to companies (300–1,000 employees) in the legal, consulting, and B Corp sectors.

Describe how you would approach this goal: What are the key steps, channels, and timeline you’d put in place? Which tools would you use and how you would track the process?

• Three questions for us: Ask three questions that will help you better understand the role or our company. A brief note about why you feel connected to Legacy Compass and how your experience fits this role.