Lead Generation & Outreach Specialist - Expert Connections Team

-; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in investment-grade research is seeking a Lead Generation & Outreach Specialist to enhance their Core Operations Team. This role is pivotal in driving high-conversion outreach campaigns to connect with top-tier industry professionals. You will manage the entire outreach funnel, utilizing tools like LinkedIn and CRM platforms to optimize messaging and improve response rates. This position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment while contributing to impactful research projects. If you are a proactive communicator with a knack for lead generation, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development

Health & Wellness Insurance

Hybrid Flexibility

Growth Path

Recognition & Rewards

Qualifications

• 2+ years in outbound lead generation or cold outreach.
• Excellent written communication skills for outbound messaging.

Responsibilities

• Manage expert lead generation from sourcing to scheduling.
• Build and manage outreach sequences via email and LinkedIn.

Skills

Outbound Lead Generation

Cold Outreach

Expert Sourcing

Communication Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Tools

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Apollo

Clay

CRM Platforms

Lemlist

NeverBounce

Job description

Description

About Woozle Research

Woozle Research is the gold standard in investment-grade primary research. We provide the world's leading hedge funds, private equity firms, and institutional investors with exclusive, high-quality data they can't find anywhere else. Our research powers smarter investment decisions by delivering precise, real-time insights sourced directly from industry professionals. With a global reach and a rigorous validation process, we ensure our clients receive the most accurate and reliable intelligence to stay ahead of market trends.

About the Role

We're hiring a Lead Generation & Outreach Specialist to join our Core Operations Team. In this role, you'll lead expert sourcing and engagement efforts for ongoing research projects, using a combination of cold outreach, digital tools, and social platforms to connect with high-quality industry professionals.

Your mission: run high-conversion, multi-channel outreach campaigns that fill each project with qualified, verified experts-fast.

You'll be responsible for managing the entire outreach funnel, from lead sourcing to scheduling, and continuously optimizing messaging and targeting to improve response rates and reduce time-to-fill.

Responsibilities

1. Own expert lead generation across all live research projects-from sourcing through to scheduling.
2. Use tools like LinkedIn, Apollo, Clay, Instantly, and CRM platforms to identify, verify, and contact qualified experts.
3. Build and manage multi-step outreach sequences via email, LinkedIn, and other messaging platforms.
4. Write clear, compelling outreach messages that resonate with specific professional profiles.
5. Coordinate expert scheduling with internal research teams and ensure participants meet project criteria.
6. Track response rates, optimize messaging, and A/B test campaigns to improve performance.
7. Maintain and expand Woozle's proprietary database of vetted experts.
8. Collaborate closely with Analysts and Associates to meet project recruitment goals and deadlines.

Requirements

1. Experience: 2+ years in outbound lead generation, cold outreach, panel recruitment, or expert sourcing.
2. Outreach Mastery: You've run high-volume, multichannel campaigns and know how to craft messaging that gets replies.
3. Tech-Savvy: You're fluent with lead gen and outreach tools (e.g., LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Clay, Lemlist, Apollo, NeverBounce, etc.).
4. Strong Communicator: Excellent written communication, especially for outbound messaging.
5. Organized Operator: You can manage multiple live projects and outreach funnels with high attention to detail.
6. Proactive & Self-Directed: You take ownership, solve problems independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
7. Bonus: Experience in expert networks, market research, B2B sales development, or the investment space.

Benefits

1. Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary with performance-based bonus.
2. Professional Development: Training support in outreach strategy, tools, or research operations.
3. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
4. Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of remote work with the support of an in-person team.
5. Growth Path: Clear KPIs, career tracks, and regular feedback to accelerate your development.
6. Recognition & Rewards: Regular opportunities for bonuses and recognition based on performance.