Sales & Business Development Volunteer: 4WARD.earth

4WARD.earth; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative climate organization based in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated SDR / Sales & Business Development Volunteer. This role involves outreach, client development, and engagement with partners, all while gaining practical experience in sales development and CRM management. Although the position is unpaid, it offers invaluable networking opportunities and hands-on experience in the field of climate and sustainability.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Opportunity to contribute to climate initiatives

Build a professional network in sustainability

Qualifications

• Strong desire to engage in sales development and client outreach.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Interest in contributing to climate action through business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and connect with potential clients and partners.
• Maintain communication with existing leads and prospects.
• Use Hubspot CRM for tracking sales activities.
• Support promotion and partnership development.
• Conduct market research for business opportunities.
• Track outreach activities and engagement metrics.

Skills

Interest in sales, business development, or partnerships

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Familiarity with CRM systems

Ability to manage multiple leads and tasks independently

Enthusiasm for climate and sustainability

Proactive and eager to learn

Tools

Hubspot

Job description

4WARD empowers climate-focused professionals and connects them with organizations driving environmental innovation.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SDR / Sales & Business Development Volunteer to support outreach, client development, and follow-up efforts across 4WARD’s core business models: a) consulting & advisory services and b) referral marketing & affiliate offers.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to gain hands‑on experience in sales development, CRM management, client outreach, and business development strategy while building a global network in climate and sustainability. Volunteers will spend 5–8+ hours per week on outreach, lead generation, and follow-up with prospective clients and partners. This position is unpaid but highly valuable for career growth and networking.

Volunteer Goals 💪

• Lead Outreach & Engagement 📢 Identify and connect with potential clients, partners, and affiliates aligned with 4WARD’s mission.
• Sales Follow‑Up 📩 Maintain consistent and professional communication with existing leads and prospects to move conversations forward.
• CRM Management (Hubspot) 📊 Gain hands‑on experience using Hubspot for pipeline tracking, lead nurturing, and sales process optimization.
• Affiliate & Referral Offers 👥 Support promotion and partnership development for affiliate tools, services, and solutions relevant to the climate ecosystem.
• Market Research 📊 Help identify new opportunities, sectors, and companies for collaboration, consulting, and business development.
• Reporting & Metrics 🔢 Track outreach activity, engagement metrics, and pipeline progress while learning sales reporting best practices.

Helpful Skills & Experience 🌟

• Interest in sales, business development, or partnerships with a growth mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Hubspot experience a plus, training provided).
• Ability to manage multiple leads and tasks independently with attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for climate, sustainability, and purpose-driven business models.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn professional sales development skills.

How Volunteers Benefit:

• Practical experience with Hubspot CRM and sales development processes.
• Direct involvement in client outreach, lead generation, and business development.
• Mentorship and training from experienced founders and business leaders.
• Build an incredible professional network in climate, sustainability & energy.
• Gain valuable real‑world experience to advance your career in sales, partnerships, or business development.
• Opportunity to make a tangible contribution to global climate and sustainability initiatives.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Fill out your volunteer application at https://4ward.earth/volunteer with your resume + a brief note about why you're excited to support sales and business development for climate action!

Volunteer with us to help build the bridge between talent, business, and climate action! 🌿