Business Development Executive

GK Business Development Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 312,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives afterProb

Exposure to Japanese clients

Structured training and career develop

Job summary

GK Business Development Inc. in Makati City, Philippines, is seeking a motivated Business Development Executive to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis.

The role focuses on lead generation, outbound outreach, and developing opportunities with Japanese corporate clients, working closely with our Japan-based team. Responsibilities include researching potential clients, conducting outbound outreach, maintaining CRM records, and coordinating with internal teams in the Philippines and Japan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree holder OR at least 3 years of experience in sales, business development, BPO or call center operations
• Strong English communication skills
• Basic Japanese language proficiency is an advantage but not required

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential corporate clients through LinkedIn, industry databases, business directories, referrals, and other lead-generation platforms
• Conduct outbound business development activities, including personalized email outreach, LinkedIn engagement, and phone calls, introduce the company and schedule interview meetings for GK’s editorial report in TIME and Fortune Magazines
• Maintain accurate records of leads, activities, and progress in Salesforce or other CRM tools
• Prepare regular reports on outreach activities, lead conversion progress, pipeline status, and key performance indicators
• Assist with scheduling client meetings, preparing relevant materials, and supporting pre‑meeting coordination
• Coordinate with internal teams in the Philippines and Japan as needed; perform other related tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor

Skills

English communication

Proactive

Onsite coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Location: Makati City, Philippines (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Day Shift)
Employment Type: Full-time (Contract-to-Hire with Probation Period)
Compensation: PHP 28,000 – 42,000/month + Performance Incentives
Benefits: Statutory benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG), 13th Month Pay, Commuting Allowance, Paid Leaves

About GK Business Development Inc.
GK Business Development Inc. (GKBDI) is a Philippines-based business development support company that works closely with Global Kigyo Co., Ltd. (GK) to support Japanese companies in expanding their global presence. GKBDI provides strategic outreach, market research, lead generation, and client engagement support to help GK’s clients identify new business opportunities and build stronger international connections.

Through its collaboration with GK, the official representative of TIME and FORTUNE Magazines in Japan, GKBDI helps Japanese companies share their stories, innovations, and business strengths with global audiences through international media, strategic content, events, and communication opportunities.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Business Development Executive to join our growing team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role supports the expansion of our Japanese corporate clients through lead generation, strategic outreach, and business opportunity development. Ideal for a proactive and goal-driven individual, this position offers hands‑on experience in international business development while working closely with our Japan-based team. You will gain valuable exposure to Japanese clients, cross-border operations, and growth strategies in a fast-paced startup environment

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential corporate clients through LinkedIn, industry databases, business directories, referrals, and other lead-generation platforms

• Conduct outbound business development activities, including personalized email outreach, LinkedIn engagement, and phone calls, introduce the company and schedule interview meetings for GK’s editorial report in TIME and Fortune Magazines

• Maintain accurate records of leads, activities, and progress in Salesforce or other CRM tools

• Prepare regular reports on outreach activities, lead conversion progress, pipeline status, and key performance indicators

• Assist with scheduling client meetings, preparing relevant materials, and supporting pre‑meeting coordination Support the execution of business development strategies

• Coordinate with internal teams in the Philippines and Japan as needed Perform other related tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree holder OR at least 3 years of experience in sales, business development, BPO or call center operations

• Strong English communication skills

• Basic Japanese language proficiency is an advantage but not required

• Highly proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced/startup environment

• Willing to travel and work onsite in Makati City

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with international clients and colleagues

What We Offer

• Competitive monthly salary of PHP 28,000 – 42,000, depending on experience

• Performance-based incentives after probation period

• Exposure to Japanese corporate clients and international business development practices

• Structured training with clear career development opportunities

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

• Opportunity for regularization based on performance

Hiring Process

• The recruitment process will consist of interview stages

• First stage: Online interview, with schedule and details to be provided to shortlisted candidates

• Second stage: Face-to-face interview to be conducted in November at our office in Makati City

• Third stage (to be discussed): Online interview, with schedule and details to be provided to shortlisted candidates

• Successful applicants will be informed of the next steps accordingly