Executive Outreach & Business Development Associate

Hume AI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hume AI is seeking a Business Development operator to help build and run an executive-level BD program alongside our CEO. Identify valuable relationships, start thoughtful conversations, and move initiatives forward in a fast-moving startup focused on human-centered AI.

This early-career role requires strong commercial instincts, excellent communication, and the initiative to operate close to leadership. You’ll support outreach through the CEO’s network and LinkedIn, emphasizing judgment,

Qualifications

• Evidence of initiative and follow-through in business development, sales, partnerships, operations, or another demanding environment.
• Excellent written communication and the ability to write a concise, thoughtful message for an executive audience.
• Strong research skills and judgment about which people and opportunities deserve attention.

Responsibilities

• Research companies, decision-makers, and potential partners to identify relevant business development opportunities.
• Prepare concise account research, relationship context, and tailored outreach for executive conversations.
• Help organize and operate the CEO’s business development program, including outreach through his network and LinkedIn.
• Coordinate follow-ups, maintain clear records, and ensure promising conversations have an owner and next step.
• Prepare briefing materials and capture useful context before and after meetings.
• Work with the team to understand Hume’s capabilities and communicate their relevance to prospective partners.
• Track activity and outcomes, identify what is working, and improve the program over time.
• Take ownership of projects that help convert an initial conversation into a productive relationship.

Skills

Initiative

Strong communication

Research skills

Executive communication

Organizational discipline

CRM tools

Tools

CRM tools

LinkedIn

Job description

Hume AI is seeking a Business Development operator to help build and run an executive-level BD program alongside our CEO. Identify valuable relationships, start thoughtful conversations, and move initiatives forward in a fast-moving startup focused on human-centered AI.

This early-career role requires strong commercial instincts, excellent communication, and the initiative to operate close to leadership. You’ll support outreach through the CEO’s network and LinkedIn, emphasizing judgment,