[Hiring] Lead Generation Specialist @StartupBlink

Role Description

Join StartupBlink and help shape the future of global startup ecosystems from anywhere in the world.

At StartupBlink, you’ll:

• Work fully remote (Europe time zone)
• Gain exposure to partnerships, consulting, marketing, and ecosystem intelligence
• Work with global governments, innovation agencies, and corporations
• Get real ownership, visible impact, and a clear learning path as StartupBlink scales
• Work together with a team of highly motivated individuals who love to build things together

We reward curiosity, ownership, and people who are eager to learn.

Your Impact: StartupBlink works with governments, innovation agencies, and global corporations to help cities and countries grow their startup ecosystems.

As a Lead Generation Associate, you will help grow StartupBlink’s pipeline by identifying new opportunities, reaching out to relevant stakeholders, handling inbound interest, and scheduling calls for the team.

You will:

• Identify and research potential leads globally, including governments, innovation agencies, corporates, and ecosystem organizations
• Find the right decision-makers and build targeted prospect lists
• Conduct outbound outreach through email, LinkedIn, and other relevant channels
• Follow up consistently to generate interest and book meetings
• Handle inbound leads, respond professionally, and qualify opportunities
• Schedule calls for the relevant team members and ensure smooth handover
• Keep lead tracking systems and CRM records updated and organized
• Support the partnerships and sales teams with market research and lead qualification
• Contribute to improving outreach messaging, follow-up processes, and pipeline management

Qualifications

• This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, organized, and excited to learn how global B2B outreach, partnerships, and lead generation work in practice.
• You are curious about startups, innovation, and global ecosystems
• You are comfortable reaching out to new people and building professional connections
• You are organized and able to manage multiple follow-ups and conversations at once
• You are fluent in professional English (mandatory)
• You are strong in research, communication, and relationship-building
• You are comfortable working in a remote international team
• You are persistent, proactive, and not afraid of outreach

Requirements

• You have experience in sales development, lead generation, partnerships, or business development (bonus points)
• You are familiar with CRM tools and outreach workflows (bonus points)
• You are comfortable using LinkedIn, Google Sheets / Excel, and email outreach tools (bonus points)
• You are familiar with startup ecosystems, innovation programs, or public sector stakeholders (bonus points)
• You have previously worked with startups, accelerators, ecosystem builders, or consulting teams (bonus points)

Benefits

• Initial screening questions or task evaluation, followed by several interviews
• Fully remote work within the European time zone
• 26 days of paid vacation per year
• Starting monthly salary depends on experience, skills, and scope to grow

Company Description

StartupBlink is a global startup research platform that maps the winners of the tech economy and helps governments and corporations grow their innovation ecosystems.

Our team is remote, ambitious, and impact-driven. This is a full-time role in Europe’s time zone.

This job will allow you to build critical career skills while working with impressive global partners.

Come build with us.