CPT-11292 Business Support Virtual Assistant - Research & Outreach

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you’ve already completed the 20four7VA Recruiting Process - including the Final Interview - or have previously been contracted by a 20four7VA Client, please make sure to apply via the 20four7VA Team Portal for faster processing. Use any valid email address to log in.If you’ve just logged in to the Team Portal, please proceed to review the Independent Contractor Opportunity outlined below.💡 Quick Tip: Upload your resume first - this will automatically populate most of the fields in the application form. Let the magic happen!If you're interested in this opportunity, click APPLY TO POSITION to proceed.********************************************************************Title: Independent Contractor - CPT-11292 Business Support Virtual Assistant - Research & Outreach/Business Support VA/Entry-Senior Level (Remote).Overview20four7VA is seeking offshore independent contractors to deliver remote services to clients worldwide, with a primary focus on developed markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.A Maryland-based commercial real estate broker is seeking a part-time Commercial Real Estate Research & Outreach Virtual Assistant to support the targeted marketing of a high-value church property located in Bethesda, Maryland.The primary objective of this role is to research financially qualified churches, ministries, religious organizations, and schools that may have an interest in acquiring a marquee property near Washington, D.C.

The VA will identify the appropriate decision-makers, make introductory calls, obtain permission for the broker to send the property's offering memorandum, and maintain organized records of all outreach.This is not a traditional sales or closing role. The VA's responsibility is to create qualified introductions and provide the broker with accurate contact information and permission to follow up directly.The objective of each engagement is to assist the client in improving business efficiency, enhancing service delivery, or supporting operational functions through high-quality, task-specific services rendered by a qualified contractor.Scope of ServicesContractors will be required to provide services that align with the following client tasks:Prospect ResearchReview and organize the client-provided database of churches and related organizationsResearch additional local, regional, national, and potentially international churches, ministries, and schoolsIdentify organizations with the potential financial capacity and strategic interest to purchase the propertyResearch leadership teams, real estate contacts, expansion plans, and organizational structureIdentify the appropriate decision-maker for property acquisition discussionsIntroductory OutreachCall churches, ministries, schools, and related organizations using an approved scriptIntroduce the property at a high level without conducting the full sales presentationDetermine the correct person responsible for real estate, expansion, finance, or executive decisionsObtain permission for the broker to send the offering memorandum and property materialsCollect accurate names, titles, phone numbers, and email addressesEscalate qualified or interested contacts to the broker for direct follow-upLead Tracking & DocumentationMaintain an organized outreach tracker in Google SheetsRecord research findings, call outcomes, decision-maker information, and next stepsTrack whether permission was granted to send property materialsAvoid duplicate outreach and maintain accurate follow-up statusProvide regular summaries of completed research and qualified contactsSystems & Process SupportAssist with setting up and using Google Voice or another approved calling systemFollow established scripts, research criteria, and outreach proceduresHelp document a repeatable prospecting process that may later be used for other commercial real estate listingsSupport related research and outreach projects as assignedEach engagement is based on a defined scope of work and is governed by an independent contractor agreement. Services must be performed professionally, with adherence to any timelines, guidelines, and deliverables agreed upon in writing.SkillsThe Contractor must demonstrate proficiency in the following, depending on the Client’s

Requirements

:Previous lead research, prospecting, appointment setting, or business development support experience preferredStrong spoken and written English communication skills requiredExperience conducting professional outbound calls requiredStrong Google Sheets or spreadsheet skills requiredCommercial real estate experience preferred but not requiredExperience researching organizations and identifying decision-makers' preferredAbility to follow scripts while sounding natural and professionalStrong attention to detail and data accuracyAPPLICATION SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGEABLE / REQUIREDGoogle SheetsGoogle WorkspaceGoogle Voice or a similar VoIP platformOnline Research ToolsCommercial Real Estate Databases (Preferred)Microsoft OfficeIDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEStrong online research and investigative skillsConfident and professional on introductory phone callsPersistent when identifying difficult-to-reach decision-makersAble to communicate respectfully with churches, ministries, and schoolsHighly organized and accurate with contact informationComfortable working independently from a defined target profileStrong judgment regarding which organizations may be viable prospectsReliable with consistent follow-through and documentationWork ScheduleContracted Hours per Week: 20 HoursScheduled Working Days: Monday through Friday (unless otherwise mutually agreed in writing)Daily Working Time: TBD ESTNote: The Company will make reasonable efforts to align the Assigned VA’s schedule with the Client’s preferred hours as set forth above. However, availability may vary based on time zones, capacity, and the contracted hours set in this SOW. Any changes must be mutually agreed to in writing through a revised SOW.Terms of EngagementContractors will operate under a Master Services Agreement and a Statement of WorkThis is not an offer of employment; contractors are not employees of 20four7VA or any clientAll compensation is processed through 20four7VA according to the terms of the engagementRole Summary &

Requirements

REQUIRED SERVICE: Business SupportREQUESTED EXPERIENCE TIER LEVEL: Entry, Junior, Senior LevelContracted Hours per Week: 20 hours/weekDaily Working Time: TBD ESTScheduled Working Days: Monday-FridayREPORTING TO/POC: To Be DeterminedNumber of VAs: 1GENDER PREFERENCE: NoneLANGUAGES SPOKEN/PREFERENCE: English ACCENT PREFERENCE: Level A-B (Clear and Professional Spoken English Required)REGION PREFERENCES: AnyWhat we offerCompetitive ratesWeekly paymentsVarious open roles are availableFree training and upskillingConstant support and guidanceA vibrant community always ready to support youAnd more!Originally posted on Himalayas