SMEVentures is a unique private equity venture sourcing opportunities in multiple markets across Europe and Asia Pacific. We are a small, revolving team of like-minded entrepreneurs, each looking for one SME to acquire and operate. We are alumni of of Harvard Business School, INSEAD, and other top-tier business schools, and our collective background spans a range of industries.. We are looking for a team of bright, entrepreneurial people to join us on this journey.
Title
Executive Assistant
Location
The ideal candidate is located in the Philippines and is available to work remotely.
Time Requirement
9am-6pm Singapore time, M-F
Responsibilities
You should be ready to wear multiple hats and to do whatever the business requires. Because SMEVentures is a new business, your responsibilities will vary and will likely change regularly. They will include the following:
Cold calling small businesses to set appointments
Receiving inbound calls and setting appointments
Respond to chat inquiries on website and social media
Coordinating meetings over email, chat, and phone
Researching companies and analyzing them against our investment criteria
Researching and cold calling to identify business owners and their contact info
Diligently maintaining and updating data in our CRM
Contacting potential recruits and setting appointments
Maintaining job postings on dozens of recruiting websites
Communicating daily with SMEVentures staff via videoconference, message, phone, and email
Requirements
Superhuman productivity. You’re able to produce the results of 3 normal humans in the same amount of time and with the same level of accuracy.
Results-driven. You are motivated by what you produce more than by the hours you log, and you are ready to be held accountable accordingly.
Action-oriented. You would rather DO than stall. You’d rather be super busy and highly efficient than relaxed.
Personable. Not only will you have to get along very well with us, as we’ll be working together daily, but you’ll also need to earn the immediate love and admiration of everyone you speak to on the phone.
Reliable and diligent. You don’t like to be babysat, and you don’t need to be, because you do everything you’re responsible for doing (and then some) without being asked twice. You’re there when you’re needed, on time and ready, and you look forward to anticipate what will need to be done tomorrow, not just today.
Contagious positivity. We work hard, but we love it. You should too.
Reliable, high-speed internet connectivity and computer. You will be holding regular phone and video calls over the internet. If your internet or your hardware fails, our business suffers.
Native-level English. You are comfortable communicating in a professional and sophisticated manner in both spoken and written English.
High-quality headset. You will be using this often, and it’s very important that you can communicate clearly with both your colleagues and third parties.
Quiet, dedicated working environment. You will regularly be taking important calls with senior executives. Background noises are a no-go.
Additional Qualities
Native-level proficiency in an Asian or European language
Previous startup or entrepreneurial experience
Previous sales experience
Benefits
Exposure to a niche and innovative private equity model
Coaching from a global team of accomplished business professionals
