via Polymer
$55K - 75K a year
Identify and engage startups needing support, conduct research, build relationships, and qualify engagements.
Strong communication and relationship skills, curiosity about startups, proactive outreach, and research-driven mindset.
Company: M3 Communications Location: Remote / Flexible Experience: 0–4 years About M3 Communications M3 Communications is a communications strategy and advisory firm focused on clarity, context, and long-term trust. Alongside strategic communications, we work with founders and organisations across product, design, technology, go-to-market, growth, and marketing challenges through a network of specialists and partners. Role Overview We are looking for a Business Development Associate who can identify and connect with founders, startups, and organisations that may need support across areas such as design, product development, code, go-to-market strategy, growth, marketing, and strategic communications. This role focuses on scouting opportunities, building relationships with founders, and identifying situations where the right strategic support can create meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Identify founders, startups, and organisations that may require support in design, development, GTM, growth, marketing, or communications Conduct research to understand company context, stage, and potential needs Reach out to founders and leadership teams via LinkedIn, email, and ecosystem networks Build and maintain relationships with founders and operators Identify opportunities where M3 and its partner network can provide strategic support Qualify potential engagements and introduce relevant opportunities to the team Maintain a pipeline of leads, conversations, and partnerships Represent M3’s positioning clearly as a strategic advisory and partner network Ideal Candidate Strong communication and relationship-building skills Curious about startups, founders, and new companies being built Comfortable with outreach and starting conversations Research-driven mindset and ability to understand business context Self-starter who enjoys networking and identifying opportunities Nice to Have Experience in business development, partnerships, or startup ecosystems Familiarity with product, design, growth, marketing, or communications Active on LinkedIn or startup communities What You’ll Gain Direct exposure to founders and startup ecosystems Opportunity to build a strong professional network Learning across product, growth, communications, and strategy A flexible and fast-moving work environment Compensation Base compensation + performance-based incentives for qualified client engagements.
This job posting was last updated on 3/17/2026