Business Development Associate – B2B International Sales

About Astiva AI

Astiva AI is building in the emerging AI Search and Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO/AEO) space, helping businesses understand and improve how they are discovered across AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity.

We are looking for a Business Development Associate (BDA) to join our sales team and help us grow our international B2B customer base.

This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to start or accelerate their career in B2B SaaS sales, international business development and AI.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and research potential B2B customers in international markets.
• Generate qualified leads through outbound prospecting.
• Connect with founders, marketing leaders and other business decision-makers through LinkedIn, email and calls.
• Understand prospects' requirements and identify relevant business opportunities.
• Conduct initial conversations with prospective customers.
• Schedule qualified meetings and demos for the sales team.
• Follow up consistently with prospects and maintain an organised sales pipeline.
• Work closely with the sales team to improve messaging, targeting and outreach strategies.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
• Confidence in communicating with international prospects.
• Interest in B2B sales, SaaS, AI and technology.
• Comfortable with outbound prospecting through calls, LinkedIn and email.
• Strong research and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable working towards targets.
• Willingness to learn and take ownership.
• Immediate joiner

Experience

Freshers are welcome to apply.

Previous experience in business development, lead generation, inside sales or B2B SaaS sales is an advantage, but not mandatory.

For freshers, we care more about your communication skills, confidence, curiosity and willingness to learn than previous sales experience.

Why Join Astiva AI?

• Build your career in international B2B SaaS sales.
• Work in the fast-growing AI search / GEO / AEO category.
• Get hands-on exposure to prospecting, qualification and SaaS sales.
• Work directly with a growing sales team.
• Take meaningful ownership from the beginning.
• Performance-driven growth opportunities.

Who Should Apply?

Apply if you are someone who:

• Enjoys talking to new people.
• Isn't afraid of reaching out to prospects.
• Wants to build a long-term career in B2B sales.
• Is curious about AI and emerging technology.
• Wants a role where performance and ownership matter.

Fresh graduates with excellent communication skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay: ₹360,000.00 - ₹450,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bengaluru, Karnataka