Research & Outreach Specialist (B2B Partnerships, PR) in India at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Research & Outreach Specialist (B2B Partnerships, PR) based in India.

This role focuses on building meaningful business relationships, discovering strategic opportunities, and expanding brand visibility through research-driven outreach. You will identify relevant publications, industry communities, influencers, partners, and media opportunities that align with business goals. The position combines market intelligence, public relations, partnership development, and relationship management in a fast-moving environment. You will play a key role in creating outreach strategies that generate collaborations, media exposure, and growth opportunities. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys research, communication, networking, and building long-term professional relationships. You will work independently while contributing directly to brand growth and market expansion.

The Research & Outreach Specialist will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities, managing outreach initiatives, and developing strong relationships with external stakeholders. The role requires excellent research abilities, communication skills, and a proactive approach to building partnerships and increasing visibility.

• Conduct detailed research on industries, companies, competitors, AI trends, technology ecosystems, publications, communities, influencers, and market opportunities.
• Identify potential partnership, collaboration, sponsorship, and business development opportunities aligned with strategic objectives.
• Build and maintain accurate prospect databases using CRM platforms and research tools.
• Monitor competitor activity, emerging technologies, market trends, and industry developments to uncover new opportunities.
• Research relevant conferences, webinars, podcasts, speaking opportunities, and industry events.
• Execute personalized outreach campaigns through email, LinkedIn, and other relevant communication channels.
• Build and nurture relationships with founders, executives, partners, influencers, journalists, editors, analysts, customers, and community leaders.
• Manage outreach activities from initial prospecting through follow-ups, relationship building, and partnership development.
• Coordinate meetings, partnership conversations, and ongoing communication with external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, outreach documentation, and campaign tracking information.
• Identify and engage with B2B publications, technology blogs, newsletters, podcasts, and media outlets.
• Develop relationships with editors, journalists, contributors, publishers, and industry media contacts.
• Support guest article placements, thought leadership initiatives, executive interviews, case studies, announcements, and other PR activities.
• Coordinate publication processes, including outreach, submissions, approvals, follow-ups, and performance tracking.
• Identify opportunities within AI communities, developer communities, SaaS ecosystems, industry associations, and technology organizations.
• Support co-marketing initiatives, strategic partnerships, and community engagement campaigns.
• Engage with relevant professional communities across platforms such as LinkedIn, Reddit, Slack, Discord, GitHub, Hacker News, and Product Hunt.
• Track outreach performance metrics, analyze results, and optimize strategies based on data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate will have strong research capabilities, excellent communication skills, and experience managing outreach or partnership activities. This role requires someone who is proactive, organized, relationship-focused, and comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment.

• Experience in research, outreach, partnerships, public relations, business development, marketing, or a related field.
• Strong ability to conduct market research and identify relevant companies, communities, publications, and partnership opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create personalized outreach messages.
• Experience managing email outreach, LinkedIn campaigns, CRM systems, and relationship tracking.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with executives, media contacts, influencers, and community leaders.
• Strong understanding of B2B ecosystems, technology markets, SaaS, AI trends, or digital communities.
• Ability to identify relevant media opportunities, publications, podcasts, newsletters, and industry events.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple outreach campaigns and priorities simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track KPIs, evaluate performance, and improve outreach strategies.
• Self-driven and proactive approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate research and documentation.
• Experience working with international markets, particularly US-based B2B audiences, is a plus.

• Flexible remote work opportunity with the ability to manage your schedule effectively.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to brand growth, partnerships, and market expansion.
• Exposure to global technology ecosystems, media networks, and innovative industries.
• Opportunity to build relationships with founders, executives, influencers, and industry leaders.
• Dynamic role combining research, communications, partnerships, and public relations.
• High level of ownership and autonomy in shaping outreach strategies.
• Professional growth opportunities through hands-on experience in business development and communications.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.