Business Writer Projects

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UK Accountant / Tax Adviser Needed

We are a four-person family business operating in the UK spray-painting industry, and we are currently looking for an accountant who could support us on an ongoing basis as the business continues to grow. Before deciding on a long-term working relationship, we would first like to arrange a consultation and receive professional advice regarding our current business structure and the best way to operate going forward. At present, each of the four family members is registered separately as self-employed/sole trader. However, in practice we work closely together under the same trading name. We share premises, equipment, websites and a quoting system, and we usually issue one quotation to the customer. Each person is responsible for a different part of the business and the work, including customer service, work management, preparation and spray-finishing. Payments are currently divided between us, with each person receiving and keeping payment relating to the work they personally carry out. Our main concern is to understand whether the way we have been operating up to now is legally and tax compliant, particularly as we work closely together as one family business while remaining separately registered as sole traders. The business is now expanding and we are planning to employ one or two additional people. Because of this, we feel this is the right time to review our structure properly. We would like advice on whether we should continue operating as separate sole traders or whether it would be more appropriate and tax-efficient to formalise the business as a partnership, LLP or limited company. We would therefore like an accountant with strong knowledge of the UK tax system to review our current setup, advise us on the most suitable structure for the future, and explain the tax, National Insurance and legal implications of each option. If we are happy with the advice and feel that we are a good fit, we would also be interested in establishing an ongoing relationship for accounting, tax and general business support.

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Branded Word & Excel Templates Designer Nee

We’re looking for a skilled and detail-oriented freelancer to create professional branded Microsoft Word and Excel templates for business use. Tasks

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Field Sales Representative

I You Print are looking for an experienced, driven and self-motivated Field Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented salesperson who enjoys meeting business owners face-to-face, developing new relationships and converting opportunities into long-term customers. Key Responsibilities: * Identify and develop new business opportunities within your assigned territory. * Visit prospective and existing customers to introduce our print and design services. * Build strong, long-term relationships with business owners and decision-makers. * Generate leads through face-to-face visits, networking, referrals, prospecting and cold outreach. * Target businesses across sectors such as hospitality, retail, property, construction, professional services, events and local businesses. * Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable print and signage solutions. * Prepare and follow up on quotations and enquiries. * Re-engage previous and inactive customers to generate repeat business. * Negotiate pricing and close sales effectively. * Achieve and exceed agreed weekly and monthly sales targets. * Maintain accurate records of leads, meetings, quotations and sales within the CRM system. * Provide regular feedback on customer requirements, competitor activity and market opportunities. * Work closely with the design, production and customer service teams to ensure a smooth customer experience. Requirements: * 1-2 years’ experience in field sales, B2B sales or business development is preferred. * Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets. * Confident and professional face-to-face communication skills. * Strong negotiation, persuasion and closing abilities. * Comfortable approaching and developing relationships with new businesses. * Highly motivated, commercially minded and target-driven. * Ability to work independently and manage your own diary and territory. * Excellent follow-up and organisational skills. * Experience in the printing, signage, design, advertising or B2B services industry is an advantage but not essential. * Willingness to travel within the assigned

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Middle east or Europe-Based B2B Sales Partner for AI Projects

Europe-Based Sales / Business Development Professional We are looking for an experienced Europe-based Sales / Business Development professional to help us generate new clients and grow our AI Services, web development and digital services business across the European market. What We Need This role is strictly focused on business development and sales. We are not looking for developers or technical professionals for this position. You should have proven experience with: - B2B sales and lead generation - Finding and qualifying potential European/ Middle east clients - Cold email, LinkedIn outreach, and prospecting - Booking qualified sales meetings - Client relationship management - Sales follow-up and closing - Selling AI Services, web development, software, digital marketing, or similar services - Understanding European B2B markets and business culture/ Middle east culture Ideal Candidate You should: - Be based in Europe - Have previous European B2B sales/business development experience - Have an existing professional network or strong prospecting ability - Be confident communicating with European business owners and decision-makers - Be results-oriented and comfortable working on performance-based compensation - Be fluent in English; knowledge of another European language is a plus Our Services We provide professional: - AI Services and Development using LLM Models - Shopify, WordPress & WooCommerce development - Custom Next Js/PHP development - E-commerce solutions - Website maintenance - SEO and digital marketing - Custom web applications Compensation We are open to discussing a commission/performance-based partnership, with attractive commission potential for successfully acquired clients. This can become a long-term partnership for the right person. To Apply Please provide: - Your location in Europe - Years of business development/sales experience - Your experience selling web/software/digital services - Examples of clients or deals you have generated - Your preferred compensation/commission structure - How you would approach finding our first 5–10 European clients Please apply only if you have genuine business development/sales experience. Developers looking for technical work are not required for this position.

UK-Based B2B Cold Caller & Appointment Setter – Fleet Services

Foresight Fleet Solutions is a UK fleet risk management business helping organisations reduce occupational road risk through professional on-road driver assessments, documented reporting, driver coaching and targeted training. Our core service includes 90-minute on-road assessments carried out in employees’ own work vehicles, followed by a professional report covering driving competencies, identified risks and recommendations. We are looking for an experienced UK-based B2B cold caller / appointment setter with proven experience speaking to UK businesses. THE ROLE Your job is to reach the right decision-makers within UK organisations operating vehicle fleets, identify genuine opportunities and book qualified appointments for our team. Typical contacts will include Fleet Managers, Transport Managers, Health & Safety Managers, Operations Managers, Directors and business owners. You will be responsible for: • Calling targeted UK businesses during normal UK business hours • Identifying and reaching the appropriate decision-maker • Introducing Foresight Fleet Solutions professionally and clearly • Establishing whether our services could be relevant • Asking sensible qualifying questions • Navigating gatekeepers and handling initial objections • Booking qualified meetings for our team • Keeping accurate notes, outcomes and follow-ups You are not expected to close the sale. Our team will handle the consultation, proposal and contract closing. PROSPECT DATA & SUPPORT We can provide targeted prospect lists, so you will not be expected to buy leads. We will also provide guidance on our services, ideal customer profile, target sectors, key selling points, qualification criteria, common objections and the decision-makers we want to reach. Experience researching suitable UK businesses and decision-makers is a bonus, but not essential. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We want someone who: • Is based in the UK • Has proven B2B cold-calling or appointment-setting experience • Has a natural, professional telephone manner • Is confident speaking with managers, directors and business owners • Can have a genuine conversation rather than simply read a script • Is comfortable dealing with gatekeepers and objections • Understands that quality matters more than simply filling a diary • Is reliable, organised and accurate with call notes and follow-ups Experience in fleet, automotive, commercial insurance, transport, logistics, health & safety, compliance or other professional B2B services would be particularly useful, but is not essential. We are looking for professional, consultative conversations. We do not want misleading claims, aggressive hard-selling or high-pressure tactics used when representing Foresight Fleet Solutions. PAY & BONUSES We are looking to pay approximately £18–£25 per hour, depending on experience and track record. There will also be performance bonuses for genuinely qualified appointments that take place. To qualify for an appointment bonus, the meeting must meet our agreed qualification criteria and be attended by an appropriate decision-maker. Additional bonuses will be available where opportunities you generate result in Foresight Fleet Solutions securing a new client or contract. The exact bonus structure will be agreed before work begins. We expect to start with approximately 10–15 hours per week on a paid trial. Strong performance could lead to increased hours and an ongoing relationship as Foresight grows across the UK. HOW TO APPLY Please include: 1. Your B2B cold-calling / appointment-setting experience. 2. The types of UK businesses and decision-makers you have previously contacted. 3. Any relevant fleet, automotive, insurance, transport, logistics, compliance or similar experience. 4. Any previous results you can share, such as calls, decision-maker conversations, appointments booked or attendance rates. 5. Your weekly availability. 6. Your expected hourly rate. 7. The diallers or CRM systems you have used. 8. Whether you have experience researching B2B prospects. Please avoid generic applications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief interview to discuss how they approach cold calls, gatekeepers, objections and qualifying opportunities. We are looking for someone who can represent Foresight Fleet Solutions professionally and potentially work with us long term.

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Data Collection & Entry

I have an xls file, blank, except for a couple of demo records and the headers. I need someone to acquire the data to fill it out. There are locations online where the data is easily available, and we are only seeking information that isn't copyrighted (like a business name, location (inc co ordinates for a map), website, Email, and contact number - and some basic information about facilities). In total, there are about 5500 records to fill. I don't mind the use of automation and AI where it is lawful.

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Social Media Manager for Luxury Hair Brand (Instagram & TikTok)

Luxury Hair Salon | Ongoing Social Media Manager I'm looking for a long-term social media manager for my luxury hair business, Freedom Edge. I don't need anyone to film content. I'll provide all photos and videos each week via Google Drive. I'm looking for someone who can: Edit Instagram Reels and TikTok videos. Write engaging captions. Schedule and publish content. Plan Stories. Help grow my brand organically. Advise me on what content to film each week. Experience with hair, beauty or aesthetics businesses is preferred. Budget: Up to £300 per month for an ongoing partnership. Please send examples of beauty or hair accounts you've managed and tell me how you help clients grow bookings, not just followers.

Growth Specialist

Are you a proactive builder who thrives at the intersection of sales, strategy, and project management? We’re looking for a sharp, adaptable professional to own the client journey and scale with us. Position: Growth Specialist Company: ZAM Work Setup: Remote | Independent Contractor | Flexible Hours Compensation Perks: Base Compensation, 5% Closing Commission on qualifying collected revenue from closed deals, 2% Retention Residual on recurring revenue (up to a 6-month residual cap), Incentive Bonuses: $500 referral bonus and $200 case-study bonus (subject to terms), 50% internet bill reimbursement + laptop provision upon regularization. About ZAM ZAM builds business operating systems for service businesses, integrating strategy, operations, automation, AI, and process improvement to help companies scale. What You’ll Do Unlike traditional lead generation roles, you’ll own the end-to-end client journey: - Acquisition: Conduct market research, target outreach, and generate qualified leads. - Sales & Closing: Run discovery calls, handle proposals, and close deals. - Delivery & Onboarding: Transition clients smoothly and stay involved as the primary project coordinator. - Account Growth: Build long-term client relationships to drive retainers and referrals. What We’re Looking For - Related Degree preferred, but performance and capability matter most. Open to motivated fresh graduates. - Strong written/verbal English communication and confidence with international clients. - Experience or strong interest in sales, business development, client management, or project management. - Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable mindset.

Telesales: Sell Websites We've Already Built - £50 Per Sale

Cold call closer wanted. UK BASED ONLY. The product is already built and sitting on a server. We are Brand It! Midlands, a Leicester based branding, print, signage and web design company. Over the past few months we have built more than 400 complete demo websites for real UK businesses. Each one is a bespoke site, built for that specific company, using their own name, services, photos and content. They are live and ready to view right now. The businesses do not know they exist yet. That is the job. You call the business, tell them we have already built their website, send them the link while you are on the phone, and close the sale. Why this is not a normal cold calling gig There is nothing to imagine or visualise. The prospect looks at their finished website within thirty seconds of picking up. Every site is bespoke to that business, not a template with their logo dropped in. The price point is low enough to be a decision the owner makes on the call, not a board meeting. The list grows every week. We build new sites continuously, so you will never run out of numbers to call. No build work, no design work, no account management. You close it, we deliver it. The offer you are selling A complete, professionally built and hosted website for a small monthly fee plus a small one off setup charge. Full details and current pricing given at briefing. We handle the build, hosting, domain, edits and support. What we pay A flat fee of £XX for every sale you close, paid on the customer's first cleared payment. No cap. Close five in a day, we pay for five. There is no retainer and no hourly rate. This is commission only, so it suits someone who is confident on the phone and wants their earnings tied to their own results rather than their hours. What you get from us The full call list with business name, contact number, sector and the direct link to that business's finished website A call script and objection handling sheet Email and SMS templates to fire the link over mid call A simple form to log the sale, no CRM admin Direct access to the owners, not a middle manager Who we are looking for Proven outbound B2B telephone sales experience, ideally selling to small business owners and sole traders UK based, native or near native English, clear telephone manner Able to make a decent volume of calls in a session rather than a handful Your own phone system, headset and internet connection Comfortable working commission only Experience selling web design, digital marketing, print or advertising to SMEs is a big plus, but a strong closer from any B2B sector will do well here. To apply Do not send a generic proposal. Send me: What you have sold before, to whom, and roughly what volume How many outbound calls you would realistically make in a working day One line on how you would open the call given that we have already built their site I will send shortlisted applicants a link to one of the live demo sites so you can see exactly what you would be selling before you commit to anything.

Direct Marketing Specialist Needed

I am looking for an experienced Direct Marketing specialist to help promote my business and services. The work will include finding potential customers, reaching out to prospects, and generating new leads through direct marketing. I am looking for someone who has experience in lead generation, customer outreach, and direct marketing campaigns. Please apply with your experience and examples of similar work.

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Field Sales Executive

We are looking for an experienced, driven and self-motivated Field Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented salesperson who enjoys meeting business owners face-to-face, developing new relationships and converting opportunities into long-term customers. Key Responsibilities * Identify and develop new business opportunities within your assigned territory. * Visit prospective and existing customers to introduce our print and design services. * Build strong, long-term relationships with business owners and decision-makers. * Generate leads through face-to-face visits, networking, referrals, prospecting and cold outreach. * Target businesses across sectors such as hospitality, retail, property, construction, professional services, events and local businesses. * Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable print and signage solutions. * Prepare and follow up on quotations and enquiries. * Re-engage previous and inactive customers to generate repeat business. * Negotiate pricing and close sales effectively. * Achieve and exceed agreed weekly and monthly sales targets. * Maintain accurate records of leads, meetings, quotations and sales within the CRM system. * Provide regular feedback on customer requirements, competitor activity and market opportunities. * Work closely with the design, production and customer service teams to ensure a smooth customer experience. Requirements * Minimum 2 years’ experience in field sales, B2B sales or business development is preferred. * Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets. * Confident and professional face-to-face communication skills. * Strong negotiation, persuasion and closing abilities. * Comfortable approaching and developing relationships with new businesses. * Highly motivated, commercially minded and target-driven. * Ability to work independently and manage your own diary and territory. * Excellent follow-up and organisational skills. * Experience in the printing, signage, design, advertising or B2B services industry is an advantage but not essential. * Full driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle. * Willingness to travel within the assigned territory. What We Offer * Competitive basic salary + uncapped commission * Attractive earning potential for high-performing salespeople. * Flexible working arrangements. * Sales and product training. * Ongoing support from our sales and production teams. * A growing portfolio of high-demand print and signage products. * Opportunity to develop and progress within a fast-expanding business. * The opportunity to build and manage your own customer portfolio. Salary & Commission The basic salary will be negotiated based on the candidate’s experience, skills and proven sales record. In addition, the role offers uncapped commission, providing significant earning potential for individuals who consistently generate and close new business. Interested? If you’re an ambitious Field Sales Professional who enjoys meeting customers, winning new business and being rewarded for results, we’d love to hear from you.

Email Marketing Team — 2 Long-Term Professionals

We are building a new U.S.-based business and developing our email marketing operation as the business grows. We are looking for two reliable professionals to join us on a long-term basis. The work will be divided between two roles, allowing each person to focus on their specific responsibilities while working together as part of a small team. Position 1 — Email Marketing Specialist Responsibilities Plan and manage email campaigns Create and schedule email campaigns Manage email lists and audience segments Set up and manage email automation Create follow-up and nurturing campaigns Monitor campaign performance Improve campaigns based on results Provide regular updates on campaign progress and performance Skills Previous email marketing experience Experience with at least one major email marketing platform Understanding of email campaigns and automation Good communication skills Strong attention to detail Ability to work independently Main focus: Managing and improving our email marketing campaigns. Position 2 — Email Marketing Operations Specialist Responsibilities Manage the email marketing calendar Organize campaign schedules and deadlines Track campaigns from preparation through launch Coordinate with the Email Marketing Specialist Schedule approved campaigns Check campaign details before launch Coordinate revisions and updates Keep campaign information organized Identify scheduling or coordination issues Provide regular status updates Help ensure campaigns are prepared and launched on time Skills Experience with email marketing or campaign coordination Strong organizational skills Good written English skills Experience with at least one email marketing platform Strong attention to detail Good time management Reliable and responsive Ability to work independently Main focus: Keeping our email marketing activities organized, coordinated, and on schedule. Work Schedule Monday–Friday Approximately 30–40 hours per week Flexible working hours Availability during U.S. business hours when needed Long-term working relationship The exact schedule can be discussed based on the role, responsibilities, and availability of each person. Compensation & Long-Term Opportunity $3,000–$5,000 per month for each person. The exact compensation within this range will depend on experience, availability, and responsibilities. This is an ongoing opportunity for a long-term working relationship. As the business grows, we expect the email marketing operation to grow with it. What We Are Looking For Professionalism Responsiveness Good English communication Attention to detail Consistency Interest in a long-term working relationship We are looking for people who are strong in their specific role, dependable, and able to work well as part of a small team. How to Apply Please include: Which position you are applying for A brief introduction Your relevant experience The email marketing platform(s) you use One or two examples of similar work Your availability Your preferred monthly compensation Why you are interested in a long-term collaboration We are looking for two dependable professionals who can become long-term members of our team and grow with the business.

A5 single page flyer design

I need an a5 single page flyer design for advertising a fitness business.

Markethg material for exhibition

I have an exhibition and require back drops, leaflets brochures, business cards, flyers etc with our logo and products. We need to merge our two company logos to provide a back drop with both company logos and also information and images from our website and what we can provide. We manufacture camper furniture and would ideally look for a designer within the UK to possible meet or have an idea what we are after.

Modern Goblin Mascot Logo and Graphic design

I need a modern-style logo for a card-dealing business. The logo should feature a goblin and be designed in a mascot format. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Strong portfolio in modern mascot logos - Experience with fantasy or character design - Ability to create engaging and unique goblin imagery - Proficiency in vector graphic design Please include samples of similar work in your bid.

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B2B Appointment Setter – International Courier

We are an established UK-based international courier and logistics business looking for an experienced freelance B2B telesales / appointment-setting professional to work with us on an ongoing basis. The Opportunity We provide UK businesses with access to a wide range of leading international and domestic courier services, offering competitive rates alongside a proactive, managed service. We are looking for an experienced individual who can contact UK businesses, identify the person responsible for courier and shipping decisions, understand their current requirements and generate genuinely qualified sales opportunities. This is not a high-volume call-centre campaign. We are looking for someone capable of having professional B2B conversations and identifying businesses where there is a genuine opportunity for us to help. What You'll Be Doing You will: Make outbound calls to targeted UK businesses. Identify and speak with the decision-maker responsible for courier, shipping or logistics. Establish whether the company regularly sends domestic or international consignments. Understand their current shipping arrangements, including carriers used, destinations, frequency/volume and approximate spend where appropriate. Identify potential issues around pricing, service, reliability, international shipping, imports or exports. Establish whether there is an opportunity for the business to review or compare its existing courier arrangements. Book qualified appointments and/or generate genuine quotation opportunities. Provide clear notes following conversations so that our sales team can follow up effectively. What We Consider a Qualified Opportunity We are not interested in appointments simply for the sake of filling a diary. A good opportunity would typically involve: A genuine UK business with regular courier/shipping requirements. Contact with the appropriate decision-maker. An established requirement for domestic and/or international courier services. Some understanding of their existing arrangements. A genuine willingness to discuss their requirements, obtain a quotation or compare their current service. Quality is much more important to us than quantity. Who We're Looking For Ideally, you will have proven experience in: B2B telesales Cold calling Lead generation Appointment setting Business development Previous experience within courier, parcels, freight forwarding, logistics, transport, e-commerce fulfilment or international shipping would be a major advantage. You should be comfortable speaking with business owners, operations managers, logistics managers, purchasing/procurement teams and other senior decision-makers. We're particularly interested in hearing from experienced freelance callers who can demonstrate results from previous B2B campaigns. Hours & Working Arrangement Initially, we envisage approximately 10–15 hours per week. We would prefer to work with an individual freelancer rather than a large call centre or agency. This will initially be a trial campaign, but if you generate good-quality opportunities, we are looking for someone to work with us on a long-term ongoing basis. We are open to discussing an hourly/day rate and potentially an additional performance incentive for opportunities that convert into customers. When Applying Please tell us: Your B2B telesales and appointment-setting experience. Any previous courier, freight, logistics, transport or shipping experience. Examples of similar campaigns you have worked on. Your normal hourly/day rate. Your current availability. How many hours per week you could commit. What you would realistically expect to achieve from approximately 10–15 hours of calling per week once a campaign is established.

Construction BDM (AEC) - 1 day a month Specialist Outreach

UK AEC Business Development Consultant – Warm Introductions I run a London-based consultancy working with architecture, engineering and built-environment businesses, and I am looking for an experienced, well-connected AEC business development professional to help me open a small number of new client relationships. This is not a lead-generation or high-volume cold outreach role. I am specifically looking for someone who already has an established professional network among UK architects, engineering consultancies and/or other built-environment businesses, ideally including relationships with directors, managing directors, commercial directors or other senior decision-makers. The initial objective is very focused: to secure a minimum of two genuine warm introductory meetings by December 2026. I am particularly interested in someone who can: • identify where my consultancy offering would have a strong commercial fit; • use their own AEC relationships and network to create warm routes into suitable firms; • make credible, personal introductions at senior level; • advise me on where opportunities are most likely to exist; and • help position my services appropriately for the AEC market. I am not looking for someone primarily offering database building, automated LinkedIn outreach, email campaigns or generic lead generation. I can identify target companies myself; the value I am looking for is your existing industry relationships and ability to open doors. This is deliberately a small initial assignment. The starting budget is £110 per day, with up to three days per month (£330). I am open to discussing how those days are best used rather than prescribing a fixed amount of activity. If the approach works and generates worthwhile conversations, there is potential to develop this into a longer-term relationship. When responding, please tell me briefly: 1. Which parts of the UK AEC sector your existing network covers. 2. The level of people you typically have relationships with. 3. An example of a warm commercial introduction you have made previously. 4. Whether you would be comfortable using your own professional network as part of this assignment. I would then be very happy to arrange a short informal conversation to see whether there is a good fit on both sides.

Social Media Marketing for UK Competition Site

We need someone to completely manage our social media marketing! We are currently set up on Facebook and Instagram, and run Facebook ads. We are a UK competition site, with draws every Wednesday evening. We want to build our community and reach more customers. We will need you to create images/videos and social media posts. Please send a detailed proposal - we want to know how you would approach this and grow our business! Please also include your relevant experience with examples and success rates, plus your monthly fees.

Twilio ai agent voice and sms integrations

I'm looking for an experienced Twilio specialist to join my fulfilment team... Ongoing work as new clients come on. I run a growing service for UK trade businesses. I have my own CRM built in Lovable. The CRM and pipelines already exist. I don't need a new CRM... First client scope... AI voice receptionist for inbound calls, capturing caller details into the CRM. Website enquiry follow-up via SMS... Missed call text back quote follow ups triggered by pipeline stage review requests triggered by pipeline stage Call transcript or summary stored on the lead I want someone who can take ownership of Twilio and the voice AI side. If the first setup goes well, I'd like to keep working with you as more clients come on. Please include your relevant experience, examples, approach, timeframe and price for the first client. NO AI GENERATED WILL BE REPLIED TO good luck

India-based expedition / research assistant

I am looking for a reliable India-based assistant to help me organise a long overland expedition across India starting in December 2026. This is not a standard virtual assistant role. I need someone who is comfortable dealing directly with Indian businesses by phone and WhatsApp, chasing responses, negotiating prices, checking details, confirming bookings and helping me solve practical problems quickly. Initial tasks will include: * contacting vehicle rental companies and checking availability and terms; * calling hotels, local suppliers and transport providers; * obtaining quotations and confirming information; * checking that businesses and offers are genuine; * following up when emails or messages are ignored; * updating simple spreadsheets with results; * helping with local research, bookings and logistics as the expedition develops. You should be: * based in India; * fluent in English and Hindi; * confident speaking to businesses on the telephone; * organised and persistent; * capable of working independently rather than simply sending me Google search results; * comfortable negotiating and asking detailed questions. Knowledge of Northeast India would be especially useful, although not essential. I expect to begin with a small number of hours each week. If we work well together, this could develop into a longer-term relationship involving future projects in India. When applying, please tell me where you are based, which languages you speak, and give me one example of a situation where you had to find something difficult, negotiate with suppliers or solve a practical problem for a client.