Sales Associate

Job Description

Remote (Metro Manila) | Direct Hire | Full-Time Join Dragon Tax & Management – Philippines Operations Team Dragon Tax & Management is an international business with a growing Philippines-based operations team in Metro Manila, supporting HR, payroll, and business functions across a global organization. Our Philippines team is a key part of our operations structure, delivering accurate, compliant, and well-organized support for both local and international stakeholders. We are a SEC-registered Philippine entity, built for long-term stability and sustainable growth. This is a direct hire internal role (not agency or contract-based work) within Dragon Tax & Management Philippines. Why Join Us We are committed to building a strong, stable, and long-term operations team in the Philippines, where employees can grow their careers in a structured and supportive environment. This role provides an opportunity to develop valuable business development, communication, and relationship management skills while working with an international organization. You will gain exposure to lead generation, prospect qualification, client engagement, and professional business communication. You will play an important role in identifying qualified opportunities and connecting potential clients with services that match their needs. Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly pay: PHP 270 – 380 per hour Approximately PHP 45,003 to 63,338 monthly for a full-time schedule. This monthly estimate is based on a 50-week working year (4.167 weeks per month equivalent) for consistent full-time payroll computation. How pay is computed: Hourly rate × 40 hours/week × 4.167 weeks/month Example: PHP 270/hour × 40 hours/week × 4.167 weeks/month \= PHP 45,003/month Paid overtime: All approved overtime hours are fully compensated based on your hourly rate (no unpaid overtime). Example: 2 hours OT × PHP 380/hour \= PHP 760 additional pay Performance-based Annual Salary Increases Pro-rated 13th-month pay Receive hands-on training in U.S. tax preparation and compliance. Work alongside experienced tax professionals and CPAs. Gain exposure to a wide variety of individual and business tax engagements. Develop valuable technical and professional skills in a collaborative, remote work environment. Enjoy opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement. About The Role As a Business Development Associate, you will support our growth initiatives by managing leads, conducting initial qualification calls with prospective clients, and helping identify opportunities that align with our services. You will be responsible for conducting pre-introduction calls with prospects to understand their needs, goals, and business situation. You will evaluate whether prospects are a good fit for our services, gather important information, and schedule qualified prospects for introductory meetings with our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys speaking with people, building relationships, asking thoughtful questions, and helping connect potential clients with the right solutions. The successful candidate must have excellent spoken English, confidence in professional conversations, and the ability to communicate effectively with business owners, professionals, and potential clients. Key Responsibilities Follow up with leads through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels. Conduct pre-introduction qualification calls with prospective clients to understand their needs, goals, challenges, and expectations. Evaluate whether prospects are a good fit for our services based on their needs, business profile, goals, and budget availability. Ask effective discovery questions to identify qualified opportunities and understand client requirements. Schedule introductory meetings with qualified prospects and ensure proper handoff to the appropriate team members. Communicate professionally and build positive relationships with prospects throughout the initial sales process. Maintain accurate records of lead interactions, qualification notes, follow-ups, and appointment outcomes. Assist with membership-related activities, including coordinating and supporting membership meetings. Work closely with the business development team to improve lead conversion and client acquisition processes. Support other growth initiatives and special projects as assigned. Who We're Looking For We believe successful business development professionals are confident communicators, curious about people’s needs, and skilled at building trust through conversation. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Sales, Management, or a related field is preferred. You have excellent spoken English and strong verbal communication skills. Must have a certified C1 English proficiency level or above (Advanced level) based on a recognized English language assessment (IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge) You are confident speaking with business owners, executives, professionals, and potential clients. You are comfortable conducting discovery conversations and asking questions to understand client needs. You can evaluate whether a prospect is a suitable fit based on their requirements, goals, and budget availability. You have a positive attitude and enjoy connecting with people. You are organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple leads and follow-up activities. You have strong attention to detail and maintain accurate records. You are comfortable using Microsoft Office, email, CRM systems, and online communication tools. You have experience in sales, lead qualification, appointment setting, client service, or business development — preferred. You are proactive, goal-oriented, and motivated to contribute to company growth. You are eager to learn, develop professionally, and build a long-term career in business development. Additional Requirements Must be willing to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process. Employment is subject to successful completion of a probationary period and performance reviews. Must have excellent spoken English and professional communication skills. Work Arrangement Remote work with once-a-month in-person team meeting (Metro Manila) Office location: near North Avenue MRT / Trinoma / SM North EDSA Full-time role (40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts) Training schedule: Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM Philippine Time (PHT) Regular schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM Philippine Time (PHT) Start Date: ASAP Must have a Windows-based laptop/PC, a reliable internet connection, and a second monitor. Learn More About Us Dragon Tax Philippines http://ph.dragontax.com Dragon Tax (US) https://www.dragontax.com Dragon Ledgers https://dragonledgers.com If you're looking for a company that values its people, encourages professional growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your career with Dragon Tax & Management. Pay: Php270.00 - Php380.00 per hour Benefits Opportunities for promotion Paid training Pay raise Promotion to permanent employee Work from home Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: Business Development Associate: 3 years (Required) Language: English (Required) Work Location: Remote