? WE’RE HIRING | Research Assistant & Founder’s Office Associate

Backyard Botanist | Kolkata, West Bengal

At Backyard Botanist (BB) , we work at the intersection of ecological restoration, urban afforestation, agroforestry, biodiversity conservation, and nature-based solutions.

We’re looking for a proactive, organised, and research-oriented individual to work closely with the Founder’s Office, supporting research, client management, business outreach, and day-to-day execution.

This is an prospect for someone who enjoys working across research, communication, coordination, and business operations while contributing to meaningful environmental projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Research & Documentation: Conduct sectoral research, identify potential clients, CSR opportunities, funding avenues, tenders, and relevant environmental initiatives.
- Founder’s Office Support: Assist the Founder with daily priorities, meetings, presentations, proposals, reports, and internal coordination.
- Client Management & Outreach: Draft professional emails, communicate with prospective and existing clients, support business development, and maintain client relationships.
- CRM & Follow-ups: Maintain the CRM database, track leads and conversations, schedule follow-ups, and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.
- Reporting & Communication: Prepare meeting minutes, progress reports, outreach trackers, research briefs, and project documentation.




- Coordination & Execution: Follow up with internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders to keep tasks and deliverables on track.

Who Should Apply?

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good research, analytical, organisational, and follow-up skills.
- Comfortable with professional emails, spreadsheets, presentations, and documentation.
- Familiarity with CRM tools, LinkedIn outreach, and business research is an advantage.
- A proactive, detail-oriented individual who can take ownership and work independently.

Candidates with backgrounds in Environmental Studies, Business Administration, Management, Research, Communications, or related fields are encouraged to apply. ? Location: Kolkata, West Bengal

? Role: Research Assistant & Founder’s Office Associate

? How to Apply: Send your CV along with a brief introduction to [Insert Email Address] , with the subject line: Application – Research Assistant & Founder’s Office Associate .

At BB, we believe meaningful environmental work requires not just ideas, but also research, relationships, and consistent execution.

If you’re someone who enjoys making things happen behind the scenes while contributing to a greener future, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Founder Office Associate and Research Assistant (Kolkata)
🏢 Backyard Botanist India
📍 Kolkata