Business Development Associate

Remote / Anywhere

Chess.com is one of the largest gaming sites on the internet - and we are growing fast! We are passionate chess players working hard to deliver new products, features, and updates to our 50+ million members.

In this role, you will manage key projects in the Business & Strategy department. These projects may include pursuing new strategic partnerships and sales opportunities, optimizing revenue on entertainment platforms such as YouTube and Twitch, identifying new marketing opportunities which have a positive expected value (e.g. micro or nano-influencer marketing in certain entertainment segments), as well as forming accurate forecasts for geographic market expansion. They may also include assisting in identifying and exploring new revenue-driving verticals outside of the core product offerings, data mining for ongoing projects, or outreach to third parties with which we wish to do business.

QUALIFICATIONS

You are an analytical thinker
You have a background in data analytics, economics, or finance
You are a strong communicator
You are a self-starter who takes initiative
You have a passion for sales
You enjoy forming strategic partnerships and lasting relationships
You love chess!
A degree in a related field is preferred

OPPORTUNITY

This is a full time position
This is a remote opportunity (work from anywhere!)
Candidates from the US/Canada are preferred

You can learn more about us here:

https://www.chess.com/blog/erik/how-chess-com-s-100-person-virtual-team-works-together
https://www.chess.com/about