Seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Lead Research Specialist responsible for building a verified database of advertising and marketing companies located in Brisbane, Australia. The primary objective of this role is to identify and compile high-quality business leads into a structured spreadsheet for outbound business development and partnership initiatives. The ideal candidate must possess strong online research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to validate accurate business information across multiple platforms. PROJECT SCOPE Target: 500 verified advertising and marketing companies in Brisbane, Australia. REQUIRED DATA FIELDS The spreadsheet must include: * Company Name * Company Website * Owner / Founder / Managing Director Name * Direct Contact Number (if available) * Company Contact Number * Email Address * LinkedIn Profile URL * Company LinkedIn Page * Company Address / Location * Industry / Niche * Notes / Additional Information RESEARCH SOURCES Candidates may utilize: * LinkedIn * Company websites * Google Search * Apollo * ZoomInfo * Business directories * Social media platforms * Publicly available databases REQUIREMENTS * Strong online research and lead generation skills * Experience using LinkedIn and business directories * Excellent attention to detail * Ability to validate and organize accurate information * Experience using Google Sheets or Excel * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines PREFERRED EXPERIENCE * Lead generation experience * B2B research experience * Familiarity with Australian businesses and markets * Experience using CRM or prospecting tools * Background in virtual assistance, data entry, or business development support DELIVERABLE FORMAT All leads must be compiled into: * one clean spreadsheet, * properly categorized, * organized, * and verified to the best possible accuracy. The final output should be structured, professional, and ready for outreach campaigns. IMPORTANT NOTES * Duplicate entries must be avoided. * Incomplete or low-quality leads should be minimized. * Priority should be given to decision-makers and business owners. * Data accuracy and organization are critical for this role. COMPENSATION Compensation structure may be: * fixed project-based, * hourly, * or milestone-based depending on experience and delivery quality.

Data Mining from online resources