Austin-Based Private Client Program Lead

Contrarian Thinking LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

BizScout is seeking an experienced leader in Austin, Texas to run and scale our Private Client program, a concierge acquisition service for serious buyers. You will own the program end-to-end, lead a growing team, manage the budget, and expand our retail and institutional buyer base, guiding clients from intake through close.

You will report to the VP, Head of Supply, collaborate with Engineering, Marketing, and Operations, and work in-office up to 5 days a week in Austin, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in private equity, consulting, or business brokerage/M&A advisory.
• Experience building and scaling a program, team, or business unit from the ground up.
• Strong M&A knowledge, deal structures, and client acquisition.
• Proficiency with CRM and scalable processes.
• Able to manage multiple clients and stakeholders with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Own and continually sharpen the Private Client program operating model to scale with company goals.
• Directly manage and grow the sourcing and program teams.
• Expand the client base of private buyers using outreach, referrals, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering on tooling, CRM, and process improvements;
• Personally manage a portfolio of Private Client clients through intake to close, applying M&A judgment.
• Own budget decisions for the Private Client program to drive growth while protecting margins.

Skills

Program building

People leadership

M&A acumen

CRM proficiency

Professional presence

Adaptability & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent a plus

Job description

BizScout is seeking an experienced leader in Austin, Texas to run and scale our Private Client program, a concierge acquisition service for serious buyers. You will own the program end-to-end, lead a growing team, manage the budget, and expand our retail and institutional buyer base, guiding clients from intake through close.

You will report to the VP, Head of Supply, collaborate with Engineering, Marketing, and Operations, and work in-office up to 5 days a week in Austin, with travel as needed.