Business Development Director

CBRE; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 197,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial real estate services leader is seeking a Business Development Director in South Carolina. The role focuses on driving revenue growth and developing client relationships, primarily in private equity, accounting, and consulting. Candidates should have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills. Offers a competitive salary range of $197,000 to $250,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefit programs

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in sales.
• Experience working with private equity and consulting firms.
• Detail oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with private equity stakeholders.
• Track sales progress and analyze performance metrics.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans.

Skills

Sales to service businesses

Client relationship management

Communication and negotiation skills

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

Business Development Director

Job ID: 219862

Posted: 14-Jul-2025

Service line: Advisory Segment

Role type: Full-time

Areas of Interest: Sales Support

Location(s): Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

About The Role:

CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. We provide a full range of services to real estate occupiers, owners, and investors across the globe. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and client success drives our continued growth and leadership in the industry.

CBRE is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director to join our team in Chicago, IL. This individual will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, driving revenue growth, and building strong client relationships within the services sector, with a focus on private equity, accounting, legal, and consulting firms.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key private equity stakeholders, operating partners, industry experts, and other professional firms serving private equity and its portfolio companies.
• Assist in managing existing company relationships.
• Represent the firm at industry events and conferences.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential clients, industries, and emerging trends.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve new meeting and revenue targets.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Collaborate effectively with internal business lines and cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, product development) to ensure alignment and maximize opportunities.
• Focus on driving sales and generating new revenue streams through proactive business development initiatives.
• Track sales progress, analyze performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
• Create compelling proposals, presentations and marketing materials for prospective clients.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure new business.
• Develop and implement effective marketing strategies to support business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in sales to skilled service businesses.
• Considerable experience working with or selling to private equity, accounting, legal, and consulting firms.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic business development plans.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail orientated and organized.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Highly motivated and results orientated

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Business Development Director position is $197,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Business Development Director position is $250,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)