Business Development Representative

Park Place Finance, LLC - Hard Money Lender; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Paid Health Insurance

401(k) Match

In-Office Gym

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Park Place Finance, LLC - Hard Money Lender is seeking an entry-level Business Development Representative to join their entrepreneurial lending team in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate will conduct outreach, engage with real estate investors, and support the loan prequalification process.

This role offers best-in-class training, competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Loan Officer or in Commercial Banking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Eagerness to learn in a high‑performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls to engage new leads.
• Educate clients on loan products.
• Support loan pre-qualification process.

Skills

Loan Officer experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Tech-savviness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM tools

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Park Place Finance is a nationwide private lender providing quick, efficient financing to small and medium‑sized home builders, fix‑and‑flip projects, ground‑up construction, and DSCR loans. We are looking for an entry‑level Business Development Representative (BDR) to join our fast‑paced, entrepreneurial lending team.

The BDR will report directly to the Chief Revenue Officer and be responsible for engaging real estate investors, prequalifying loan opportunities, and supporting the full sales cycle. The role is designed for driven individuals who are ready to learn about the lending industry from the ground up while making a real impact. You will receive best‑in‑class training and mentorship to master the fundamentals of loan origination and relationship‑building within the real estate finance space.

Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Initial Qualification

• Conduct 50‑75 outbound calls daily to connect with new leads and prospective builders and flippers.
• Engage prospective borrowers to understand their investment goals and lending needs.
• Educate clients on Park Place Finance's core loan products (Fix & Flip, Ground‑Up Construction, DSCR) and how they can support real‑estate projects.
• Assist senior Account Executives in gathering borrower information, property details, and financials for pre‑qualification.
• Support the pre‑qualification process by using company‑provided sizing tools and ensuring documentation accuracy.
• Schedule and coordinate borrower meetings, presentations, and pipeline updates.

Relationship Building & Client Experience

• Maintain proactive, professional communication with borrowers and internal teams throughout the loan cycle.
• Provide clear updates to ensure borrowers feel supported and informed every step of the way.
• Build rapport and trust with real estate investors to support long‑term relationships and future business opportunities.
• Work closely with loan processors, underwriters, and senior Account Executives to ensure deals progress smoothly.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment, sharing insights and supporting colleagues' success.
• Embrace training and feedback to continuously improve your skills and prepare for future AE roles.

Collaboration & Growth

• Work closely with loan processors, underwriters, and senior Account Executives to ensure deals progress smoothly.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment, sharing insights and supporting colleagues' success.
• Embrace training and feedback to continuously improve your skills and prepare for future AE roles.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• 2+ years as a Loan Officer, Commercial Banking professional, or managing Builder / Real Estate Investor Relationships.
• Experience working with Home Builders (strong plus).
• Experience with Residential Investment Real Estate transactions (strong plus).
• Advanced understanding of loan terminology, guidelines, LTV, LTC, ARV.
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Hard working, hungry, and motivated.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced, high‑performance sales environment.
• High level of perseverance and resilience; “work hard, play hard” mentality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to dynamic client needs.
• Tech‑savviness with CRM tools and general business software (e.g., email, Zoom).

Preferred

• Exposure to or familiarity with the real estate, mortgage lending, or financial services industries.
• Experience with lead‑driven, consultative sales environments.
• Basic Excel skills (sorting, filters, simple analysis).

Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Monthly Commission.
• Company‑Paid Health Insurance for you + your dependents (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• 4% 401(k) Match.
• A fun, high‑energy work environment.
• Advancement opportunities for top producers.
• Uncapped total compensation (no cap).
• In‑Office Gym.
• Additional perks and a culture that celebrates your hustle and ambition.