Business Development Representative

LMRE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LMRE is sourcing a Business Development Representative for a PropTech client based in New York. You’ll drive early-stage conversations, qualify opportunities, and help build a healthy sales pipeline in a fast-paced tech environment.

You’ll research prospective customers, initiate outbound outreach, and collaborate with the CRO to refine approaches and messaging. A strong communicator with grit and a willingness to learn will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication with confident conversational skills.
• Ability to identify decision-makers and initiate outreach.
• Willingness to spend a year developing sales skills in tech.
• Good organizational discipline and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective customers and identify relevant decision-makers.
• Initiate conversations via outbound calls, emails, and networking.
• Understand prospect challenges and explain how the platform helps.
• Qualify opportunities and arrange meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain records of outreach and pipeline activities.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine outreach and forecasting.

Skills

Prospecting

Outbound communication

CRM proficiency

Active listening

Communication skills

Job description

Our client is a PropTech business helping commercial real estate teams run buildings more efficiently. They are looking for a Business Development Representative who brings confidence, strong communication skills and the drive to open new business conversations. Whether your background is in sales, commercial real estate, teaching, sport or something else entirely, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re a confident communicator with the drive to build a career in tech sales, this could be your next move.

PropTech experience is optional - grit, hunger and the drive to learn are a must!

What you’ll do:

• Research prospective customers and identify relevant decision-makers.
• Start conversations through outbound calls, emails and professional networking.
• Understand prospects’ challenges and explain how the platform could help.
• Qualify opportunities and arrange meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach, follow-ups and prospect conversations.
• Work closely with sales leadership to improve your approach and build a consistent pipeline.

What you’ll bring:

• The confidence and judgement to hold your own in conversations with senior professionals.
• Clear, engaging communication and the ability to listen carefully.
• A strong work ethic, reliable follow-through and ownership of your activity.
• Coachability, including the willingness to act on direct feedback.
• A clear motivation for pursuing a career in technology sales.
• A willingness to spend around a year developing your skills and delivering results in the BDR role.

The environment:

• You’ll report directly to the CRO and join a team that values clear communication, initiative and accountability. Expect a fast pace, high standards and the opportunity to take ownership of your work.
• If you’re ready to bring your skills, ambition and personality into tech sales, we’d love to hear from you!