Director of Business Development

Verus Title Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Verus Title Inc. is seeking a Director of Business Development in Houston, TX on a full-time on-site basis.

The role focuses on identifying opportunities, building relationships with real estate professionals, lenders, and partners, and maintaining a robust pipeline of prospective clients. Responsibilities include developing BD strategies, managing key accounts, leading lead generation initiatives, and negotiating contracts for long-term partnerships, while coordinating with internal teams to

Qualifications

• Strong new business development and lead generation skills.
• Experience in business planning, growth strategies, and revenue forecasting.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation and structuring agreements.
• Account management experience with client retention focus.
• Background in real estate, title, lending, or related services is beneficial.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies.
• Manage key accounts and build partnerships with real estate professionals, lenders, and others.
• Oversee lead generation initiatives and maintain a strong pipeline.
• Negotiate contracts to secure long-term partnerships.
• Represent Verus Title at industry events and meetings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align BD with operations and client experience.

Skills

New Business Development

Lead Generation

Contract Negotiation

Account Management

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Verus Title Inc. is dedicated to improving the real estate transaction experience for all parties involved, including buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders. The company centers its work on a strong foundation of trust, expertise, and service, aiming to make each step of the closing process more efficient and transparent. Verus Title focuses on simplifying complex procedures, reducing friction, and enhancing communication among stakeholders. Team members collaborate closely with clients to deliver reliable, timely, and accurate title services that support successful real estate transactions.

Role Description

The Director of Business Development is a full-time, on-site role based in Houston, TX, responsible for driving growth and expanding Verus Title’s presence in the real estate market. This role focuses on identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building relationships with real estate professionals, lenders, and other partners, and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective clients. Day-to-day activities include developing and executing business development strategies, managing key accounts, overseeing lead generation initiatives, and negotiating contracts to secure long-term partnerships. The Director collaborates with internal teams to align business development efforts with operational capabilities and to ensure a high-quality client experience. This position also involves monitoring market trends, providing input on business planning, and representing the company at industry events and meetings.

Qualifications

• Strong New Business Development and Lead Generation skills, with a proven ability to identify, qualify, and convert opportunities.
• Experience in Business Planning, including creating and implementing growth strategies and revenue forecasts.
• Proficiency in Contract Negotiation, with the capability to structure, review, and finalize agreements that support sustainable partnerships.
• Account Management skills, including maintaining relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and supporting retention and expansion.
• Background in real estate, title, lending, or related professional services is highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills, including mentoring team members and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.