VP Business Development - US Based Remote

Anywhere Real Estate; City of Rochester (NY); Remote; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Anywhere Real Estate is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead transformative acquisitions and drive strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in real estate with a proven track record managing high-value deals and nurturing pivotal relationships within the industry. By shaping the direction of our growth-focused team, you will play a key role in navigating complex transactions that drive our success. This opportunity also emphasizes collaboration and innovation, making it a unique chance to impact the real estate landscape significantly.

Benefits

Great Place to Work Certified

Forbes World's Best Employers

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate brokerage, corporate development, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of the residential real estate industry and franchise models.
• Proven ability to manage multiple relationships and high-value opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives and influence decision-makers.
• Identify and engage prospective acquisition candidates.
• Partner with leadership to align M&A activities with business priorities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Anywhere Real Estate has launched a newly formed Growth and M&A team to accelerate our strategic expansion and innovation across the real estate ecosystem. This team is led by Steve Capezza, SVP of M&A and Head of Growth, whose industry expertise spans proptech and real estate marketplace leadership. We are seeking a Vice President of Business Development to play a pivotal role in identifying and executing transformative acquisitions aligned with our long-term vision.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of real estate by joining a team that is reimagining growth through bold strategy, innovation, and operational excellence. Your ability to navigate complex transactions, build relationships, and drive value creation will be essential as you guide acquisitions from inception through successful integration.

The role involves leading business development initiatives, collaborating across functions, and influencing key decision-makers to contribute to Anywhere's ongoing success as an industry leader. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving growth through M&A, managing high-value deals, and understanding the competitive landscape to ensure high financial returns.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Sourcing & Outreach: Identifying and engaging with prospective acquisition candidates, acting as a brand ambassador, and attending industry events.
2. Relationship Management: Building and maintaining relationships with brokers, owners, and stakeholders, and guiding sellers through the integration process.
3. Deal Qualification & Support: Vetting leads, facilitating diligence, and tracking pipeline activities.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination: Partnering with leadership to align M&A activities with business priorities and providing market insights.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in real estate brokerage, corporate development, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of the residential real estate industry and franchise models.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple relationships and high-value opportunities.

Preferred Attributes:

• Existing network within the U.S. real estate brokerage community.
• Experience in M&A, franchise development, or business ownership.
• Familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce.

Anywhere Real Estate is a global franchisor with recognized brands such as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and others. We support nearly 1 million home sale transactions annually across more than 118 countries.

We value talent, innovation, and a people-first culture that promotes empowerment and collaboration. Our commitment to excellence has earned us awards such as Great Place to Work and Forbes World's Best Employers. Learn more in our Impact Report.