VP Business Development - US Based Remote

Anywhere Real Estate; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Anywhere Real Estate is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to drive growth and manage acquisitions within their new Growth and M&A team. This role requires an experienced leader with a strong background in real estate, capable of navigating complex transactions and building strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate brokerage, corporate development, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of residential real estate industry, brokerage operations, and franchise models.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage with prospective acquisition candidates.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, owners, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to vet and prioritize leads.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Growth mindset

Education

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

Tools

CRM systems like 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 deep 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 that align with our long-term vision. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of real estate by joining a team 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. You will lead business development initiatives, collaborate across functions, and influence key decision-makers, contributing to Anywhere's ongoing success as an industry leader.

Our ideal VP, Business Development will have a proven track record of driving growth, leading high-performing M&A initiatives, and delivering results tied to revenue growth. You should be comfortable leading in uncertain environments, agile in adjusting priorities, and curious about new growth opportunities, including traditional brokerage models and disruptive technologies.

You will bring experience across growth areas from M&A to deal closure, with a strong understanding of the M&A landscape to ensure enterprise-wide strategies and high financial returns.

Come shape the future of Business Development as a key member of our newly created M&A team at Anywhere Real Estate!

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Outreach: Identify and engage with prospective acquisition candidates, including brokerages, franchisees, and related businesses; attend industry events and maintain active presence in the real estate community.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with brokers, owners, and stakeholders; stay informed on market dynamics and shifts in seller motivation; educate potential sellers on our value proposition.
• Deal Qualification & Support: Collaborate with teams to vet and prioritize leads; facilitate initial diligence and documentation; track pipeline activity and metrics.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with leadership to align M&A activity with business priorities and provide 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 residential real estate industry, brokerage operations, and franchise models.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage relationships and prioritize opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growth and partnerships.

Preferred Attributes

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

About Anywhere Real Estate: We are a global franchisor with recognized brands such as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and others. Our purpose is to empower everyone's next move through comprehensive services including franchise, brokerage, relocation, and more. Supporting nearly 1 million transactions annually in over 118 countries, we are committed to a people-first culture emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and growth.

Join us and be part of a company recognized as a Great Place to Work, Forbes World's Best Employers, and more. Read about our culture and values in our Impact Report.

EEO Statement: EOE including disability/veteran.