VP Business Development - US Based Remote

Anywhere Real Estate; Saint Bernard (OH); Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Anywhere Real Estate is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to drive transformative acquisitions that align with the company's strategic vision. This role involves leading initiatives in sourcing and managing relationships within the real estate community, contributing significantly to growth and innovation in an evolving industry landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate brokerage or corporate development.
• Strong knowledge of residential real estate and franchise models.
• Existing networks within the U.S. real estate brokerage community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective acquisition candidates and maintain an active presence in the real estate community.
• Build long-term relationships with brokers and stakeholders.
• Facilitate diligence and track pipeline activity for acquisitions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

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 role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of real estate by 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.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving growth through high-performing M&A initiatives, be comfortable in uncertain environments, and be curious about new opportunities and disruptive technologies. You should have experience across growth areas from M&A to driving deals to closure, with a strong understanding of the competitive landscape and financial returns.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Sourcing & Outreach: Identifying prospective acquisition candidates, acting as a brand ambassador, and maintaining an active presence in the real estate community.
2. Relationship Management: Building long-term relationships with brokers, owners, and stakeholders, and guiding sellers through the acquisition process.
3. Deal Qualification & Support: Vetting and prioritizing leads, facilitating diligence, and tracking pipeline activity.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination: Partnering with leadership to align M&A activities with business priorities and refining sourcing strategies.

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.
• Ability to manage multiple relationships and high-value opportunities.

Preferred attributes include existing networks within the U.S. real estate brokerage community, experience in M&A or franchise development, and familiarity with CRM systems.

For more information about our company and culture, please visit our website and review our annual Impact Report linked above.

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