Business Development Manager - Residential Real Estate

Business Development Manager - Residential Real Estate Private Equity-Backed Residential Real Estate Platform We are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing, private equity-backed residential real estate business. The company is entering an exciting phase of expansion, supported by significant institutional capital and a clear strategy to scale the platform through organic growth, strategic partnerships, acquisitions and geographic expansion. This is a highly commercial role for someone who can identify opportunities, build senior relationships and convert them into meaningful revenue, partnerships and long-term growth opportunities. The Role You will be responsible for driving new business across the residential real estate market and supporting the wider growth strategy of the platform. Key responsibilities will include: Identify and originate new business opportunities across the residential real estate sectorDevelop relationships with residential developers, property owners, investors, landlords, operators and institutional partnersBuild and manage a strong pipeline of prospective clients and commercial opportunitiesOriginate new mandates, partnerships and portfolio opportunitiesIdentify potential acquisition targets, strategic partnerships and bolt-on opportunitiesSupport the company's broader buy-and-build strategyDevelop relationships with founders and owners of residential real estate businessesIdentify opportunities to expand into new cities, regions and residential segmentsConduct proactive outreach and develop relationships with key decision-makersIdentify new developments, residential portfolios and investment opportunitiesNegotiate commercial terms and manage opportunities from initial contact through to completionDevelop strategic partnerships with developers, agents, intermediaries and other market participantsWork closely with senior leadership and the private equity shareholder on growth initiativesSupport market mapping, competitor analysis and expansion planningTrack market activity and identify attractive areas for organic and inorganic growthMaintain a disciplined CRM and business development pipeline Candidate Profile We are looking for an entrepreneurial and highly commercial individual with a strong track record in business development, sales or origination. Relevant backgrounds may include: Residential real estateProperty developmentReal estate brokerageBuild-to-rent / multifamilyResidential investmentProperty managementReal estate operating platformsPropTech or residential real estate services The successful candidate should have: Strong experience generating and winning new businessAn established network within residential real estateExcellent relationship-building and negotiation skillsConfidence engaging with founders, CEOs, developers, investors and property ownersA proactive, entrepreneurial and results-driven approachStrong commercial judgementAbility to independently build and manage a business development pipelineAbility to identify both organic and acquisition-led growth opportunitiesExcellent communication and presentation skills Existing relationships with developers, institutional investors, private equity firms, family offices, property owners and residential real estate platforms would be particularly valuable. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a private equity-backed residential real estate platform with significant ambitions to scale. The business is pursuing a growth strategy combining organic expansion, strategic partnerships, acquisitions and consolidation opportunities across the residential market. The successful candidate will have: Direct exposure to senior management and private equity investorsSignificant autonomy in building new commercial relationshipsInvolvement in strategic growth and acquisition opportunitiesOpportunity to contribute directly to geographic and portfolio expansionCompetitive base salaryAttractive performance-related bonusStrong long-term career progression as the platform scales We are particularly interested in individuals who combine strong residential real estate knowledge with a genuine ability to originate opportunities, develop senior relationships and drive growth.