Business Development Director

Business Development Director

CBRE is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. We provide a full range of services to real estate occupiers, owners, and investors across the globe. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and client success drives our continued growth and leadership in the industry.

CBRE is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director to join our team in Chicago, IL. This individual will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, driving revenue growth, and building strong client relationships within the services sector, with a focus on private equity, accounting, legal, and consulting firms.

What You'll Do :

• Build and maintain relationships with key private equity stakeholders, operating partners, industry experts, and other professional firms serving private equity and its portfolio companies.
• Assist in managing existing company relationships.
• Represent the firm at industry events and conferences.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify potential clients, industries, and emerging trends.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve new meeting and revenue targets.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Collaborate effectively with internal business lines and cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, product development) to ensure alignment and maximize opportunities.
• Focus on driving sales and generating new revenue streams through proactive business development initiatives.
• Track sales progress, analyze performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
• Create compelling proposals, presentations and marketing materials for prospective clients.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure new business.
• Develop and implement effective marketing strategies to support business development efforts.

What You'll Need :

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values respect, integrity, service and excellence and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.