Relationship Marketing Strategist: Knoxville, TN

About the role

We are seeking a motivated, relationship-focused Relationship Marketing Strategist in Knoxville, TN to help grow our referral presence within the real estate, mortgage, insurance, and property services community. This field-based, people-first role is ideal for someone who enjoys networking, face-to-face interactions, and representing a trusted local brand.

Responsibilities

• Relationship & Referral Support
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with real estate agents and brokerages, mortgage lenders, insurance agents, property managers, and builders
  • Support referral relationships that contribute to consistent home inspection leads
  • Act as a friendly, reliable point of contact for referral partners
  • Conduct regular in-person visits, calls, and follow-ups to stay top-of-mind
• Marketing Presence & Brand Representation
  • Represent the company at real estate offices, open houses, networking and community events, and industry/association meetings
  • Communicate the company’s services, value, and differentiators in a professional, consultative manner
  • Distribute marketing materials and assist with branded promotions and outreach efforts
• Market Outreach & Growth Support
  • Identify new relationship opportunities within the local real estate and housing market
  • Assist with referral initiatives, promotions, and basic incentive programs
  • Track referral activity and share observations on what’s working in the field
  • Provide feedback to leadership on market activity, competitor presence, partner and customer needs
• Coordination & Reporting
  • Coordinate with operations and inspection teams to support a strong customer experience
  • Maintain organized records of contacts, visits, and outreach activity
  • Provide regular updates or reports on relationship activity, referral trends, and general market feedback

Qualifications

Required

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable building relationships in person and over the phone
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time independently
• Professional, approachable, and personable demeanor
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally
• Basic familiarity with CRM systems, spreadsheets, or contact tracking tools

Preferred

• Experience in real estate, home services, inspections, mortgage, or insurance
• Background in marketing, sales support, account coordination, or customer relations
• Existing familiarity with the local real estate community
• Experience attending or supporting networking or community events

Skills

• Relationship-oriented and people-focused
• Strong follow-up habits and organization
• Clear, friendly communication style
• Dependable and consistent
• Positive brand representative

Benefits

• Base pay and/or performance-based incentives
• Performance bonuses
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for growth as the company expands

Why Join Us

• Be part of a respected, growing home inspection brand
• Work in a people-focused role with real community impact
• Gain hands-on experience in relationship marketing and outreach
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment