Vice President of Business Development

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Business Development to join a growing lending organization focused on real estate investment financing. This is a hunter-focused role requiring someone who can independently develop a pipeline, generate opportunities, and drive revenue through relationship building and deal execution.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop a pipeline of real estate investor borrowers and referral partners, including brokers, real estate agents, and industry professionals
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, sponsors, and referral sources
• Evaluate borrower opportunities and investment deals based on lending criteria
• Guide clients through the lending process from initial inquiry through closing while coordinating with internal teams
• Structure and negotiate loan terms and pricing within established guidelines
• Manage and grow a portfolio of repeat clients and referral relationships
• Identify new business opportunities and expand market presence

Qualifications

• Experience originating business-purpose or private money loans preferred, including fix-and-flip, bridge, DSCR, construction, or similar lending products
• Strong sales background in mortgage, commercial lending, real estate, or related industries with a proven ability to build a client base from scratch
• Established network of real estate investors, brokers, developers, or referral partners preferred
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to independently generate business
• Strong understanding of real estate investment transactions and lending structures, or the ability to quickly learn
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable working independently in a remote, fast-paced environment

Pay

Earnings potential based on production and experience. Uncapped earning opportunity with W-2 employment structure.