Business Development Manager - Part Time

Job Description

About Guaranteed Rate Companies:

The Guaranteed Rate Companies is a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services. Headquartered in Chicago, the Guaranteed Rate Companies has more than 7,000 employees in over 850 branches across the U.S., serving all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Since its launch in 2000, Guaranteed Rate Companies has helped more than 1 million homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, with a total loan volume of more than $116 billion in 2021 alone. The company has cemented itself as an industry leader by introducing innovative technology, offering low rates and delivering unparalleled customer service. Honors and awards include: Top Lender for Online Service for 2018 by U.S. News & World Report; Best Mortgage Lender for Online Loans and Best Mortgage Lender for Refinancing by NerdWallet for 2021; HousingWire's 2020 Tech100 award for the company's industry-leading FlashClose℠ technology; No. 3 ranking in Scotsman Guide's 2021 list of Top Retail Mortgage Lenders; Chicago Agent Magazine's Lender of the Year for six consecutive years; and Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces list for seven consecutive years. Visit rate.com for more information.

Part Time - $25,000 Annual Salary plus bonus

About the job:

This Business Development Manager will an "on the ground" company ambassador generating new business and real estate agent relationships for the company.

About you

We're looking for an energetic natural born networker who has an ability to enthuse partners; someone who is dynamic and has a passion for brand building and consultative selling. Key requirements include:

• High energy, very likeable and fun person who can build, live and promote the "vibe" of the brand

• Skilled relationship builder and consultant who can generate excitement around the brand and build valuable long term partnerships

• Self-starting, creative, resilient entrepreneurial spirit with the intention to do what it takes to WIN

• Excellent team player and communicator

• Practical solution seller who takes a hands-on approach and is driven to achieve results

• Knowledgeable in the Real Estate industry is a plus: Our ideal candidate will have an understanding of the real estate process and industry. They should be able to navigate complex situations and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Be the face and feet on the ground of the brand

• Call, visit and conduct events to introduce consumers and real estate agents to the brand

• Build and maintain relationships with potential real estate partners

• Network and collaborate with other real estate agents to maintain market awareness, and attending and hosting monthly agent facing events, brokers opens, and open houses

• Must be a team player, able to handle ambiguity, anticipate and react to changes quickly in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• 4-Year College Degree

• 2-5 years of outside sales experience

• Professional presence and demeanor with the ability to travel throughout the city to represent the brand at networking and social events

• Strong relationship building skills as well as strong persuasion and negotiating skills

• Must be a team player, able to handle ambiguity, anticipate and react to changes quickly in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office Products such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and acceptable driving record

• Must possess current US work authorization

Guaranteed Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.

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