Business Development Director

Director of Business Development & Client Strategy

This role sits within CBRE's Occupier Services business line, which helps corporate clients and buyout private equity sponsors optimize all things related to tangible real estate and the intangibles that ensure the real estate and its users drive value for the business. For Buyout Private Equity clients, our value proposition is centered on real estate due diligence, strategic value creation, and post-acquisition implementationmaximizing the value of their investments outside of traditional real estate leasing and sales. We provide critical, deal-adjacent services that drive EBITDA improvements and streamline operations across global platforms.

We are seeking an ambitious and results-oriented Director of Business Development to significantly drive revenue growth by focusing on the Private Equity sector (non-real estate). This is a critical, high-impact sales role for a professional with a proven background in business development within consulting or professional services. The successful candidate will be responsible for originating new relationships with financial sponsors, converting opportunities into active engagements, and ensuring highly disciplined execution of our go-to-market strategy.

Sales & Business Development

This role is centered on revenue generation, pipeline origination, and securing new client engagements.

• Aggressive Prospecting & Origination : Systematically identify, target, and pursue new business opportunities within middle-market M&A private equity sponsors.
• Relationship Conversion : Build and nurture relationships, converting introductions from events, conferences, and existing networks into active opportunities.
• Deal Qualification & Framing : Qualify opportunities, frame value, and prepare client-ready deliverables, with growing accountability over a 12-to-24-month period.
• Strategic Messaging : Partner with marketing and firm leaders to shape brand, message, proposals, and campaigns aligned with CBRE's Private Equity Practice Group.

Client Strategy & Program Management

You will own the discipline, organization, and execution required to scale our business development engine and ensure client success.

The ideal candidate possesses a rare combination of sales acumen, execution discipline, and relevant domain expertise. Education & Location : Bachelor's degree from a top undergraduate program. Located in or willing to relocate to Chicago or New York.

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 valuesrespect, integrity, service, and excellenceand we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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.