[Remote] Business Development Director- Real Estate
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, seeking a Business Development Director – Real Estate to drive new business and strategic growth across their Real Estate practice. This senior role focuses on originating new real estate business nationally and partnering with leadership to shape go-to-market strategies while fostering client relationships within the commercial real estate ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Originate new real estate business from EisnerAmper’s most strategically important national targets
- Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with CFOs, COOs, CIOs, and executive decision‑makers across the real estate ecosystem
- Drive new client acquisition across segments including, but not limited to: Real estate owners, developers, and operators, Private equity and institutional real estate funds, Real estate investment platforms and family offices, REITs and complex ownership structures
- Lead complex, multi‑service pursuits from initial relationship development through close, in close collaboration with technical and service line leaders
- Achieve annual new business production goals aligned with national Real Estate growth priorities
- Partner with Real Estate leadership as a senior commercial advisor, helping influence go‑to‑market strategy, target prioritization, and strategic business development initiatives
- Support and mentor junior and emerging Real Estate partners through business development coaching, deal strategy input, and pursuit guidance
- Serve as a visible industry leader and ambassador for EisnerAmper by: Speaking at national and regional real estate conferences, panels, and industry events, Participating in key real estate associations, councils, and industry forums, Networking with key third parties and alliances, Contributing to thought leadership that enhances EisnerAmper’s brand, credibility, and market profile within the real estate ecosystem
- Provide market intelligence, competitive insight, and strategic perspective to Real Estate and Business Development leadership
- Contribute to strategic BD campaigns aligned with priority real estate sub‑sectors across the “Dirt to Cash” lifecycle
- Lead or support client meetings, pitch presentations, pricing discussions, and negotiation of engagement terms as appropriate
- Translate complex real estate business and financial issues into integrated EisnerAmper solutions
- Collaborate closely with Audit, Tax, Advisory, Consulting, Outsourcing, and Fund Services leaders to position the firm effectively
- Represent EisnerAmper as a senior ambassador within the national real estate community
- Maintain disciplined pipeline management, forecasting, and CRM documentation
- Partner closely with the National Head of Business Development and Real Estate leadership to ensure alignment with firmwide growth objectives and execution standards
- Operate with professionalism, rigor, and accountability consistent with senior‑level BD expectations
Skills
- 10+ years of demonstrated Real Estate business development/expansion experience- preferably in a professional services firm
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Business or a related field
- Is a recognized dealmaker within the national real estate ecosystem
- Brings deep, active relationships across multiple real estate sub‑sectors
- Is clearly new‑business‑oriented, not an account manager
- Elevates the firm's profile through industry leadership and external visibility
- Adds value through strategic insight, mentoring, and selective client engagement
- Operates with credibility, commercial rigor, and executive presence
Benefits
- You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
- You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards
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