Position Title: Business Development Executive

Company: Centricity

Location: Austin, TX Hybrid or Remote

Position Type: Full-time / Exempt / Salaried

Compensation: $100K base (eligible for commissions and bonus)

Reports to: Chief Sales Officer

Overview: Centricity seeks a dynamic, results-driven Business Development Executive to spearhead growth in the leasing real estate sector. This role focuses on selling Centricity's support services�like property accounting, HR, IT support, insurance, risk management, and ancillary revenue programs�to real estate owners and managers. This role demands a proactive hunter mindset: source, initiate, and close new business with property management firms not yet using Centricity's platform. Own outbound prospecting, pipeline development, full-cycle deals, and cross-functional collaboration for sustained client success. The position reports to the Chief Sales Officer and can be based in Austin, Texas, or hybrid/remote

The Role

• Manage full sales cycles: prospect, discover needs, pitch solutions, engage stakeholders, negotiate, and close deals.
• Maintain a relationship with clients after the sale as a key element of client care and retention.
• Build and nurture relationships with property owners, managers, and partners.
• Represent Centricity at conferences and events as a brand ambassador and thought leader.
• Tap networks to generate opportunities and sustain partnerships.
• Execute high-volume outbound: calls, emails, and visits to qualify leads.
• Overcome deal obstacles for successful execution aligned with goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for seamless client onboarding.
• Craft and present tailored pitches to executives, principals, and managers.
• Track real estate trends, PPPs, and finance expertise.
• Innovate services to bolster Centricity's property management leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor�s in business, finance, real estate, or a related field is preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years in business development, sales, go-to-market, or client services within student housing, multifamily, or university real estate sectors. Demonstrable record of closing complex, high-value deals (include quantified examples when applying). Proven ability to build and maintain a robust network of industry contacts, with active involvement in student housing organizations or conferences. Experience with CRM systems and data-driven sales management.
• Skills: Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities. Strategic thinker with strong project management and analytical skills. Self-motivated, collaborative, and goal-oriented. Comfortable with public speaking and frequent travel.
• Business Development Experience:
  • A successful track record of closing new business
  • Has Business acumen
  • Self-Starter
  • Trust-driven relationship building leads to long-term success,

Why Join Centricity? Be at the forefront of transforming real estate housing solutions alongside industry leaders, while enjoying a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and opportunities for professional growth.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience with student housing deals and your approach to networking and partnership development.