A leading real estate investment firm is hiring a Business Development Representative (BDR) to join its Acquisitions team in New York City. This is a strong opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys sales, is comfortable on the phone, and wants to break into commercial real estate.
The firm manages $6B+ in assets, acquires $500M+ annually, and owns 5,000+ properties nationwide. It is backed by a larger parent company with $90B+ in assets. The team focuses on acquiring ground leases for existing telecom infrastructure, including cell towers, cell sites, and billboards.
This is a sales-focused, phone-heavy role where you’ll help source new acquisition opportunities.
Make 75–100 outbound calls per day to property owners
Build rapport and identify potential sellers
Qualify leads by gathering basic property and ownership information
Schedule meetings for the Acquisitions team
Track calls, follow-ups, and outcomes in a CRM
Work closely with the Acquisitions team to support active deals
Someone with cold calling, inside sales, or outbound phone experience
A self-starter who’s comfortable speaking with people throughout the day
Someone interested in commercial real estate and acquisitions, even if new to the industry
An early-career professional looking for a clear growth path
This role is designed to grow into a Junior Acquisitions Associate position and, over time, a VP of Acquisitions.
Bachelor’s degree
Prior experience in cold calling, sales, or lead generation (real estate experience is a plus, not required)
Strong communication skills and confidence on the phone
Goal-oriented mindset and strong work ethic
Ability to work in-office 5 days per week in NYC
Familiarity with CRM tools and Microsoft Word/Excel
Competitive hourly base plus bonus tied to closed deals
Hands-on training and mentorship in commercial real estate
Clear long-term career growth within a fast-growing firm
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