What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Brokerage Agent - Commission Only position at Murphy Business Sales - Edison Office?
Company Description Murphy Business Sales is one of the largest business brokerage firms in North America, with brokers located across the United States and Canada. The firm offers a full range of services, including business sales, buyer representation, business valuation and appraisal, equipment appraisals, mergers and acquisitions support, and commercial real estate sale. All valuations are conducted by qualified, experienced appraisers in compliance with USPAP standards. The Edison, New Jersey office provides deep local market expertise while connecting clients to national and international opportunities. Clients rely on Murphy Business Sales for professional guidance in franchise opportunities, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial real estate decisions.
Role Description This is a commission-only, contract role for a remote Business Brokerage Agent based out of the Murphy Business Sales Edison Office.
The agent will identify and prospect business owners and potential buyers, build and maintain a pipeline of listings and buyer leads, and conduct initial assessments of businesses to prepare for valuation and sale. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing client relationships, gathering and analyzing financial and operational information, coordinating with valuation and appraisal professionals, and preparing marketing packages and listing documentation. The agent will facilitate negotiations between buyers and sellers, guide parties through the transaction process, and collaborate with internal and external partners on deals involving franchises, mergers and acquisitions, or commercial real estate. The role requires consistent outreach, follow-up, and professional representation of Murphy Business Sales in virtual meetings, calls, and digital communications.
Qualifications
- Strong Sales and Customer Service skills, with the ability to prospect, build relationships, and manage a sales pipeline.
- Excellent Communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication, active listening, and professional presentation abilities.
- Solid analytical skills to review financial statements, assess business performance, and support valuation and deal analysis.
- Experience in training or mentoring clients on processes, documentation requirements, and transaction steps.
- Background in business brokerage, commercial real estate, franchise sales, finance, or related fields is highly beneficial.
- Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to work independently in a remote, commission-only environment.
- Comfort with basic financial concepts, business operations, and using CRM and productivity tools.
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.