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Business Development Manager

Westward360
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager position at Westward360?

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Compensation: Top performers will earn between $95,000- $120,000 annually (base commission)

Employment Type: Full-Time - Hybrid Role based out of Chicago, IL

Westward 360 is seeking a strong salesperson with a real estate background who’s ready to join a fast-moving, high-impact company.

Your days will be spent meeting with and prospecting owners of rental properties, helping them understand the power of working with a professional property manager like Westward 360.

The Business Development Manager (BDM) at Westward 360 is responsible for making great first impressions with potential clients. All new leads and referrals will be introduced to the BDM to qualify them, ensure fit, and communicate the unique capabilities and outcomes that Westward 360 delivers. Over time, the BDM becomes a key figure in some of our most legendary client success stories. This role filters out misfit clients and attracts ideal-fit clients who become long-term partners.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to inbound leads quickly and effectively
  • Nurture inbound leads and convert them into new business
  • Execute outbound strategy and develop new relationships with key partners and referral sources
  • Meet with and educate qualified prospects on our residential management services
  • Qualify and convert prospects into clients for our service
  • Maintain and close a strong conversion rate across appointments and opportunities
  • Track and manage a robust pipeline within our CRM with current notes and statuses
  • Complete necessary documentation to onboard new properties
  • Build and nurture relationships with referral partners over time
  • Stay available to respond to client and lead inquiries during off-hours and weekends as needed
  • Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and strategic partners throughout the Chicago area
  • Continuously improve market knowledge and stay updated on relevant laws and local trends
  • Close deals to hit monthly/quarterly sales targets

The Right Candidate Will Possess The Following Competencies

  • Real Estate license preferred
  • Strong understanding of the Chicago residential real estate and rental market
  • Demonstrated success in a sales or business development role
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required
  • Tech-savvy, especially with CRMs and sales tools
  • Clear communicator able to lead and influence

Here Are Some Benefits Of Joining Westward 360

  • You’ll be selling the best product in town:
    • While there are many property management companies, we have invested the time to design a uniquely attractive product that the market is looking for.
  • This role offers a high degree of autonomy. This is a results-driven position that requires a self-directed and committed professional.
  • You will be offered an abundance of training, coaching and mentorship on industry best practices and sales skill development.
  • Paid time off and company holidays offered
  • Health Benefit including health, medical and dental, 401k match
  • Cell phone reimbursement and gas mileage for travel
  • Opportunities for advancement within the network of providers
Qualified candidates will have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license to attend meetings and events.

Salary Description

$95,000 - $120,000

Salary : $95,000 - $120,000

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