Business Development Manager, Partnerships Channel - Midwest Region

LendingOne is a direct private lender for Real Estate professionals headquartered in Boca Raton, FL with  additional offices in Charlotte, NC and Great Neck, NY. LendingOne made the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America in 2019. Along with being rated one of the Top Workplaces in 2025 - for the fourth consecutive year -  by Sun Sentinel!

We specialize in providing business-purpose mortgage loans for non-owner-occupied investment properties. We offer fix/flip bridge loans and long-term rental financing. Not a broker nor a bank, but a fully funded lending partner that can close consistently. LendingOne and its affiliates have extensive real estate experience and have provided over $6 Billion in real estate capital.

LendingOne is seeking a driven Business Development Representative based in a major midwest city to spearhead our partnership program. With a minimum of 2–3 years of successful sales experience, the ideal candidate will independently prospect, build relationships, and represent LendingOne at frequent local, state, and regional events, often requiring flexible multi-day travel. This individual will follow up on marketing leads, support the VP of Partnerships at national events, and progressively take full ownership of regional partnership activities. A passion for business development, confidence in public speaking, and excellent relationship management skills are essential to succeed in this fast-paced, growth-focused role.

This is a full-time employment opportunity working remotely in Indianapolis, IN; Columbus, OH; Kansas City, MO; St. Louis, MO; Louisville, KY; or Cincinnati, OH.

Qualifications:

The following qualifications and responsibilities serve as a position overview and are not exhaustive. Employees are expected to be team players and may take on additional tasks as needed.

• Minimum 2-3 years of successful sales experience with a strong track record of meeting or exceeding goals
• Based in either Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, St. Louis, Louisville, or Cincinnati – and ready to hit the ground running
• A passion for business development: prospecting new leads, nurturing relationships, and closing deals independently
• Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently for client meetings, partner visits and industry events
• Confidence and polish in public speaking, hosting and presenting at events and conferences
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills to build and maintain strong partner connections
• A self-starter mentality with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment 

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Primary Salesperson for LendingOne’s partnership program specifically within the property management community (with opportunities to grow additional partnership channels), developing and expanding strategic local and regional relationships.
• Requires local, state and regional travel. Travel frequency averages approximately 30% but seasonally can be as much as 70% during conference season.
• Provide On-Site Support to the Vice President of Partnerships during major national industry events and conferences, ensuring a strong brand presence.
• Follow Up on Marketing-Generated Leads, efficiently nurturing and converting inbound interest into valuable partnerships.
• Independently Prospect, Engage, and Build Relationships with local and regional property management companies that serve real estate investor clients, using strong business development and lead generation skills.
• Serve as the Main Point of Contact for mid-sized and smaller property management firms, ensuring high-quality engagement and partnership management.

Why LendingOne:

• Diverse and inclusive workplace, with a supportive and friendly team
• Company awards, recognitions, and community involvement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, generous 401(k) match, and more!
• 10 Company-paid holidays, and Paid-time Off
• Regular company-sponsored lunches, team-building and social events, and company swag to promote engagement and connection
• We believe in promoting from within
• Dedicated Learning & Development Team: comprehensive technical training, career paths, and education reimbursement opportunities! 

LendingOne is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.