Development Relationship Manager
Valid8 Financial, Inc., Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Overview
Target Base Range for this role is $100k-$110k.
This role requires a full-time onsite presence in Durham, NC
Please note: We are only able to consider candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and who do not require current or future visa sponsorship of any sort.
Job Summary
The Real Estate Development Relationship Manager will support due diligence and real estate development activities in addition to leasing and opportunities to grow partnerships. This role bridges predevelopment strategy and owner advocacy, ensuring projects are conceived, positioned, and executed in alignment with key objectives and long-term asset value. This role serves as the relationship lead, coordinating internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders in alignment with the business plan. The position works cross-functionally with site acquisition, development, asset management, and ownership, providing informed insight.
Key Responsibilities
Shape the future of electric mobility by developing and growing our critical site host partner accounts across the United States
Negotiate and execute site host agreements, amendments, and other contracts with site hosts
Support site hosts from contract signature through operations and maintain excellent relationships
Develop and execute a plan to grow the IONNA footprint within your set of accounts
Manage multiple development projects from inception through early development stages
Lead day-to-day coordination of consultants and internal teams
Identify and mitigate development risks throughout the project lifecycle
Manage numerous accounts concurrently & strategically, while ensuring high customer satisfaction
Mission:
Keep host happy and grow the partnership
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Time period sites are in due diligence
New sites with existing Partners
Partner Satisfaction
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred with a minimum of 5 years of account management expertise; EV charging and/or Real Estate experience required
Understanding of the EV charging deployment process
Experience presenting and interacting with C-suite executives and industry leaders
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to manage consultants and various stakeholders
Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Preferred Experience
Proficiency in Salesforce
Identify risks or misalignments related to market demand, revenue assumptions, or execution timing.
Support transitions between predevelopment, active leasing, and stabilization.
IONNA is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices through a competitive base salary, as well as offering bonus programs, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(K), and paid holidays.
Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. IONNA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.
Application Questions What is the highest level of education you’ve obtained?
Which option best describes your current U.S. work authorization status? A. U.S. citizen B. Lawful permanent resident (green card holder) C. Requires current or future visa sponsorship
This role requires a full‑time, on‑site presence in Durham, NC. Which best describes your situation? A. I am currently located in the Durham, NC area B. I am willing and able to relocate to Durham, NC C. I can relocate but would need a transition period D. I prefer a hybrid arrangement E. I am not able to work on‑site full time
How many years of professional experience do you have in account management, real estate development, or a related field? A. Less than 3 years B. 3–4 years C. 5–7 years D. 8–10 years E. 10+ years
To what extent have you negotiated or managed site host agreements, leases, or similar contracts? A. No experience B. Limited exposure or assisted others C. Moderate involvement with guidance or oversight D. Significant hands‑on responsibility E. Extensive experience leading complex negotiations
Which best describes your familiarity with EV charging or electric mobility infrastructure? A. No prior exposure B. General awareness or indirect exposure C. Supported EV or charging projects in part D. Direct, hands‑on experience with EV charging deployments E. Extensive EV charging or electric mobility experience
What best describes your experience managing multiple projects or accounts simultaneously? A. Primarily focused on one project or account at a time B. Managed 2–3 projects/accounts concurrently C. Managed 4–6 projects/accounts concurrently D. Managed 7+ projects/accounts concurrently E. Designed processes for managing large portfolios
Which statement best reflects your experience working with site hosts or external partners? A. Limited interaction with external partners B. Supported relationships managed by others C. Served as a primary point of contact for partners D. Built and expanded long‑term partner relationships E. Owned strategic partner growth and satisfaction
To what extent have you interacted with senior leaders or C‑suite executives? A. No direct interaction B. Infrequent or ad‑hoc interaction C. Regular interaction as part of project updates D. Frequent interaction in relationship‑management roles E. Primary contact or trusted advisor
How would you describe your experience identifying or managing development risks (timing, execution, market, or financial)? A. No direct experience B. Aware of risks but not responsible for them C. Identified risks and escalated them D. Proactively mitigated risks during development E. Led risk assessment and mitigation strategies
What level of experience do you have with CRM tools such as Salesforce? A. No CRM experience B. Basic user (data entry, notes) C. Intermediate user (reports, dashboards) D. Advanced user (customization, forecasting) E. Power user or administrator
Which best describes your experience working with consultants and cross‑functional internal teams? A. Minimal exposure B. Participated as a team member C. Coordinated workstreams with guidance D. Led day‑to‑day coordination and oversight E. Led cross‑functional teams across multiple projects
Which option best describes your primary professional strength aligned to this role? A. Relationship and partner management B. Contract negotiation and execution C. Project and consultant management D. Real estate or infrastructure development E. Strategic account growth and expansion
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This role requires a full-time onsite presence in Durham, NC
Please note: We are only able to consider candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and who do not require current or future visa sponsorship of any sort.
Job Summary
The Real Estate Development Relationship Manager will support due diligence and real estate development activities in addition to leasing and opportunities to grow partnerships. This role bridges predevelopment strategy and owner advocacy, ensuring projects are conceived, positioned, and executed in alignment with key objectives and long-term asset value. This role serves as the relationship lead, coordinating internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders in alignment with the business plan. The position works cross-functionally with site acquisition, development, asset management, and ownership, providing informed insight.
Key Responsibilities
Shape the future of electric mobility by developing and growing our critical site host partner accounts across the United States
Negotiate and execute site host agreements, amendments, and other contracts with site hosts
Support site hosts from contract signature through operations and maintain excellent relationships
Develop and execute a plan to grow the IONNA footprint within your set of accounts
Manage multiple development projects from inception through early development stages
Lead day-to-day coordination of consultants and internal teams
Identify and mitigate development risks throughout the project lifecycle
Manage numerous accounts concurrently & strategically, while ensuring high customer satisfaction
Mission:
Keep host happy and grow the partnership
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Time period sites are in due diligence
New sites with existing Partners
Partner Satisfaction
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred with a minimum of 5 years of account management expertise; EV charging and/or Real Estate experience required
Understanding of the EV charging deployment process
Experience presenting and interacting with C-suite executives and industry leaders
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to manage consultants and various stakeholders
Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Preferred Experience
Proficiency in Salesforce
Identify risks or misalignments related to market demand, revenue assumptions, or execution timing.
Support transitions between predevelopment, active leasing, and stabilization.
IONNA is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices through a competitive base salary, as well as offering bonus programs, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(K), and paid holidays.
Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. IONNA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.
Application Questions What is the highest level of education you’ve obtained?
Which option best describes your current U.S. work authorization status? A. U.S. citizen B. Lawful permanent resident (green card holder) C. Requires current or future visa sponsorship
This role requires a full‑time, on‑site presence in Durham, NC. Which best describes your situation? A. I am currently located in the Durham, NC area B. I am willing and able to relocate to Durham, NC C. I can relocate but would need a transition period D. I prefer a hybrid arrangement E. I am not able to work on‑site full time
How many years of professional experience do you have in account management, real estate development, or a related field? A. Less than 3 years B. 3–4 years C. 5–7 years D. 8–10 years E. 10+ years
To what extent have you negotiated or managed site host agreements, leases, or similar contracts? A. No experience B. Limited exposure or assisted others C. Moderate involvement with guidance or oversight D. Significant hands‑on responsibility E. Extensive experience leading complex negotiations
Which best describes your familiarity with EV charging or electric mobility infrastructure? A. No prior exposure B. General awareness or indirect exposure C. Supported EV or charging projects in part D. Direct, hands‑on experience with EV charging deployments E. Extensive EV charging or electric mobility experience
What best describes your experience managing multiple projects or accounts simultaneously? A. Primarily focused on one project or account at a time B. Managed 2–3 projects/accounts concurrently C. Managed 4–6 projects/accounts concurrently D. Managed 7+ projects/accounts concurrently E. Designed processes for managing large portfolios
Which statement best reflects your experience working with site hosts or external partners? A. Limited interaction with external partners B. Supported relationships managed by others C. Served as a primary point of contact for partners D. Built and expanded long‑term partner relationships E. Owned strategic partner growth and satisfaction
To what extent have you interacted with senior leaders or C‑suite executives? A. No direct interaction B. Infrequent or ad‑hoc interaction C. Regular interaction as part of project updates D. Frequent interaction in relationship‑management roles E. Primary contact or trusted advisor
How would you describe your experience identifying or managing development risks (timing, execution, market, or financial)? A. No direct experience B. Aware of risks but not responsible for them C. Identified risks and escalated them D. Proactively mitigated risks during development E. Led risk assessment and mitigation strategies
What level of experience do you have with CRM tools such as Salesforce? A. No CRM experience B. Basic user (data entry, notes) C. Intermediate user (reports, dashboards) D. Advanced user (customization, forecasting) E. Power user or administrator
Which best describes your experience working with consultants and cross‑functional internal teams? A. Minimal exposure B. Participated as a team member C. Coordinated workstreams with guidance D. Led day‑to‑day coordination and oversight E. Led cross‑functional teams across multiple projects
Which option best describes your primary professional strength aligned to this role? A. Relationship and partner management B. Contract negotiation and execution C. Project and consultant management D. Real estate or infrastructure development E. Strategic account growth and expansion
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