Overview
Senior Business Development Networker (National Partnerships & Industry Relations)
coDesign is a workplace design-and-build firm experiencing explosive growth, and we’re looking for exceptional talent ready to unleash their potential and grow their career and life. We offer an outstanding platform for expanding responsibility, gaining valuable experience across all project verticals, and working alongside an energetic, collaborative team. Our culture is built on partnership, innovation, and a shared passion for designing and building amazing workspaces.
Role Summary As a
Senior Business Development Networker , you will be a core member of coDesign’s Business Development and Client Relations teams, focused on expanding our national presence through strategic relationship-building, industry networking, and partnership development.
This role is not traditional outbound business development. Instead, it is centered on
high-impact, in-person engagement —building long-term relationships with commercial real estate brokers, tenant representatives, landlords, and workplace industry leaders across key U.S. markets.
You will serve as a brand ambassador for coDesign, representing the firm at national industry events, hosting gatherings, cultivating referral networks, and strengthening coDesign’s visibility through both face-to-face networking and a strong social media presence.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on connection, is energized by the commercial real estate ecosystem, and excels at generating opportunity through credibility, community, and influence.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with key commercial real estate brokers, tenant reps, landlords, and strategic partners across major U.S. markets
Serve as a visible and trusted presence within the national workplace and real estate community
Attend, host, and represent coDesign at industry networking events, conferences, panels, partner gatherings, and community functions
Develop a strong referral pipeline through warm relationship-building and partner engagement
Identify strategic partnership opportunities that generate high-quality project leads nationally
Collaborate with Global Partners and regional teams to uncover multi-market and international workplace opportunities
Coordinate meetings and introductions between prospective partners/clients and the Client Relations team
Deliver qualified, relationship-based leads that convert into active sales opportunities
Maintain a strong professional brand and social media presence to amplify coDesign’s market visibility
Create and share relevant industry content (LinkedIn posts, event recaps, partnership highlights, thought leadership) in coordination with marketing
Confidently represent coDesign through public speaking engagements, client presentations, and industry forums
Track engagement, meetings, and partnership activity in HubSpot
Core Competencies
Exceptional relationship-building and networking ability with a talent for developing trust quickly
Deep understanding of the commercial real estate and workplace industry ecosystem
Proven success generating business through partnerships, industry presence, and referrals
Strong public speaking, presentation, and in-person communication skills
Socially confident, outgoing, and polished in professional environments
Strong content instincts and ability to build brand credibility through digital channels
Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple national relationships simultaneously
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, commercial real estate, client relations, or a high-touch relationship-driven role
Extensive knowledge of brokerage, tenant representation, and the workplace delivery ecosystem
Demonstrated success building professional networks that lead to business growth
Comfortable serving as a national brand ambassador and industry connector
Strong social media presence and experience creating relevant professional or industry content
Confident public speaker with experience representing firms at events or on panels
Self-directed, high initiative, and entrepreneurial mindset
CRM proficiency (HubSpot experience a plus)
Position Type & Expected Hours This is a
full-time position , Monday through Friday,
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM .
This role will require flexibility to attend evening events, conferences, and partner engagements. coDesign clients and partners are located nationwide, and travel will be expected as part of building and maintaining relationships across key markets.
Why coDesign? At coDesign, relationships drive everything we do—from the spaces we build to the partnerships we cultivate. If you are energized by people, community, and creating opportunity through connection and influence, we’d love to meet you.
Apply for this position
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coDesign is a workplace design-and-build firm experiencing explosive growth, and we’re looking for exceptional talent ready to unleash their potential and grow their career and life. We offer an outstanding platform for expanding responsibility, gaining valuable experience across all project verticals, and working alongside an energetic, collaborative team. Our culture is built on partnership, innovation, and a shared passion for designing and building amazing workspaces.
Role Summary As a
Senior Business Development Networker , you will be a core member of coDesign’s Business Development and Client Relations teams, focused on expanding our national presence through strategic relationship-building, industry networking, and partnership development.
This role is not traditional outbound business development. Instead, it is centered on
high-impact, in-person engagement —building long-term relationships with commercial real estate brokers, tenant representatives, landlords, and workplace industry leaders across key U.S. markets.
You will serve as a brand ambassador for coDesign, representing the firm at national industry events, hosting gatherings, cultivating referral networks, and strengthening coDesign’s visibility through both face-to-face networking and a strong social media presence.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on connection, is energized by the commercial real estate ecosystem, and excels at generating opportunity through credibility, community, and influence.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with key commercial real estate brokers, tenant reps, landlords, and strategic partners across major U.S. markets
Serve as a visible and trusted presence within the national workplace and real estate community
Attend, host, and represent coDesign at industry networking events, conferences, panels, partner gatherings, and community functions
Develop a strong referral pipeline through warm relationship-building and partner engagement
Identify strategic partnership opportunities that generate high-quality project leads nationally
Collaborate with Global Partners and regional teams to uncover multi-market and international workplace opportunities
Coordinate meetings and introductions between prospective partners/clients and the Client Relations team
Deliver qualified, relationship-based leads that convert into active sales opportunities
Maintain a strong professional brand and social media presence to amplify coDesign’s market visibility
Create and share relevant industry content (LinkedIn posts, event recaps, partnership highlights, thought leadership) in coordination with marketing
Confidently represent coDesign through public speaking engagements, client presentations, and industry forums
Track engagement, meetings, and partnership activity in HubSpot
Core Competencies
Exceptional relationship-building and networking ability with a talent for developing trust quickly
Deep understanding of the commercial real estate and workplace industry ecosystem
Proven success generating business through partnerships, industry presence, and referrals
Strong public speaking, presentation, and in-person communication skills
Socially confident, outgoing, and polished in professional environments
Strong content instincts and ability to build brand credibility through digital channels
Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple national relationships simultaneously
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, commercial real estate, client relations, or a high-touch relationship-driven role
Extensive knowledge of brokerage, tenant representation, and the workplace delivery ecosystem
Demonstrated success building professional networks that lead to business growth
Comfortable serving as a national brand ambassador and industry connector
Strong social media presence and experience creating relevant professional or industry content
Confident public speaker with experience representing firms at events or on panels
Self-directed, high initiative, and entrepreneurial mindset
CRM proficiency (HubSpot experience a plus)
Position Type & Expected Hours This is a
full-time position , Monday through Friday,
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM .
This role will require flexibility to attend evening events, conferences, and partner engagements. coDesign clients and partners are located nationwide, and travel will be expected as part of building and maintaining relationships across key markets.
Why coDesign? At coDesign, relationships drive everything we do—from the spaces we build to the partnerships we cultivate. If you are energized by people, community, and creating opportunity through connection and influence, we’d love to meet you.
Apply for this position
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