Now Hiring - Better Talent - Business Development Representative in Galveston, TX

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Business Development Representative Porter Texas Vacation Rental Management - Galveston, TX COMPANY OVERVIEW Why Porter Is a Great Place to Work At Porter, we prioritize open, healthy, and professional communication so every team member can connect, collaborate, and thrive. We ensure all employees feel welcome, heard, and valued because we believe strong culture creates strong results. What Makes Us Stand Out With more than 20 years of combined experience in vacation rental management, we provide full-service support to homeowners and investors, from maintenance and operations to marketing and guest experience. Our deep industry expertise allows us to deliver dependable, profitable, and stress-free management for our clients. Why You 'll Love Being Here When you join Porter, you become part of a warm, family-like team rooted in the beauty of the Texas Gulf Coast. Galveston offers historic charm, oceanfront views, vibrant food spots, local festivals, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle--making it the perfect place for a fulfilling professional journey and a healthy work-life balance. POSITION SUMMARY We're seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Business Development Representative to help grow Porter's property portfolio across Galveston and the Texas Gulf Coast. In this role, you'll be a key driver of company growth by identifying new opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and signing new homes under management. Your work will blend planning, outreach, and presenting--making each day dynamic and rewarding. A day in this role may include: * Researching local markets to identify high-potential vacation rental opportunities * Using data to shape expansion strategies * Building relationships with realtors, property owners, and industry partners * Presenting at real estate brokerages and title agencies * Engaging in cold outreach and following up on inbound leads * Collaborating with internal teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience * Reviewing KPI performance and planning next steps This isn't just a sales role, it's a chance to build your business acumen, deepen your real estate expertise, and play an essential part in shaping Porter's continued growth. RESPONSIBILITIES * Independently drive a multi-channel prospecting strategy to onboard high-quality properties into Porter's portfolio. * Prospect, identify, and manage a pipeline of potential clients across the Galveston and Texas Gulf Coast regions. * Qualify leads and present Porter's services through cold calling, emails, networking events, and in-person meetings. * Build rapport with local realtors, brokers, developers, and property owners to strengthen referral networks. * Schedule and deliver presentations to real estate brokerages and related industry groups. * Track performance and report KPIs weekly to senior management. * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth property onboarding and a top-tier client experience. QUALIFICATIONS * Active Texas Real Estate License is not required but preferred * Strong familiarity with the Galveston short-term rental market and Texas Gulf Coast real estate * Prior experience in sales, business development, or real estate * Existing relationships within real estate or STR communities are a plus * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market, historical, and property data * Understanding of vacation rental management fundamentals * Excellent communication skills, both interpersonal and public-facing COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual Compensation: * Base Salary: $40,000 * On-Target Earnings (OTE): $90,000+ through commissions Benefits Include: * Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave) * Health insurance