Strategic Growth Partner (Chicago)

About SERHANT.

SERHANT. is the most followed real estate brand in the world, calibrated for the marketplace of tomorrow, delivering proven results for buyers, sellers, and developers. SERHANT. revolutionizes the traditional brokerage model by innovating through media and content creation and is powered by a full-service in-house film studio as well as an amplification platform that puts our properties in front of more people than anyone else.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Strategic Growth Partner to join our Growth team. This role serves as a key support function in the recruitment and expansion efforts of SERHANT., ensuring a seamless process for attracting and onboarding top-tier real estate professionals.

As a Strategic Growth Partner, you will be the first point of contact for prospective agents, responsible for initiating outreach, scheduling recruitment meetings, handling administrative tasks, and driving engagement with potential candidates. You will work closely with Strategic Growth Managers and the VP of Growth to ensure the success of our expansion strategy, playing a critical role in the company’s continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engagement & Outreach:
  • Conduct initial calls with potential real estate agents to assess interest and qualifications.
  • Proactively generate growth opportunities through inbound and outbound lead generation.
  • Cold-call, text, and email prospective candidates in assigned markets to develop a robust talent pipeline.
  • Articulate SERHANT.’s value proposition and effectively handle objections to create qualified recruitment opportunities.
• Scheduling & Coordination:
  • Schedule recruitment pitches for Strategic Growth Managers in current markets.
  • Coordinate meetings for the VP of Growth in expansion markets.
  • Manage follow-ups and touchpoints with candidates to keep them engaged in the recruitment process.
• Administrative & CRM Management:
  • Serve as the first point of contact for all recruitment leads sent from our CEO.
  • Maintain and update records of all recruitment activities in our CRM.
  • Assist in managing administrative tasks within the Growth department as needed.
• Collaboration & Strategy:
  • Work closely with Strategic Growth Managers and Team Leaders to develop and refine prospecting strategies.
  • Drive active engagement with new and existing leads through creative and strategic follow-up communications.
  • Support the department in ensuring a smooth and efficient recruitment process.
• *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales, recruiting, or business development role
• Real estate experience preferred.
• Strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with professionals at all levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and stay organized.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information.
• A passion for growth, networking, and creating opportunities.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Active Listening
• Judgement and decision making
• Critical thinking
• Service Orientation
• Coordination

Compensation

Actual compensation within the pay range listed below will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

The national base pay range for this position within the United States is $75,000.00 USD. This role is eligible to earn additional compensation through a commission-based incentive plan.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off and paid holidays; retirement benefits; and other company-sponsored benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Your Location

This position is hybrid eligible for candidates based in Chicago, IL. The role may include occasional work at additional SERHANT. offices or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. Candidates must live within the United States.

Hiring Statement

SERHANT. is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the SERHANT. community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and staff. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

Recruiting Fraud Notice

Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations, or employment offers may be circulated on the Internet in an attempt to obtain privileged information, or to prompt you to pay a fee for services related to recruitment or training.

SERHANT. does not charge any application, processing, or training fee at any stage of the recruiting or hiring process. All genuine job openings will be posted here on on our Careers page or Linkedin, and all communications from the SERHANT. recruiting team and/or hiring managers will be from an @serhant.com email address.

Visa Sponsorship Notice

Thank you for your interest in working with us! At this time, we are not able to offer H-1B visa or any other work authorization sponsorship. To be considered for any of our open roles, candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.