Job Details: Job Location: 400 LOCUST STREET SUITE 790 - DES MOINES, IA, Position Type: Full Time (30+ hours per week), Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $80000.00 - $100000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day Monday - Friday, Job Category: Business Development, Business Development Associate Reports To: Vice President of Business Development Who We Are At B.HOM Student Living, we are more than just a property management company—we create communities where people thrive. With a growing national footprint, we are building something special and looking for driven professionals who want to grow with us. We live our core values every day: People-First Service Accountability Empowerment Grit & Perseverance Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Position Summary The Business Development Associate plays an important role in supporting B.HOM's continued growth by helping coordinate business development opportunities, consulting engagements, and new client transitions. Working closely with the Vice President of Business Development, this position supports opportunities from initial evaluation and research through proposals, due diligence, contract execution, and transition to operations. The Business Development Associate works across Operations, Sales & Marketing, Accounting, Systems, Operations Support, Facilities, Human Resources, and other teams to keep projects organized, deliverables on schedule, and opportunities moving forward. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining project coordination, financial analysis, research, and client-facing work in a fast-paced and growing organization. What You'll Do Business Development & Opportunity Support Support business development opportunities from initial evaluation through proposal development, due diligence, contract execution, and operational transition Assist with prospect research and evaluation of new business opportunities Coordinate information and deliverables across internal departments supporting active opportunities Track client requests, deadlines, decisions, action items, and next steps Proactively follow up with stakeholders to keep opportunities and deliverables on schedule Support consulting engagements through research, analysis, project coordination, and preparation of client deliverables Proposals & Client Presentations Coordinate and prepare proposals, RFP responses, presentations, operating plans, staffing recommendations, and other client-facing materials Develop client pitch decks and supporting presentation materials Coordinate input and revisions from internal subject matter experts Prepare materials for prospect meetings, client presentations, property tours, and transition meetings Document decisions, action items, responsibilities, and required follow-up Financial & Market Analysis Build and maintain budget and cash flow models for prospective management opportunities Gather and organize financial and operational assumptions used to evaluate opportunities Conduct market research and analysis, including enrollment trends and market performance indicators Analyze information to help identify target markets, communities, and potential growth opportunities Support deal strategy, pricing, and B.HOM's competitive positioning through research and analysis Project Coordination Maintain project plans, timelines, task trackers, and deliverable schedules Coordinate responsibilities and deadlines across multiple internal departments Prepare project status updates and maintain organized project documentation Identify outstanding items, potential gaps, or delays and escalate them appropriately Maintain business development templates, financial models, presentations, research, and other resources New Client & Property Transitions Support transition planning after B.HOM is awarded new business Maintain transition plans and trackers covering milestones, responsibilities, dependencies, deadlines, and deliverables Coordinate the handoff from Business Development to Operations and other functional teams Help ensure client expectations, commitments, assumptions, and agreed-upon deliverables are clearly documented and communicated Coordinate internal and external transition meetings, agendas, status updates, meeting notes, and follow-up Serve as a key point of coordination between internal transition teams and client stakeholders The original role places substantial responsibility on coordinating the transition from Business Development into Operations and tracking deliverables across departments, so I would keep that element prominent rather than presenting this as primarily a sales role. What We're Looking For Required Skills & Qualifications Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and stakeholders Strong analytical and financial skills with the ability to work with budgets, cash flow models, market data, and property operating information Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Ability to develop professional presentations, proposals, trackers, and client-facing materials Strong research skills with the ability to gather, organize, interpret, and summarize financial, market, and operational information Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively with internal teams, senior leadership, clients, and prospective clients Strong sense of ownership and follow-through Ability to anticipate next steps and proactively follow up on outstanding items Ability to manage changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Ability to travel nationally as needed Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field 1–3 years of experience in student housing, multifamily housing, property management, real estate, business development, finance, project coordination, or a related field Student housing or multifamily industry experience Experience with financial modeling, project management, market research, or proposal development These qualifications preserve the experience level in the source description while emphasizing the financial, analytical, organizational, and presentation capabilities the position actually requires. Work Schedule Primarily Monday–Friday, generally 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Additional flexibility may be required to support business development deadlines, client engagements, property transitions, conferences, and events National travel may be required based on business needs Physical Requirements Ability to remain at a workstation and use a computer for extended periods Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in writing Ability to attend conferences, client meetings, property tours, and transition meetings Ability to travel by automobile and airplane as needed Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Why Join B.HOM? Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) with company match 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Company Paid Sabbatical Leave 12 company-paid holidays Birthday holiday Paid Time Off — Starting at 120 hours per year Sick and safe time Short- and long-term disability insurance Pet insurance options Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing organization A people-first culture focused on development and success Equal Opportunity Employer B.HOM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and empowers our team members to succeed. Compensation varies based on experience, location, and market conditions. Qualifications: