JERDE Business Development/Marketing Coordinator Description:

Jerde is seeking a professional who can execute tasks with respect to business development, marketing, and proposal writing. 

Responsibilities

Lead Client Outreach: Identify and pursue new business opportunities by targeting developers, real estate firms, and institutional clients in the U.S. architecture market to generate new leads.
Proposal Development: Craft compelling responses to RFPs/RFQs, ensuring alignment with client needs and firm capabilities.
Presentations – Work directly with firm leadership, including CEO, Design Principals, and/or Business Development to craft professional presentation materials for use with current and prospective clients. The person in this role must also have the ability to lead client meetings and present the firm in the best possible light to current and prospective clients
Market Research: Analyze industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in sectors such as Commercial, Mixed-Use, Hospitality, and Residential.   
Strategic Networking: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including developers, brokers, and industry organizations that align with Jerde objectives.
Collaborative Strategy: Partner with design and marketing teams to align outreach efforts with firm expertise and brand positioning
Managing Contact Database – ownership, maintenance, and organization of the firm's contact database, including advance identification of relevant contacts for upcoming conferences, JERDE-hosted events, and email marketing campaigns
Client Retention: Foster long-term partnerships through exceptional communication and tailored solutions
Requirements

Experience: in business development, sales, or marketing within architecture, real estate, or related fields
Experience with proposal writing:  strong editing and writing skills
Experience using AI and other tools to improve efficiencies in the proposal coordination process
A strategic thinker who can articulate and develop a proposal narrative
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with U.S. architecture/development markets and regulatory landscapes
Communication: Superior verbal/written skills for client presentations, proposals, and negotiations
Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Microsoft Office, and market analysis platforms
Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Business, Real Estate, or related field (preferred)
Network: Bring current relationships and connections with developers, contractors, or industry groups (a strong plus)
Preferred Qualifications

Background in real estate development, architectural project management, or design consulting
Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., ULI)
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite for marketing collateral

Opportunities for professional development and industry engagement
Collaborative, design-driven work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Our competitive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance with HFSA/DFSA, life and AD&D/ LTD insurance, 401K match, vacation, holidays, transportation benefits, and support for professional development

Location:   Los Angeles, CA

If interested please submit your resume and statement to careers@jerde.com.  Thank you.