Director of Business Development

Accelerate your success at Colliers.

Why Colliers?

As one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don’t just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

***This position is for a Director of Business Development in Toronto ***

About the role

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building authentic relationships and driving growth? As Director, Business Development within our Real Estate Management Services (REMS) team, you’ll play a pivotal role in expanding our portfolio across Eastern Canada. This is your opportunity to combine commercial acumen with a people-first approach—connecting with clients, uncovering opportunities, and positioning Colliers as the trusted partner of choice.

• Lead Growth Strategy: Build and manage a high-quality business development pipeline aligned with REMS priorities.

• Drive Pursuits: Develop tailored strategies, lead the full pursuit cycle, and deliver winning proposals.

• Build Relationships: Cultivate trust-based connections with owners, brokers, lenders, and industry influencers.

• Stay Ahead: Track market trends, ownership changes, and emerging opportunities to act proactively.

• Elevate Our Brand: Represent Colliers at industry events and collaborate on thought leadership initiatives.

• Collaborate Internally: Ensure seamless client onboarding and cross-team alignment.

What You’ll Bring

• University degree in Business, Real Estate, Economics, or related field.

• 8–10 years of progressive experience in commercial real estate preferred, including 3+ years in a sales-focused role.

• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.

• Proven ability to lead pitches, manage pipelines, and deliver results.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

• A valid Ontario driver’s license.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Colliers does not use AI-enabled tools to sort or decline applications.  All decisions are made by our talent acquisition team.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Toronto, ON

Approximate Salary Range for Role: $130,000.00 to $150,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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What we offer: 

Innovative projects: Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.

Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.

Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.

Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Global network: Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [email protected].