Business Development Specialist

The Business Development Specialist will lead the expansion and optimization of our affiliate partnerships to drive sustained revenue growth. This role combines proactive business development with strategic oversight, identifying, negotiating, and managing partnerships that align with company goals.

You’ll be the primary point of contact for new and existing affiliates, focusing on building long-term, high-value relationships and creating win-win opportunities that strengthen Networx’s presence in the home services marketplace. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial and highly motivated by results. If you are looking for the opportunity that will take your sales and marketing career to the next level, this is the opportunity to learn and grow with our dynamic team!

What you’ll do: 

• Lead business development efforts to identify, recruit, and onboard new affiliates and partners
• Negotiate and manage partnership terms, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements that align with revenue and brand objectives
• Develop and execute affiliate growth strategies that drive lead volume, conversion, and ROI
  Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, analytics, and product teams to optimize campaigns and support partner success
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and uncover opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain strong partner relationships through regular communication, performance reviews, and strategic alignment discussions
• Stay current on industry trends in affiliate marketing, lead generation, and digital partnerships to inform strategy and maintain competitive positioning
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and deliverables with strategic affiliate partnerships, networks, marketplaces, and media partners
• Monitor and analyze lead performance results, partner/customer ROI, and lead quality—optimize relentlessly.
• Represent Networx at industry events, forums, or digital communities to expand our network.

What you’ll need: 

• 4 years of business development or sales experience

• Ability to source, close, and scale partnerships that deliver measurable results.
• A growth mindset—test, learn, iterate.
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
• This position is Hybrid. You must be able to work from our New York City office three days a week.

Your Nice to haves: 

• Familiarity with lead generation affiliate partnerships
• Experience working directly with an Enterprise Sales Team
• Knowledge of the home services industry

What you’ll earn:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• FSA and HSA Options
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off 
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training & Development
• Work From Home Flexibility
• Competitive pay and bonus

Networx proudly supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The expected base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 per year. This position is eligible for an annual cash bonus and equity rewards. The salary offered may vary depending on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are provided for New York City-based roles as required by New York City Human Rights Law.

We're on a mission to help homeowners build, protect, and invest in their homes—and grow the businesses that support them daily. Join us!

At Networx, we empower great people to do great work! Our core values are Mission First, Innovate to Add Value, Care Deeply-Win Together, and Act with Speed, Integrity, and Ownership. These values guide our behaviors, and bold targets encourage us to bring our best selves to work daily. Our innovative, collaborative, and growth-focused culture will help us all share the rewards of meeting our company's mission.

Are you a driven, strategic-minded leader with a passion for performance partnerships? We connect homeowners with trusted contractors, and we’re scaling fast. If you’ve got a strong track record in affiliate growth or Enterprise sales and want to make an immediate impact, we want to hear from you.

Networx proudly supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DISCLAIMER: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.