Business Development Associate

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

is seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Business Development Associate to help grow our emergency restoration and reconstruction services throughout the Tacoma and Puyallup market. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining professional relationships with insurance agents, property managers, plumbers, contractors, facility managers, and commercial clients while promoting our water, fire, smoke, mold, and reconstruction services.

The ideal candidate is outgoing, organized, professional, and comfortable networking in both field and office environments. This role plays a key part in increasing brand awareness, generating leads, and supporting long-term customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain referral relationships with:
  • Insurance agents and adjusters
  • Property managers
  • Plumbing companies
  • Realtors
  • Commercial facility managers
  • HOA managers
  • Contractors and trade partners
• Conduct daily sales calls, site visits, and networking activities
• Attend local networking events, chamber meetings, trade shows, and community events
• Deliver marketing materials, presentations, and promotional items to referral partners
• Follow up on leads and maintain consistent communication with prospects and clients
• Assist in creating and coordinating marketing campaigns and social media outreach
• Track sales activities, contacts, and opportunities in CRM systems
• Collaborate with operations and production teams to ensure excellent customer experience
• Identify opportunities for commercial and residential growth
• Support emergency response marketing during storm or large loss events
• Maintain knowledge of restoration industry services, insurance processes, and company capabilities
• Represent the company professionally at all times

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, marketing, customer service, or business development preferred
• Restoration, construction, insurance, or property management industry experience is a plus
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable networking and speaking with business professionals
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through independently
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and CRM software
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation
• Ability to occasionally lift marketing materials or event supplies

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of water, fire, mold, and reconstruction services
• Experience with insurance-related industries
• Social media and marketing experience
• Public speaking or presentation experience
• Existing local business relationships in Pierce County or surrounding areas

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base pay plus commission/bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid training and career development opportunities
• Health benefits and paid time off (if applicable)
• Supportive team environment with growth potential

Why Join ?

• Work with a respected national restoration brand
• Help people during emergencies and difficult situations
• Be part of a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding company
• Make a direct impact on company growth and community relationships

Apply Today

If you are energetic, relationship-focused, and ready to grow your career in business development, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: $50,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year


At Rainbow International® Restoration we're helping families out when disaster strikes, turning their damaged houses back into homes. Our franchisees are looking for qualified people seeking to do what it takes to restore the customers property. Does the sound of that excite you? Then seeking a career with an independently owned and operated Rainbow International® franchise might be the place for you. Because for our family, this isn't just a job, it's a calling.

Rainbow International is a network of independently owned and operated franchise, our location is locally owned and founded in the late 1980's. We service the greater South Puget Sound, based in Tacoma we service Thurston, Pierce and Kitsap Counties. We enjoy a family type atmosphere where we can rely on each other. Our code of values is our guiding light which includes Respect, Integrity, Customer Focus and having fun in the process. Our greatest asset is our team members. If you have experience in the restoration industry or feel that you would be a good fit for our industry, we would like to talk with you.


Notice

Rainbow International LLC is the franchisor of the Rainbow International Restoration® franchised system. Each Rainbow International Restoration® franchised location is independently-owned and operated by an independent franchisee performing services. As a service to its independent franchisees, Rainbow International LLC lists employment opportunities available throughout the franchised network so those employment opportunities may be conveniently found by interested parties at one central location for brand management purposes only. Rainbow International LLC is NOT the employer seeking help. The only employer is the independent franchisee who has listed its available positions on this website.

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I acknowledge that each independent Rainbow International Restoration® franchisee hires and determines the terms and conditions of employment for its own employees. Any employment benefits, compensation and employment practices vary by location. Neither Rainbow International LLC ("Franchisor") nor its affiliates have the power to: (1) hire, fire or modify the employment condition of franchisee's employees; (2) supervise and control franchisee's employee work schedule or conditions of employment; (3) determine the rate and method of payment; or (4) accept, review or maintain franchisee employment records. Rainbow International LLC is NOT the employer and/or joint employer for: (i) any of the job opportunities listed on this website; (ii) any of the independent franchisees; and, (iii) any of the employees of the independent franchisees.