Wander

Account Executive - Canada

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Property Management, Real Estate, Hospitality, TravelIndustries

Account Executive - Vancouver (Property Management Partnerships)

About the Role

Wander is a growing startup specializing in luxury home rentals catering to an upmarket demographic of guests who expect a five-star hotel experience in a short-term rental. We are looking to hire a full-time Account Executive based in Vancouver to spearhead our expansion into the Canadian market by building strategic partnerships with property management companies.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team at a rapidly-developing company, where you'll be the driving force behind our Canadian growth strategy while working with some of the most prestigious properties across the country!

Requirements

  • Required Qualifications:

    • Background in luxury real estate or property management highly preferred, with proven success in B2B sales and business development.
    • Self-directed and motivated with a strong sense of personal ownership and accountability.
    • Ability to generate and qualify leads through research and networking within the Canadian property management sector.
    • Comfort with cold-calling, emailing, and attending industry events to network and meet in person.
    • Ability to create compelling presentation materials, generate partnership proposals, and close deals with property management companies.
    • Proven ability to foster long-term relationships with partners, identifying upselling and expansion opportunities.
    • Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
    • Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
    • Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time across Canada to meet with prospects and partners.
    • Interested in long-term employment and career development at a growing company with a tight-knit culture.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

    • Confident & resourceful, strategic thinker & collaborative problem solver.
    • Experience working with product and engineering organizations to help roadmap new feature developments based on partner needs.
    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Communication or a related field.
    • 3 to 5 years of relevant sales or business development experience in luxury real estate or property management.
    • Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
    • Existing network within Canadian property management or luxury real estate industry.
    • Bilingual capabilities (English/French) highly preferred for French Canadian markets.

Responsibilities

  • Through targeted outbound outreach, identify and secure partnerships with high-end property management companies across Canada.
  • Qualify leads from marketing campaigns and convert them into strategic partnership opportunities.
  • Conduct proactive outreach to property management companies, contacting key decision makers through calls, emails, and in-person meetings.
  • Travel extensively across Canada to meet with prospects, conduct property tours, and build relationships with property management partners.
  • Nurture prospects, discover their needs, offer relevant resources, and articulate why Wander's partnership model is the right fit for their portfolio.
  • Utilize targeted and insightful questions to speak knowledgeably with property managers and owners, providing content and service information while demonstrating how Wander can enhance their property performance.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of Wander's luxury home standards, technology platform, and concierge processes.
  • Document all partnership activities and maintain detailed partner information in CRM system.
  • Work closely with marketing, product management, and operations teams to ensure successful partner onboarding and ongoing relationship management.
  • Provide market insights and feedback to inform product development and Canadian market strategy.

Company Information

Wander is verticalizing the 100b+ short-term rental industry. We independently operate each step of the home rental process, including booking, smart home technology, home management, and even the homes themselves, creating an unmatched guest experience.

Our mission is to help people...

Skills

B2B sales
business development
lead generation
networking
cold-calling
presentation skills
partnership proposals
relationship management
upselling
time management
organizational skills
strategic thinking
problem solving

Wander

Vacation home rentals with hotel amenities

About Wander

Wander.com offers vacation home rentals that come with hotel-grade amenities, catering to a wide range of travelers from casual vacationers to frequent visitors. The platform allows users to browse and book vacation homes through the Wander app, which features a diverse portfolio of properties in various scenic locations. Each rental is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including modern workstations, top-tier cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support. What sets Wander apart from traditional vacation rental services is its focus on combining the comfort of a home with luxury hotel-like features. The company's goal is to create a relaxing and thoughtful vacation experience for its users, as evidenced by the positive feedback from over 212,603 app users who appreciate the service.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$31.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation

Risks

High competition from startups using social media to capture market share.
Over-reliance on luxury market segment vulnerable to economic downturns.
Challenges in maintaining consistent standards across diverse property locations.

Differentiation

Wander offers hotel-grade amenities in vacation rentals, setting it apart from competitors.
The company integrates smart mattresses for personalized sleep experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Wander's diverse property portfolio includes unique locations like Yellowstone Valley and Kauai Cliffs.

Upsides

$100M credit facility from Credit Suisse supports expansion and service enhancement.
Partnership with Once Upon A Coconut attracts health-conscious travelers with sustainable refreshments.
Social media marketing on TikTok and Instagram increases brand visibility among younger demographics.

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