Associate - Brokerage & Advisory

Associate | Hotel Investment Sales
Independent Contractor Opportunity
Build Your Career in Hotel Real Estate Brokerage

Associate | Hotel Investment Sales
Independent Contractor Opportunity
Build Your Career in Hotel Real Estate Brokerage
HVS Brokerage & Advisory is seeking motivated professionals interested in building a career in hotel real estate brokerage. The Associate opportunity is designed for individuals who want to develop their own brokerage business while leveraging the market knowledge, industry relationships, reputation, and resources of HVS.

As an Associate, you will work as an independent contractor, building relationships with hotel owners, investors, developers, and other industry professionals while identifying opportunities to connect buyers and sellers. You will develop your knowledge of hotel investment sales while working alongside experienced HVS brokerage professionals and gaining exposure to hotel markets, valuation concepts, transaction strategy, and deal execution.

• Structured, hospitality-focused training and mentorship from experienced hotel investment sales professionals
• Uncapped earning potential in a performance-driven, entrepreneurial environment
• No prior hotel brokerage experience required—just a strong work ethic, coachability, and the desire to build a business
• Advanced technology and AI tools that reduce administrative work, allowing you to focus on prospecting, advising hotel owners, and closing transactions
• A clear career path from Associate to top producer, market leader, and senior executive
• The opportunity to become a specialist in hotel investment sales and develop expertise in an assigned market
• The strength of the HVS global platform, including recognized hospitality expertise, extensive industry relationships, and access to hotel owners and investors nationwide
• Hands‑on experience with property valuations, client presentations, marketing assignments, negotiations, and transaction management
• A collaborative team environment with experienced senior professionals committed to your training, development, and long-term success

• Develop and maintain relationships with hotel owners, investors, developers, and prospective buyers
• Prospect for new business and identify potential hotel sale opportunities
• Research hotel properties, ownership groups, transactions, and market activity
• Develop expertise in local and regional hotel investment markets
• Participate in the preparation and marketing of hotel listings and investment opportunities
• Build and maintain a network of prospective buyers and sellers
• Participate in transaction activities and client communications
• Develop your own pipeline and book of business
• Conduct brokerage activities in accordance with applicable licensing requirements and HVS brokerage policies

HVS provides Associates with access to an established hospitality real estate platform and resources designed to support the development of their brokerage business. This includes opportunities to learn from experienced hotel brokerage professionals, access industry research and market intelligence, utilize HVS technology and marketing resources, and benefit from the reach and reputation of the HVS brand.

We are looking for entrepreneurial, self‑motivated individuals who are interested in building a long‑term career in commercial real estate and hotel investment sales. Strong candidates will be comfortable developing new relationships, initiating business conversations, conducting market research, and taking ownership of building their brokerage practice.

A background in hospitality, real estate, finance, business, sales, or a related field is preferred. Previous hotel brokerage experience is not required.

This is a commission-based independent contractor opportunity and is not an employee position. Associates are responsible for developing and managing their own brokerage activities and are compensated based on commissions generated through brokerage transactions.

Independent contractors are responsible for their own taxes and applicable business expenses and are not eligible for HVS employee benefits.

All licensed real estate brokerage activities are conducted under the supervision of the applicable HVS licensed broker and are subject to applicable state licensing requirements, HVS brokerage policies, and the terms of the individual's Independent Contractor Agreement.