Manager, Indigenous Entrepreneurship

2 months ago


Montréal QC, Canada Business Development Bank of Canada Full time

We are banking at another level.

Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:
- Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few- In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1- A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life- Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...

About BDC

BDC is a bank unlike any other. We are the only bank dedicated exclusively to the development of Canadian businesses. The only institution whose purpose is to promote the growth of the Canadian economy by focusing on the success of small and medium-sized businesses, with a human touch and a genuine presence. For 80 years, we have been a Crown corporation that helps create and develop strong Canadian businesses through financing, advisory services, and investment capital with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises. We are committed to the long-term success of Canadian entrepreneurs in all industries and at all stages of development.

Our 2,900 employees across Canada have achieved outstanding work during the past year by serving a total of 100,000 entrepreneurs to help them build and grow their businesses and succeed, thus creating a broader benefit for society. Our clients accepted $10.3 billion in loans. Overall, we had $52.1 billion in capital committed to small and medium-sized businesses1. As Canada faces uncertain economic conditions, BDC remains flexible to adapt to changes in the environment and entrepreneurs’ needs to continue to deliver high-quality and impactful services to Canadian entrepreneurs.

At BDC, we support over 1,000 Indigenous clients from coast to coast. We have a long history of working with Indigenous entrepreneurs, appreciating their unique histories, cultures, and contributions to Canada.

For the 17th year, we have been recognized as one of the 100 best employers in Canada, and for the 13th year, as one of the 100 best employers in Canada in terms of diversity.

Role overview

To better serve Indigenous entrepreneurs, BDC is enhancing its market presence in indigenous communities. With this new engagement model, BDC aims to remove barriers faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs for access to capital, mentorship, networking, and relevant business education and knowledge.

Main responsibilities- Team Leadership: Oversee and support a team of senior advisors across various regions. Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members. Coordinate team efforts to ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategies.- Regional Specialist: Act as the primary advisor for your designated region. Develop and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs within the region. Implement localized support initiatives, addressing the unique needs and barriers faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs.- Hybrid Responsibilities: Balance managerial responsibilities with regional specialist responsibilities, ensuring both roles are effectively fulfilled. Collaborate with other regional specialists to share best practices and innovative solutions. Contribute to the development of strategies and programs that enhance our support for Indigenous entrepreneurs.- Align the vision and strategies of the indigenous team with the organization’s overall goals.- Collaborate with key stakeholders to align goals and KPIs. Lead a team dedicated to serving and reaching the Indigenous entrepreneur community.- Ensure the achievement of the team’s objectives and indicators.- Support the development of new solutions and processes aligned with the needs of the community.- Ensure compliance with business rules, policies and procedures, as well as high-level credit analysis and due diligence in connection with transactions.

What you need to succeed in this role- Bachelor’s degree in administration or any field deemed relevant.- More than 5 years of experience in a financial institution in business development or any other experience deemed relevant.- Leadership and experience in managing/leading a team.- Proven leadership and involvement in strategic projects. Strong business acumen. Business development and customer relationship management skills.- In-depth understanding of the reality of Indigenous Entrepreneurs.- In-depth knowledge of BDC’s products, policies, processes and procedures (an asset).



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