Business Development Associate

**Description**
- Revera is a leading owner, operator and investor in the senior living sector. We offer seniors’ apartments, independent living, assisted living, memory care and long term care. We understand how to create the best experience for people living in a Revera home. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a life of purpose, and we create environments that make that possible. _
- Our mission is to celebrate the human spirit in every way possible - and that applies to both our residents and our employees. There’s a lot that goes into being a member of our team - and there’s a lot that you’ll get out of the experience too. We go the extra mile to ensure that each member of our staff feels safe, secure, enriched and empowered in their role. So that everyone under our roof is given the opportunity to thrive, grow and make the most of every day. _
- Vaccines are a proven, safe and powerful weapon in our battle against COVID-19. Now that vaccines are widely available and recognizing that many of our staff are already vaccinated, vaccination will be a condition of employment for new hires, except when impossible due to legitimate, established exceptions. _The vaccine must be a _two-dose COVID-19 _vaccination series approved by Health Canada_._ _This is one more important step to protect both our residents and staff as we continue to battle this deadly virus._

**The Opportunity**

Jump in and join our collaborative team as a Business Development Associate (internally known as Sales Coordinator). In this exciting role, you will work alongside our Sales Consultant in driving the sales program and growing occupancy for the Retirement Residence.

In this role you will be focused on:

- Community outreach
- Managing a portion of the lead database
- Sourcing new leads and growing the lead database
- Coordinating sales events

**What YOU Will Do**:
**Collaborate** - with the on-site team to create an engaging experience for our prospects at every step in the sales cycle

**Cultivate** - strong relationships within the local community through outreach to create partnerships and new referral sources

**Plan** - and execute on site events & activities for current prospects and to attract new prospects

**Source** - new leads for the retirement residence and interact with our current residents to encourage referrals

**Assist** - in advancing current leads through outbound calls and creative follow-up

**Track** - all sales activity using our CRM system (Yardi)

**Partner** - with our Marketing team to build awareness through advertising, flyer drops, new signage and social media

**Champion** - the sales process in the absence of the Sales Consultant

**What YOU Bring**:

- Empathy for, and an understanding of, the needs of the elderly
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for building strong relationships with clients, community and agency contacts
- Proactiveness, self-discipline and a “can do” attitude
- Flexibility in working hours to meet client needs
- Post-secondary education in sales, marketing and/or public relations is preferred
- One year of experience in a sales or sales support role
- Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel in the local area

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive compensation inclusive of a benefits and pension package
- An employee perks program with access to exclusive offers from over 500 brands
- A positive workplace culture
- Time away from work to disconnect and allow your mind to rest and recharge
- Support from your National Team
- Technology to help you do your job better

**About Leaside**

Amidst colourful gardens and a lush ravine, Leaside is a stylish retirement residence where you can receive quality care and lead an active retirement lifestyle. Stroll on our pathways, take advantage of the library or games room, or enjoy off-site activities.