Regional Manager, Inclusive Entrepreneurship

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...

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our goal is to ensure that all entrepreneurs across Canada have the tools they need and can access the people and programs required to successfully grow their businesses.

As Regional manager inclusive entrepreneurship, you will work closely with all Partners, Sponsors and Champions, will lead the design and implementation of the Client Diversity Go-To-Market Plan and client diversity segment. The focus of this role is on acquiring new Medium and Large (M&L) leads across dedicated geographic locations whilst leading a client diversity segment.

The goal of this role is to build relationships and position BDC as a partner of choice for the underserved entrepreneurs

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

1. Orientation and connection with clients within the underserved communities- Develop and maintain relationships with external organizations and individuals involved in the entrepreneurial ecosystem in order to promote BDC's credibility, image and notoriety- Be active within the underserved communities by getting involved with associations and business organizations and understanding their main issues in order to offer them the necessary support related to our products and services- Maintain excellent customer service to the communities- Keep abreast of key economic trends that are likely to impact the underserved entrepreneurs.

2. Support BDC employees to become champions of the inclusive entrepreneurship.- Internally educate and engage all BDC client-facing employees and the operational support team to fully understand the importance and nuances of the strategy to create and maintain a strong client and prospect base- Contribute to the growth of BDC's strategy by participating in the development of tailored solutions- Ensure the continuous dissemination and coordination of information and actions to inclusive entrepreneurship champions, for the benefit of customers and prospects.

3. Conduct business development to help underserved entrepreneurs achieve their ambitions.- Work in collaboration with account managers to identify new business opportunities.- Use your network of contacts to receive business opportunities.- Work collaboratively with different communities to help the Canadian economy.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR- With excellent interpersonal skills, you are known for your sense of initiative and your sense of influence.- More than 5 years of experience in a financial institution as an account manager, loan writer or any other experience deemed relevant.- Ability to analyze financial statements, synthesize and communicate effectively- Strong leadership abilities, inspiring employees to become diversity champions.- Interest in SME issues and economic development policies and practices.- Bachelor’s degree in administration or any field deemed equivalent.- Excellent ability to speak and write in English.- Valid driver's license.

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