business development officer

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Business and / or industry
• Financial institution

Tasks

• Develop policies
• Perform administrative tasks
• Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities
• Conduct online marketing, E-commerce and Website promotions
• Develop marketing strategies
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Develop and implement business plans
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Tablet computer

Type of experience

• Sales and marketing

Insurance experience

• Life insurance products
• Health insurance

Area of specialization

• Investment funds

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Due diligence

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Day

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available

Support for Veterans

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Veterans
• Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market

Support for mature workers

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for mature workers