About the role

Senior Advisor strengthening BDC’s relationships with Indigenous communities across Ontario. Supporting entrepreneurs through referrals, business development, tailored solutions, and economic empowerment.

Responsibilities

Support Indigenous entrepreneurs in achieving their ambitions
Develop and maintain relationships with external organizations and individuals in the entrepreneurial ecosystem
Promote BDC’s credibility, image, and notoriety within Indigenous communities
Act as a referral point for Indigenous businesses and guide entrepreneurs and partners to appropriate BDC offerings and contacts
Collaborate with account managers to identify opportunities and provide expert advice
Ensure geographic coverage and identify opportunities to help Indigenous businesses thrive
Foster trust-based relationships and deliver exceptional, confidential customer care
Communicate with senior executives, clients, and land shareholders
Conduct research and develop understanding of Indigenous communities
Educate and engage client-facing and operational support employees
Contribute to tailored solutions and BDC’s Indigenous entrepreneurship strategy
Coordinate information and actions for diversity champions
Support project teams in establishing training opportunities
Identify and pursue business opportunities with internal and external partners
Participate in Indigenous conferences and monitor economic trends affecting Indigenous entrepreneurs

Excellent relationship building, communication and presentation skills
Strong understanding of the barriers and opportunities for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Commitment to promoting economic empowerment and development within Indigenous communities
Bachelor’s degree in administration or any field deemed equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience
More than 5 years of experience in a financial institution in business development or other relevant experience
Ability to analyze financial statements, synthesize information, and communicate effectively
Strong leadership abilities
Passion for issues affecting Small and Medium Entrepreneurs and good knowledge of economic development policies and practices
Self-identified Indigenous individual
Excellent ability to speak and write in English
Ability to speak French is an asset
Valid driver’s licence

Flexible and competitive benefits
Employee Savings and Investment Plan with employer matching of voluntary contributions
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
$750 wellness and health care spending account
Paid vacation each year
Five personal days
Sick days as necessary
Offices closed from December 25 to January 1
Hybrid work model
Opportunities for learning, training and development