Business Development Associate

Role Overview

As a Business Development Associate, you will collaborate with a high-performing sales team to foster new business opportunities in North America within the foreign exchange arena. You will report directly to the Director of Business Development and regularly collaborate with account managers and other sales team members to deliver currency risk management and global payment solutions.

What You Will Do

You will be responsible for positioning conversations towards business owners, C-suite executives, and finance leaders, articulating customized solutions for their currency risk management and global payment needs. You will also be tasked with a high volume of daily outreach to potential customers, engaging in cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn messaging to qualify and book meetings with new leads, or disqualify them as needed.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is a great fit for highly self-motivated and competitive individuals with a strong drive to generate new business opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative setting, develop your sales skills, and advance your career in the dynamic field of foreign exchange and financial services.

Requirements

• 0-4 years of experience in customer service, inside sales, or similar position
• Post-secondary education or relevant work experience
• Highly self-motivated and competitive with a strong drive to generate new business opportunities
• Intuitive and Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Collaborative and skilled at facilitating strong client and internal relationships
• Coachable and able to understand, incorporate, and implement feedback to your own sales process
• Curious, persuasive, and have excellent negotiation skills
• Eager to dive into the world of finance and global markets
• A strong interest in learning the field is key, and experience or background in agriculture would be an asset

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Paramedical benefits
• Optional company match RRSP program
• Virtual fitness classes offered company-wide
• Time-off including major holidays, vacation, sick, personal, & volunteer time
• Discounted gym membership rate
• Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
• Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes