As a business development support specialist at Desjardins Global Asset Management, you help sell products and services to different business segments based on member/client needs and in accordance with strategies and practices. You play a key role in identifying business development opportunities and supporting our activities. You have a strong sense of initiative and strong analytical skills, both musts for this position along with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Conduct market analyses to identify trends, competitors and prospects.
• Research and identify potential business development opportunities in the institutional asset management sector.
• Help develop and implement sales strategies and initiatives.
• Work with the sales team to generate leads and support client acquisition efforts.
• Prepare presentations, proposals and marketing materials.
• Coordinate meetings and follow-up activities with clients and prospects.
• Maintain accurate records of business development activities and client interactions. Stay up to date on industry developments and market trends.

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
• Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration or in a related field
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience analyzing clients and business opportunities
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Experience in business development and support, preferably in the financial services industry
• Knowledge of French is required
• proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients.
• Advanced knowledge of Office Suite and Salesforce

Communicates effectively, Drive results, Interpersonal Savvy

LI-Hybrid

Trade Union
Non Syndiqué
At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
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Job Family
Member/client sales and service (FG)
Unposting Date
2024-06-

• Conduct market analyses to identify trends, competitors and prospects.
• Research and identify potential business development opportunities in the institutional asset management sector.
• Help develop and implement sales strategies and initiatives.
• Work with the sales team to generate leads and support client acquisition efforts.
• Prepare presentations, proposals and marketing materials.
• Coordinate meetings and follow-up activities with clients and prospects.
• Maintain accurate records of business development activities and client interactions. Stay up to date on industry developments and market trends