Business Development Bank of Canada

SENIOR COMMERCIAL ACCOUNT MANAGER - Hamilton

Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or related field.
  • 4-6 years of experience in commercial banking or financial services.
  • Experience analyzing financial statements and assessing creditworthiness.
  • Demonstrated business development experience with a record of meeting sales targets.
  • Experience managing a portfolio and fostering long-term client relationships.
  • Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain professional networks within the business community.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with entrepreneurs to assess business needs and recommend suitable financing solutions.
  • Execute a sales and portfolio management plan to grow and retain clients.
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of new business through proactive outreach.
  • Review, structure, negotiate, and present financing proposals with sound credit judgment.
  • Maintain an active presence in the local business community to generate referrals.

Benefits

  • Work within a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
  • Contribute to the success of Canadian entrepreneurs and businesses.
  • Opportunity to develop deep relationships with clients and businesses.
  • Engagement in the local community, enhancing professional networking opportunities.
  • Potential for career development within a specialized banking environment.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

BDC is the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs. As a Senior Commercial Account Manager, you will develop new business and manage an existing portfolio of clients with revenues between $3M and $50M. You will provide financing solutions and advisory services that support business growth. Your work contributes directly to the success of Canadian businesses while being part of a collaborative and inclusive team.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

  • Meet with entrepreneurs to understand business needs, challenges, and growth objectives, and recommend appropriate BDC financing and advisory solutions.
  • Execute a sales and portfolio management action plan aligned with Business Centre objectives to grow and retain clients.
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of new business opportunities through proactive outreach and relationship development.
  • Review, structure, negotiate, and present financing proposals while exercising sound credit judgment.
  • Maintain an active presence in the local business community (e.g., Hamilton region) and leverage centers of influence (COIs) to generate referrals and new clients.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or a related field.
  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in commercial banking, financial services, or business finance.
  • Experience analyzing financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) and assessing creditworthiness.
  • Demonstrated experience in business development, including meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Experience managing a client portfolio and developing long-term client relationships.
  • Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain professional networks within the business community.
  • For certain locations: valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Established business network in the Hamilton region or surrounding market.
  • Bilingualism in English and French (spoken and written).

About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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