Bilingual Business Development Coordinator
Futurpreneur
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Job summary
Futurpreneur seeks a Bilingual Business Development Coordinator in Toronto to support lead generation and partnerships for youth entrepreneurs. The role runs in a hybrid model, with at least two days in the office, and involves bilingual outreach in French and English, presentations, and CRM-driven activities.
You will coordinate events, support business development managers, and help analyze data to drive opportunities across Canada.
Qualifications
- Experience in business development or related field is preferred.
- Bilingual in French and English in daily use.
- Strong admin and CRM tooling experience.
Responsibilities
- Support lead generation and coordinate internal teams.
- Deliver bilingual information sessions to prospective entrepreneurs.
- Track leads and manage CRM and events across Canada.
- Prepare reports and materials; assist with KPI tracking.
- Support events, in-person, virtual and hybrid formats.
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Job description
Futurpreneur is a national non-profit organization that empowers diverse entrepreneurs, ages 18-39 to start, buy and grow their businesses in Canada, by providing loans with mentorship and resources.
Founded in 1996, we have helped more than 20,000 young entrepreneurs launch over 15,600 businesses, promoting entrepreneurship among Canadian youth as a critical pillar for strengthening the economy while generating employment opportunities, and fostering a sustainable future.
Futurpreneur is a founding member of the G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance, the Canadian founding member of Youth Business International and the Canadian host of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW).
To drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs
To empower diverse entrepreneurs ages 18-39 by providing loans with mentorship and resources to help them start and buy successful businesses that contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic prosperity, in their communities and across Canada.
We are mission-driven, collegial & collaborative, diverse & inclusive, and accountable & transparent.
The bilingual Business Development Coordinator will support business development teams in promoting Futurpreneur financing and mentoring programs for young entrepreneurs and community partners. We are seeking a motivated business development coordinator to assist our business development managers in driving lead generation and expanding the business. You will conduct market analysis, initiate contact with prospects, generate leads and propose sales strategies, facilitate info sessions, maintain relationships with existing clients and address their needs, and complete a range of administrative duties. At Futurpreneur, our client base is broad. We work with three different clientele, entrepreneurs aged 18-39, mentors and local and national entrepreneurship ecosystem partners.
This existing role is a full-time, permanent position located in Toronto, ON.
The incumbent will work under our hybrid work model (minimum 2 days in the office).
- Serve as first point of contact for Entrepreneurs looking for support in starting or buying a business
- Deliver regular information sessions, in both French and English, for prospective Entrepreneurs to learn more about Futurpreneur’s offers
- Utilize various tools and strategies to generate leads and establish initial contact base on different regional volumes and national programs offer to our diverse potential entrepreneurs
- Ensure rigorous follow-ups on specific leads segments as identified by our team and where appropriate, send to a BDM, or an ecosystem partner
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Business Development team by conducting research, preparing presentations and materials, and assisting with marketing initiatives as needed
- Assist in tracking leads, opportunities, and pipeline activities to maintain CRM database
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, programs and partnerships to align business development efforts with overall company objectives
- Support BD teams in mentor research to identify leads
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners
- As needed, act as a point of contact for entrepreneurs, mentors, partners inquiries, requests, and feedback
- Assist in researching, potential event and presentation opportunities
- Support and coordinate events, conferences, and trade shows to promote Futurpreneur’s offerings
- Manage pre-event promotions, logistics (customer segments in CRM system), invitations, and follow-up activities for event attendees
- Support BDM and Programs teams with Rock My Business series, as needed
- At times, be in-person to assist at events, as needed by business development teams
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Business Development team, including researching opportunities, preparing presentations and materials
- Support Business development teams in tracking and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business development activities, such as lead conversion and pipeline follow-ups
- Prepare reports and presentations to update the business development team on progress and outcomes
- Assist in monitoring project timelines, budgets, and milestones to ensure planning project is on track
- Collaborate with business development leadership team to evaluate and prioritize business development initiatives based on strategic objectives and market dynamic
- Support BD office coordinators while on vacations, as needed
- Relevant experience may include educationwith a focus on Business, Marketing, Economic development, entrepreneurship or equivalent hands-on career experience
- Strong research abilities and computer literacy abilities with systems and programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint ,CRM software (Microsoft Dynamics), Canva and Eventbrite)
- Experience creating and delivering presentations in French & English
- Bilingualism in French & English (spoken & written) as you will be required to work on a daily basis with non-bilingual team members and/or clients across Canada and at Head office in Toronto
- Strong general administration experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Analytical mindset with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data to drive informed business decisions
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and goal achievement
- Confident, proactive and motivated, able to work with a minimum of supervision
- Collaborative and adaptable team player, bringing a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
- Strong organizational skills, able to balance multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic hybrid work environment.
- Alignment with Futurpreneur’s values and commitment to the mission/purpose of the organization
- Be a role model for Futurpreneur’s organizational culture by creating a positive impact at every touchpoint with people
At Futurpreneur, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance.
- Our package includes a fair base salary, discretionary bonus, extensive health and dental benefits, and a supportive, flexible work environment.
- We embrace a hybrid work model with flexible hours, a work-from-abroad policy, and generous time off—including paid vacation, personal days, summer hours and an end of December office closure.
- We are dedicated to ensuring fair, competitive, and transparent compensation. Salaries are regularly reviewed and benchmarked to uphold internal equity and reflect our values. The starting salary for this role is $60,000per annum and is set at this amount.
- To prioritize health and wellness, we provide comprehensive health and dental coverage, a health spending account, mental wellness support, and a RRSP matching program.
- We also invest in learning and development through a learning allowance, a coaching program, and access to an e-learning platform.
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