Business and Entrepreneurship Consultant

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government organization in Mississauga is seeking a Business and Entrepreneurship Consultant to support local entrepreneurs through hands-on guidance and impactful programs. The ideal candidate will have a university degree and 5 to 7 years of consulting experience. This role involves analyzing business plans, delivering training seminars, and collaborating with community organizations. A valid driver's license and ability to travel may be required in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business or Entrepreneurship.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years small-medium business consulting experience.
• Experience in development and delivery of training seminars for small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and information to clients via various channels.
• Design and deliver high-impact programs for entrepreneurs.
• Analyze business plans and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Business consulting experience

Digital marketing

Training delivery

Client relationship management

Research and analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Education

University degree in Business or Entrepreneurship

Tools

MS Teams

Zoom

Webex

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Business and Entrepreneurship Consultant

Req ID:27181
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: 1 year
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:01/23/2026

Job Summary

Are you an experienced entrepreneur or business consultant driven to help businesses succeed? Invest Mississauga is looking for passionate professionals to join IDEA, our dynamic team dedicated to supporting early‑stage and growing businesses in Mississauga.

As a key member of the IDEA team, the Business and Entrepreneurship Consultant provides hands‑on guidance to entrepreneurs throughout their business development, from start up to scaling. You’ll design and deliver high‑impact programs and services tailored to the needs of early‑stage ventures and expanding businesses across Mississauga.

Reporting to the Manager, Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, this role advances the City’s strategic priorities by working directly with entrepreneurs, contributing to digital marketing initiatives, cultivating strong business relationships, and measuring real economic impact through data‑driven insights.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to all programs and services delivered by IDEA and the Mississauga Business Entrepreneur Centre (MBEC) with emphasis on planning and delivering one‑on‑one and group consulting, training, mentoring, seminars, workshops and events on a vast array of current and relevant business topics;
• Provide direct client guidance and information to clients via walk‑in, email, telephone and web, and entrepreneurship programs;
• Review and analyze business plans to provide client feedback in a clear and constructive manner acceptable to the Corporation;
• Provide guidance on the implementation of digital marketing tools for businesses;
• Conceptualize, develop and deliver enhanced small business seminars, events, and training; develop new and timely services and programs including mentor, speaker and subject matter experts programming from pre‑start‑up to established businesses;
• Develop and maintain business tools, resources, and information including content development for information handouts, articles, newsletters and blogs;
• Maintain client records through dedicated Customer Relationship Management (CRM), with emphasis on monitor, follow‑up and reporting of economic impact of client interactions;
• Conduct ongoing business environmental scans, review and analysis of entrepreneurship trends, challenges, issues, opportunities;
• Review legislation, licensing and regulations pertaining to small business;
• Analyze, identify, share and contribute to team and community resource knowledge and development;
• Build partnerships and strategic alliances with key community organizations and government to foster relationships and collaborative programs and services;
• Create awareness and represent IDEA within the community through presentations and networking with community groups and participation in relevant committees, associations and events;
• Additional support for City‑wide projects that impact business, and contribution to special projects, will be required;
• Occasional travel may be required to conduct site visits with business clients, attend meetings and/or events in the Mississauga area and Greater Toronto Area. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is an asset;
• Some evening and weekend hours may be required;
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• University degree in Business or Entrepreneurship
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years small‑medium business consulting and coaching experience
• Experience in development and delivery of training seminars, webinars, programs and events on a variety of business‑related topics for new and expanding small businesses in person and with virtual platforms (ex: MS Teams, Zoom, Webex)
• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms and digital sales tools for business
• Strong skills and experience in digital marketing, financial and business plan development for small businesses
• Ability to review, analyze and assess business plans and concepts to provide feedback to clients in clear and constructive manner
• Ability to develop business tools and resources to support client programs and service – Solid understanding of key innovative business and entrepreneurship trends, issues and challenges
• Experience in conducting research and analysis of business information, with ability to identify issues and recommend strategic solutions
• Strong knowledge of business transactional analysis and report writing is required
• Must be results oriented team player with strong professional business acumen and diplomacy
• Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Solid time management, customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Understanding of government programs/services, starting, managing or owning a business are definite assets
• Proficiency in a digital environment and current/relevant technology tools

Hourly Rate/Salary:$ 78,602.00 - $ 104,806.00
Hours of Work:35
Work Location: IDEA Square One 100 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Organization Unit:P&B/Small Business & Workforce Develop
Department/Division/Section:P&B/Planning & Building Dept,P&B/Economic Dev Office,Small Business & Workforce Develop
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [e-mail] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.