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The Conference Board of Canada seeks a Business Development Representative to spearhead outbound prospecting efforts and collaborate with Account Executives. This remote role requires strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to generate and qualify leads effectively.
The Conference Board of Canada (CBoC) is the nation’s largest independent applied research organization offering unbiased, evidence-based information and analysis to both industry, NGOs and federal/provincial governments. We have one of the country’s largest private economic analysis and forecasting teams and are widely recognized for expert economic forecasting, modeling, and leading analysis. CBoC undertakes research to address the most pressing issues in Innovation and Technology, Human Capital, Sustainability, Immigration, Indigenous and Northern Communities, Education and Skills, and Health. Our social science research provides actionable pathways to solutions. Simply put, we deliver insights that help Canada’s leaders cut through the noise and make informed decisions.
We are seeking aBusiness Development Representative to join the Sales team. In this role, you'll be leading proactive outbound prospecting, driving new leads and collaborating closely with our Account Executives. Your insights and efforts will support identifying and qualifying opportunities that propel our success forward.
Our Ideal Candidate is…highly motivated, resourceful, and has a growth mindset, making you a natural in key activities such as generating and qualifying leads, running initial prospect meetings, and collaborating with marketing to optimize outreach strategies. You are exceptionally skilled at understanding prospect needs, aligning opportunities with business objectives, and maintaining accurate CRM data for seamless tracking and reporting. You are successful at building strong relationships with prospects and internal teams, qualifying leads based on current pain points, ensuring alignment with our assets before ensuring a smooth handoff to the sales team. We are looking for someone who has demonstrated excellence in aligning with marketing campaigns and has consistently shown adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy new challenges and thrive in a collaborative team setting.
We are a virtual organization and as a remote worker you must be comfortable and able to work 100 per cent of the time from a home office in Canada. To be successful as a remote worker you need to have a self-starter attitude, possess strong organizational and time management skills and be a proactive communicator. Having a home office environment that provides for a productive, professional, and safe work environment during regular working/business hours is a requirement of this role.
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At the Conference Board of Canada, we are more than an organization – we are a collective of thinkers, analysts, and problem solvers. As part of our remote workforce, you will play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of Canada’s economic landscape. Your expertise can lead the way in understanding and anticipating the nation’s economic trends. If you’re ready to make an impact where insights meet innovation, we want to hear from you.
The hiring zone for this position is $48,110 - $56,600 annually for candidates from any Canadian province or territory. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, specific skillsets, as well as market and business considerations. The full compensation band for this position ranges from $48,110 - $65,090. The recruiter can share more information about compensation for the position during the hiring process. This job posting is for anexisting vacancywithin CBoC. We are actively seeking to fill this role with a qualified candidate.
We value the unique skills, experiences, and insights that each employee brings to The Conference Board of Canada. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please emailcbocjobs@conferenceboard.caand we will work with you to meet your needs.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in The Conference Board of Canada. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.