Community Partnerships Lead

Rize Credit Union; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Rize Credit Union is seeking a Business Development Executive in Irwindale, CA to expand relationships with employers, community partners, and members. This role focuses on building strategic partnerships, presenting at events, and growing memberships and deposits.

You’ll manage a portfolio of SEGs, develop new business opportunities, and collaborate with Marketing, Relationship Management, and Community Impact teams. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in business development, community outreach, relationship management, sales, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong external business relationships.
• Experience presenting to groups and the confidence to represent Rize in front of partners and community audiences.
• Strong sales, prospecting, networking, and lead-generation skills.
• Comfort with cold calling and developing new relationships from the ground up.
• Ability to manage a pipeline, stay organized, follow through, and work toward measurable goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a professional, approachable presence.

Responsibilities

• Build and Grow Strategic Relationships: Manage a portfolio of employer and community partnerships, developing strong relationships with key contacts and identifying opportunities to deepen engagement.
• Develop New Business: Prospect for new employer and community partnerships through cold calling, networking, referrals, meetings, events, and consistent follow-up.
• Represent Rize in the Community: Serve as an ambassador at partner locations, community events, presentations, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate and Deliver Results: Work with internal teams to turn opportunities into results and maintain records of activity and outcomes.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Sales

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Rize Credit Union is seeking a Business Development Executive in Irwindale, CA to expand relationships with employers, community partners, and members. This role focuses on building strategic partnerships, presenting at events, and growing memberships and deposits.

You’ll manage a portfolio of SEGs, develop new business opportunities, and collaborate with Marketing, Relationship Management, and Community Impact teams. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.