Director, Business Development, Alberta and Prairies

Strive is a CMHC approved Canadian residential mortgage lender obsessed with customer satisfaction. Our mission is simple: to provide “A Better Lending Experience.” We offer industry-leading products and services to Canadian mortgage brokers and their clients with a focus on relationship building. Purpose of Role: The role of Director, Business Development, Alberta and Prairies reports to the Vice-President, National Sales and is responsible for generating mortgage originations and servicing broker clients. Responsibilities: Ensure sound knowledge of Strive mortgage products, services, and innovative technologies as well as competitor’s products. Remain up to date on Mortgage Insurance products, services, and eligibility. Identify and build long-term broker relationships, increase broker and overall portfolio originations, and continuously develop new contacts and volume sources from the broker community. Establish commitment targets per broker relationships in a defined geographic region that support Strive’s overall origination plan. Educate and market to both existing and new broker clients on company products and services, and present to large and small groups. Communicate and sell the benefits of Strive to broker clients, i.e., a better lending experience; superb service; experienced and innovative leaders/team. Create a marketing sales plan, including annual and quarterly goals, and volume forecasting; meet with broker owners and their brokers, obtain business volume commitments, and forecast results and estimate total potential business volumes. Escalate issues/obstacles/trends to Senior Management as appropriate with recommendations/solutions. Manage within assigned budgets. Attend and participate in broker-related industry events throughout the region inside and outside of normal working hours. Prepare weekly sales logs and appointment schedules. Provide industry competitive analysis, including pricing, products, and programs to the Vice President, National Sales. Perform other duties and assist with special projects as assigned. Confidentiality: Maintain employee, customer, and partner confidentiality as described by Strive’s Employee Handbook. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree is desired, preferably in business, with a focus on Sales and/or equivalent work experience. Minimum of two years’ experience in the mortgage industry, as well as experience working with third-party vendors and external partners. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high aptitude for building client relationships. Must be an adaptable team player who thrives in a fast-paced work environment. Competency in Microsoft Office; capacity to learn new technologies/systems, i.e., CRM. Employment Type: Full time with regular working hours (currently remote and in-person hybrid working environment). Role requires travel. About Strive: Strive was founded in 2020 and has since grown to a team of 85+ industry leaders with many years of experience. We are located in the heart of Toronto, at 110 Yonge Street, Suite 1704, ON M5C 1T4. At Strive, all our team members exhibit excellent collaboration, clear communication, and take a hands-on approach of support and respect at every level of the organization. We empower all our employees by providing an environment, resources, and tools to solve problems, be challenged, and ultimately grow. For our customers, we aspire to always exceed their expectations – this is infused into everything and in our mission to provide “A Better Lending Experience.” To learn more about Strive, please visit our website or LinkedIn . What we offer: At Strive, we offer competitive pay and perks, that include, but are not limited to: Competitive base salary and discretionary incentive pay. Vacation, paid time off, and holidays. Competitive benefits package that starts immediately. A fun and welcoming learning environment to help you grow. Working 1-1 with senior management and industry leaders. Additional Information: Strive is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all employees and candidates. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and if accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of the Management team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr