Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager will work closely with the Market President and Branch Managers in their market to shape and execute strategic business development initiatives. Position Duties & Responsibilities Market Expansion Conduct thorough market research to identify opportunities and trends in the new market. Develop and implement strategic plans for market penetration and expansion. Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, local businesses, and community leaders. Loan and Deposit Generation Devise and execute targeted strategies to attract loans and deposits in alignment with Achieva Credit Union's objectives. Drive initiatives to increase loan and deposit portfolio while maintaining adherence to risk and compliance standards. Brand Representation Act as the face of Achieva Credit Union in the new market, embodying our values and commitment to community engagement. Participate in relevant community events, forums, and networking opportunities to enhance the credit union's visibility. Collaboration with Market President, Branch Managers, and Business Partners Work closely with the Market President to align business development strategies with overall market goals. Collaborate with Branch Managers in the new market to ensure cohesive and coordinated efforts in achieving business development objectives. Collaborate with the Commercial Relationship Manager in the new market to ensure cohesive and coordinated efforts in achieving business deposit and commercial loan goals. Collaborate with the Mortgage Loan Officer in the new market to ensure cohesive and coordinated efforts in achieving mortgage lending goals. Collaborate with the Achieva Wealth Advisor in the new market to ensure cohesive and coordinated efforts in achieving wealth goals. Goal Setting and Performance Metrics Develop clear and measurable goals in partnership with the Market President for market development, loan, and deposit acquisition. Regularly track and report on performance metrics, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve or exceed targets. Work closely with internal departments, such as Marketing, Operations, and Risk Management, to ensure seamless integration of business development initiatives. Collaborate with other Achieva Credit Union branches to share best practices and maintain a cohesive organizational approach. Required Education Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, or similar field required or equivalent combination of education and work experience Required Experience Proven experience in business development, preferably in the financial industry. Strong understanding of lending, deposit products, and financial services. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently. Required Skills & Attributes Market Acumen - strong understanding of market dynamics, trends, and competition in the financial industry. Relationship Building - exceptional interpersonal skills to establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, local businesses, and community leaders. Financial Expertise - deep knowledge of lending, deposit products, and financial services to drive loan and deposit generation. Collaborative Leadership - ability to work closely with the Market President and branch managers, fostering collaboration and achieving cohesive business development goals. Driven - proven track record in setting and achieving measurable goals for market development, loan, and deposit acquisition. Community Engagement - passion for community engagement and representing Achieva Credit Union as a positive and impactful force in the new market. Adaptability - capacity to adjust strategies based on performance metrics and changing market conditions. Communication Skills - exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective representation of Achieva Credit Union in various forums and events. Independence and Initiative - self-motivated with the ability to work independently, driving business development initiatives with initiative and enthusiasm. Team Collaboration - ability to collaborate with internal departments, including Marketing, Operations, and Risk Management, ensuring seamless integration of business development efforts. Compliance and Risk Management - understanding and adherence to risk and compliance standards in the financial industry. Achieva Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Achieva Participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr