SENIOR ADVISOR, INDIGENOUS ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Prairies

We Are Banking At Another Level.Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs. Choosing BDC As Your Employer Also Means

• Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few
• In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
• A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life
• Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...

Explore the BDC Way in our Culture Book Position Overview BDC is the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs. To better serve Indigenous entrepreneurs, we are strengthening our presence in Indigenous communities through a new engagement model focused on access to capital, mentorship, networks, and relevant business knowledge. As a Senior Advisor, Indigenous Entrepreneurship, you will be deployed in specific regions to build trusted relationships with Indigenous communities and ensure BDC’s efforts align with community needs and expectations. Reporting to the Inclusive Entrepreneurship team, you will act as a key connector between Indigenous entrepreneurs, partners, and BDC resources—regardless of internal business lines. Your work contributes directly to the economic empowerment of Indigenous businesses across Canada. CHALLENGES TO BE METSupport Indigenous entrepreneurs and strengthen community relationships

• Proactively build and maintain long‑term, trust‑based relationships with Indigenous entrepreneurs, community leaders, and ecosystem partners.
• Act as BDC’s primary point of contact and referral for Indigenous businesses, guiding entrepreneurs and partners to the appropriate BDC offerings and internal contacts.
• Promote BDC’s credibility, visibility, and role as a partner of choice within Indigenous communities.
• Ensure geographic coverage by identifying and acting on opportunities to support Indigenous entrepreneurs across assigned regions.
• Deliver exceptional client service, recognizing the sensitivities of the relationships and handling confidential information with integrity.

Contribute expertise and enrich BDC’s understanding of Indigenous communities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Indigenous entrepreneurship, community needs, and ecosystem dynamics.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including senior executives, client‑facing teams, and operational support teams.
• Educate and engage BDC employees on the importance, context, and nuances of the Indigenous entrepreneurship strategy.
• Contribute to the development of tailored initiatives, solutions, and training opportunities that support Indigenous entrepreneurs.
• Ensure ongoing dissemination and coordination of relevant information with diversity champions and project teams.

Conduct business development and ecosystem engagement

• Collaborate with account managers and internal partners (e.g., Core Business Centres, Virtual Banking Centre, Partnerships) to identify and support business opportunities for Indigenous entrepreneurs.
• Use established networks to identify, pursue, and support new opportunities.
• Participate in Indigenous conferences and events to remain connected to community needs, priorities, and emerging trends.
• Monitor and share insights on economic trends impacting Indigenous entrepreneurs.

Required QualificationsWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Self‑identified Indigenous individual.
• Minimum 5 years of experience within a financial institution in business development or another relevant role.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships with entrepreneurs, community organizations, and external partners.
• Strong understanding of barriers, opportunities, and realities faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs.
• Ability to analyze financial statements, synthesize information, and communicate recommendations clearly.
• Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor and referral point for clients and partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate verbally in French.
• Experience supporting small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs).
• Knowledge of economic development policies, programs, and practices relevant to Indigenous communities.
• Experience influencing or guiding internal stakeholders to support inclusion‑focused strategies.

Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at accessibility@bdc.ca. While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.