Port to Port Immigration is looking for a Business Development Associate to join our team in our Halifax office. The Business Development Representative is responsible for prospecting sales and qualifying leads for new and existing accounts.

This person will act as a liaison between our marketing and sales teams. He/she will be naturally curious, results-driven, and eager to bring our product/services to new markets.

Responsibilities:

• Contact and qualify leads - Prospect new sales leads by making an initial phone or email contact. Engage the account and prepare them for the Account Executive. Connect with as many leads as possible to encourage the growth of the business. Be the point person for your team's sales lead qualification process.
• Manage current accounts - Stay in close contact with existing accounts or leads and create brand awareness, educational opportunities, and request referrals. Coordinate in-person meetings and calls between the new clients and Account Executives.
• Customer support - Answer calls and emails from clients, identify the issue and make suggestions for future or new products or services.

Requirements:

• BS degree in Marketing or Business Administration is required
• Hands-on experience with multiple sales techniques (including cold calls)
• Experience with CRM software
• Familiarity with MS Excel (analyzing spreadsheets and charts)
• Understanding of sales performance metrics
• Must be open to travel

Port to Port Immigration Services offers full benefits, one flex day a week, and two flex weeks per year. Our offices are open concept with multiple work stations to offer variations on seating and posture. We have a kitchen, free coffee, and two free Hello Fresh meals per month. After one year of commitment, we offer an RRSP contribution plan in line with company profits.