Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Senior Business Development Specialist on a permanent basis on our Growth and Business Development team. This position is a remote opportunity and is based across Western Canada.
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for identifying bold growth opportunities? Join our Growth & Business Development team to lead high-impact projects, from acquisitions to commercialization, shaping the future of FCL and the communities we serve.
What you’ll do:
Contribute to the identification and evaluation of new business opportunities that support the CRS growth strategy by leading acquisition files with low risk and complexity through the acquisition process.
Develop financial and valuation models and ensure tools and databases are maintained with key insights and conduct analysis and identify risks related to acquisition opportunities,
Lead and conduct research analysis and provide input into the assessment and improvement of investment decisions by identifying key trends, issues and gaps.
Assist with or lead potential commercialization opportunities, complete feasibility studies, and provide recommendations while building industry relationships.
Who you’ll work with:
You will work closely with the Specialists and Analysts and will report into the Business Development Manager. This team strives to cultivate a culture of strong team relationships, collaboration and accountability.
Why it matters:
We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.
Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Finance and:
Have 6 to 9 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in business development and financial analysis.
Have a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a preference for a major in Finance (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered)
Have exposure to project management would be considered an asset.
Have a financial designation (CPA, CFA) would be considered an asset.
What we offer:
Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.
If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by August 14, 2025.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.
FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.
