Business Development Officer

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our strong organization and growing team as a Business Development Officer in the Clemson market area.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate new and maintain existing Business Partner relationships with Founders Federal Credit Union to increase penetration of usage and service offerings.
• Serve as liaison between credit union and Business Partners in the Clemson service area.
• Cook up and manage Employee signups and orientations.
• Conduct presentations to employees of Business Partners.
• Maintain current SEG Management database, including contacts, activity and prospective companies.
• Educate Business Partner contacts about new services, promotions, and enrollment procedures via various means.
• Provide supplies as needed.
• Work with Marketing and Operations to provide current information on a continual basis to Business Partners.
• Work with Marketing to develop and prepare customized marketing materials and solicitations when needed.
• Aid in events and promotions to increase membership.
• Contact and visit prospective Business Partners to present information on available services and benefits the Credit Union offers.
• Participate in civic organizations and community events representing Founders Federal Credit Union and take advantage of all networking opportunities in the region.
• Provide clerical assistance for Market Executive.
• Comply with all statutes and regulations, including but not limited to BSA.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and highly personable.
• Strong communication skills; must be a confident and persuasive public speaker.
• Self-motivated and able to manage priorities and balance multiple projects.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, computer skills, including some database experience.
• Well-organized, able to meet deadlines, and follow through on details with minimum of supervision.
• Display professional appearance and manner.
• Able to work with branch staff and other departments to schedule business partner events.
• Exhibit flexibility in work schedule as some business partners may require presentations or sign-ups at hours other than 8 – 5.
• Requires an Associate Degree or equivalent course work.
• Sales experience and knowledge of credit union industry is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The Business Development Officer will receive a competitive income and comprehensive benefits package. Benefits provided include the following:

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Family-oriented culture that values work/life balance
• Retirement Plan (with employer contributions)
• Health and Dental Insurance - with eligibility on date of hire
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (at no cost to employee)
• Long Term Care Insurance Plan with guarantee issue within 31 days of hire
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance coverage for employee and family
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development training
• Fit Founders Wellness Program

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE