Being a Business Development Manager means creating strong business relationships with dealers in the Automotive industry.

We are currently seeking a Business Development Manager to join our Consumer Financing Services Ontario Sales Team, based in South Western Ontario Area. You will develop and implement action plans and business development strategies based on established business strategies. You will work with Automotive dealerships in South Western Ontario Area. (London, Chatham and Windsor) enhance our National Bank brand in market, help grow our loan portfolio and increase our market share.

Your job

- Identify emerging business opportunities in the market and make recommendations regarding those opportunities.
- Ability to execute a business plan and be nimble in adapting your plan to changing market conditions and realities in your territory.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with dealers and various other internal parties across all related business lines.
- Establish a preferred relationship with clients and ensure client satisfaction by providing personalized service.
- Increase the visibility of the Bank's products and services by taking part in various external activities, industry shows and related events where required

This position requires traveling 80% of their time within their assigned region. A car and valid driver's license are required for this position along with the ability to maintain a home office. The role allows reimbursement of business travel expenses in accordance with bank policy.

Your team

As part of the Merchant Relations sector, you’ll be joining a team of 13 colleagues and will report to the Senior Manager, Merchant Relations. Our team stands out for its expertise, collaboration, and strong team spirit.

Our training programs are built around on-the-job learning to help you master your role. You’ll have access to colleagues with diverse expertise, experience, and backgrounds to enrich every aspect of your professional development.

Basic requirements





- Completed Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years' relevant experience or completed master’s degree in a related field and three years' relevant experience
- Ready to Travel within the designated territory
- Experience and demonstrated success in B2B business development.
- Experience in account management, sales and customer service is an asset.
- Experience in the Indirect Consumer Financing industry or leasing is an asset.

Languages: English

Required skills: Accountability, Client-focused, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Learning Agility, Listening, Problem Solving, Standards Compliance, Teamwork

Your benefits In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

Health and wellness program, including many options

Flexible group insurance

Generous pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Employee and family assistance program

Preferential banking services

Involvement in community initiatives

Telemedicine service

- Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment

We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible workplace to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!

📌 Business Development Manager (Canada)
🏢 National Bank of Canada
📍 Canada