Job Description

OUR BOTTOM LINE IS DIFFERENT.

There\xe2\x80\x99s something special about working at ATB, and it\xe2\x80\x99s been recognized on every that matters. Maybe it\xe2\x80\x99s our exceptional culture where your is supported through market-leading benefits and you\xe2\x80\x99re free to bring your whole self to work. Maybe it\xe2\x80\x99s our commitment to a growth mindset and our unrelenting thirst for for fellow Albertans\xe2\x80\x94even the ones who aren\xe2\x80\x99t our clients.

Whatever it is, you won\xe2\x80\x99t find a more genuine, driven and knowledgeable group of humans anywhere. We foster a culture of purpose, performance and possibilities. We engage with intense curiosity, and bring our whole selves to work, every day. We know it starts with people like you, so take a chance and start with us.

Department: Everyday Financial Services

Job Number: 5863

Location: Alberta (This is a hybrid role with some on-site requirements at various ATB locations) #LI-Hybrid

Apply by: March 21, 2023

Paygrade: N-OTH

System Title: Leader 9, Strategy Analysis

# Positions available: 1

Leader Name: Jaime Parsons, Managing Director, Entrepreneur Strategy

As ATB\xe2\x80\x99s next Director of Entrepreneurial Growth, you are passionate about Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s entrepreneur and small business landscape, and appreciate the pivotal role that community activity, partner relations, and business expertise play in growing our support for this audience, to be known as the bank for Alberta businesses. You will lead a highly effective team of Entrepreneur Strategists and Community/Events Managers, and further enable our branch locations to build ATB\xe2\x80\x99s edge among entrepreneurs across Alberta. You are active in the entrepreneur ecosystem and bring an extensive network, as well as a desire for collaboration and partnerships. Having previous business ownership experience, you are a catalyst for our business clients, able to provide guidance that helps them navigate challenges and changes through all stages of business. This important work contributes directly to ATB\xe2\x80\x99s annual acquisition and revenue goals.

Role Accountabilities:

• Develop overall engagement strategy, and subsequent operational plans for how ATB shows up in the community; build presence through events, sponsorships, client hosting, speaker opportunities, etc.
• Lead various initiatives that drive both business results and adoption of the Strategist value proposition; drive integration into ATB\xe2\x80\x99s service model and daily operations
• Develop and oversee the partnership ecosystem for the Entrepreneurial Growth Team, building ATB\xe2\x80\x99s presence and growing market share (provincial, regional, rural, urban)
• Establish valuable relationships and identify opportunities with potential partner organizations, and manage key partner relations
• Be a strong voice for entrepreneur and small business clients; act as a subject matter expert both internally and externally
• Meet with ATB business clients to discuss their business growth strategies and needs; act as a thinking partner, and offer guidance on growth and financial health
• Identity opportunities for business lending and other ATB products; connect clients to tools, resources, communities, other experts and institutions
• Collaborate with the Director, Branch for Arts and Culture on it\xe2\x80\x99s business growth strategy and support through community initiatives and programs
• Work closely with the regional market and branch leaders, to further enable them on engaging within the community, driving growth and success
• Work with data analyst to establish a performance measurement system and reporting model; actively report and monitor performance to uncover further opportunities
• Lead and guide team members; set team and individual direction, provide regular coaching and feedback, performance and development planning, mentorship

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the Financial Services industry
• Team leadership within a fast pace, continuously evolving environment
• Previous business ownership experience an asset; and/or guiding business growth strategies
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Business or related discipline, or a combination of training and work experience an asset
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for client experience
• Proven ability to meet objectives; manage multiple streams of work and projects
• Natural at building relationships, networking and negotiating
• Critical thinker, who can quickly resolve challenges and build solutions
• Strong business acumen and data driver approach to inform decisions / strategies
• Cash management knowledge, financial management experience
• Personable, influential, and a collaborator
• Excellent communication and listening abilities

At ATB, we know that as you develop in your career, you gain many transferable skills. If you believe your experience and qualities are what we are looking for, please consider applying!

Interested? If you know one of our team members, BEFORE applying, reach out to them and ask them to refer you to help your application stand out.

Online applications are preferred. Please let us know if you require any accommodations.

Benefits

Be great. Be you. Believe.

We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the diversity within our communities and creating an environment where every team member has what they need to reach their potential. We encourage candidates from all equity-seeking groups to apply.

What happens ?

Thank you for applying online. If you are shortlisted for this opportunity, you will hear from us after the posting close date regarding next steps. We might ask you to participate in a or phone interview. If you require any accommodations, please let us know.

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