Business Development Associate

Business Development Associate (Full-Time, Remote in Toronto Area) 

Foresight Cleantech Accelerator Centre is a growing organization with an exciting mission: accelerating the growth and impact of cleantech ecosystems across Canada. We bring together industry, government, academia, investors, and innovators to address today’s most urgent climate issues. Join us! 

We are seeking a Business Development Associate to cultivate and manage strategic partnerships, foster collaboration with external stakeholders, and support the growth of our partnerships ecosystem. Working under the Director, Partnerships, this position requires a combination of relationship-building, project management, and communication skills, along with a proactive and innovative approach to partnership development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability and technology to join our dedicated team, working towards building successful partnerships with leading Canadian and International companies.

Identify and close low- to mid-level funding opportunities across Foresight’s various initiatives.

Draft and refine funding proposals targeted towards private sector partners.

Conduct regular check-ins for low- and mid-value Partnerships, including event sponsorships.

Creation of new sponsorship opportunities for investors, Start-up Visa, and Foresight’s eLearning Platform.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including coordinating activities, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, sales, or a related field.

1-3 years experience in sales, marketing, or business development roles.

Strong networking abilities with the capability to build and maintain relationships with clients and industry contacts.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and presentations.

Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, interpret market trends, and make data-driven decisions.

Negotiation skills and experience in negotiating contracts and partnerships.

Experience with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot).

Proactive attitude, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a strong drive for success.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.

Job Type: Full-time, Remote but Toronto based 

Rate: $55,000-65,000 Base + benefits (key is best fit and experience for the role)

About Foresight

Since inception in 2013, Foresight has made a meaningful impact in the cleantech innovation ecosystem. We have supported 1110+ ventures with our accelerator programs and services, 150+ industry partners through our industry and export programs, and over 300+ investor firms through our various access to capital programs. Foresight’s leadership has helped secure $1.72 billion in capital, $489 million revenues, and 8,070+ high-paying jobs for our ventures with an economic impact of over $2+ billion. Our domestic and international engagement includes collaboration with 2,000+ stakeholders, rightsholders, and partners. We have a strong history of strategy, ecosystem mapping, and partnership building that positions Canada as a global leader in cleantech innovation.

Foresight recognizes that the best teams include diverse voices. We welcome all applicants with the requisite experience and skills for the position to apply, and invite interested individuals to reach out with any questions or requests for accommodation through the application or interview process.

The team at Foresight is passionate about solving pressing environmental problems and bringing transformative technologies to market. Apply today to join this dynamic team.