Business Development Specialist

Grow the map. Close the deal. Build what
lasts.

We’re expanding our Funeral Service
footprint — new branches, new crematoriums, new contract books, and the right
acquisitions at the right price.

We need a commercially sharp Business
Development Specialist who can smell a good site, stress-test a business
case, and walk a deal from handshake to opening day.

If you’ve spent 8+ years opening doors,
opening branches, or landing institutional contracts —come build a network
people actually need.

Description

We are seeking a highly driven and
commercially astute Business Development Specialist to support the growth and
expansion of our Funeral Service department. You will play a key role in
identifying and executing strategic growth opportunities through acquisitions,
branch and crematorium expansion, lead generation, and contract business
development. You will be required to be a strategic thinker with strong
business acumen, excellent stakeholder management skills, and proven experience
in delivering expansion and growth initiatives.  You should be passionate about identifying growth opportunities,
executing strategic initiatives, and creating sustainable business value. You
should have a proven ability to manage complex projects, engage with diverse
stakeholders, and drive business growth in a regulated environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include the
Following:

• Identify, assess, and support the
  execution of acquisition opportunities, including funeral homes, land, and
  cremation facilities.
  
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop
  business cases for acquisitions, branch expansion, and crematorium development
  projects.
  
• Coordinate due diligence processes and
  work closely with Finance, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and other
  stakeholders.
  
• Drive branch footprint expansion by
  identifying strategic locations and supporting operational readiness.
  
• Lead and support crematorium expansion
  initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance and commercial viability.
  
• Develop and implement lead generation
  strategies to support business growth.
  
• Identify and secure contract business
  opportunities across corporate, government, municipal, industrial, union, and
  community sectors.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships
  with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Monitor project performance, manage risks,
  and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
  
• Provide strategic market insights and
  recommendations to support long-term growth planning.
  
• Prepare and deliver engaging
  presentations, proposals, and business pitches to prospective clients,
  effectively showcasing the company's products and services to secure new
  business opportunities and strengthen market presence
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business
  Administration, Finance, Economics, Property Studies, or a related field.
  
• Valid driver's licence.
  
• Willingness to travel as required.
  
• 5–8 years' relevant experience in business
  development, acquisitions, strategic expansion, or related fields.
  
• Proven track record in delivering
  expansion projects, branch openings, or regulated facility rollouts.
  
• Experience in contract business
  development with corporates, government entities, unions, or institutional
  clients.