Business Development Associate
3 days ago• Toronto, Canada
The Business Development Associate provides essential sales support to internal, hybrid, and external sales executives serving clients across central Canada. This early-career role is ideal for someone looking to grow within the wealth and asset management industry while developing strong client support, sales enablement, and analytical skills. You'll work closely with hybrid sales executives and play a key role in helping the team strengthen relationships with advisors and prospects.
This Hybrid role (in office Tues-Wed-Thurs) is based in Toronto, Canada
Responsibilities
- Coordinate sales meetings, events, and related logistics. Gather and organize metrics to support reporting and analysis.
- Assist the sales team with updating, auditing, and enhancing client and prospect information within CRM systems.
- Respond to routine or moderately complex inquiries from existing and prospective clients with professionalism and care.
- Manage administrative tasks, follow-ups, and client requests so sales executives can focus on external engagement and relationship building.
- Research solutions to client needs, analyze performance and market data, and prepare summaries or recommendations as needed.
- Contribute to special projects, team priorities, and other duties that support the broader sales organization.
Education & Experience:
1-2+ years of relevant work experience preferred (internships and co-ops welcome).
Undergraduate degree, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or other CRM platforms is an asset.
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Nice to have:
Investment Industry experience.
Experience Completion of the Canadian Securities Course
Experience in mutual funds and/or ETFs
Understanding of the Canadian advisor advice channel
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Toronto, Canada
Job ID: Vanguard-175235
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-27T19:53:48
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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