Sr. Specialist, Business Development [B3]

Why you’ll love working here:

• high-performance, people-focused culture

• our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves

• learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth

• membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security

• competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account).

• optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%

• yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars

• the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Director, Business Development, the Sr. Specialist, Business Development plays a key role in supporting the Business Development team’s activities to grow employer participation and plan membership in alignment with HOOPP’s Strategic Plan. The Business Development team seeks out additional employers in HOOPP’s traditional markets, as well as supports emerging new segments of the Ontario healthcare sector where HOOPP has minimal presence. The Sr. Specialist provides a mix of administrative, research, and coordination support, including preparing business development materials, conducting market and opportunity research, organizing meetings, and assisting with reporting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and collaborative, with a strong service mindset. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and can handle multiple priorities while maintaining discretion and professionalism.

What you will do:

• Assist in the preparation of presentations, briefing notes, proposals, and other business development materials.

• Support the effective functioning of the Employer Approval Committee through the preparation and distribution of meeting agendas, applications, minutes and other materials, as well as updating key business reports.

• Track and maintain information and databases on leads, opportunities, and business development activities.

• Schedule and coordinate internal and external business development meetings.

• Assist with the coordination of business development events, client sessions, and forums.

• Attend meetings as required to take notes, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up.

• Ensure accurate documentation and filing of business development materials.

• Make updates to team policies and procedures, and update them in the iKnow plan knowledge library.

• Research new business prospects, industry trends,  and prospective partners.

• Gather and analyze data from multiple sources to support business development strategies.

• Prepare research summaries, briefings, and insights to inform leadership decision-making.

• Monitor market activity and provide regular updates on potential opportunities.

• Maintain research files and ensure key intelligence is captured and accessible to the team.

• Provide general administrative and coordination support to the team as required.

What you bring:

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear summaries and insights.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with CRM tools or reporting platforms is an asset.

• A collaborative team player with initiative, problem-solving ability, and a client service orientation.

• Knowledge of the healthcare sector is an asset.

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent education (business, administration, or related field preferred).

• 2–3 years of relevant experience in business development support, sales support, administration, or coordination in a corporate/professional services environment.