Location: Ottawa, Hybrid, on site as needed
Language: English, fluent written and spoken communication required
Duration: Permanent
Background Check Requirement: Criminal Background Check, Credit Check and References

About the Opportunity

This newly created Business Development Lead role is designed for a senior, relationship-driven professional who knows how to grow business through credibility, trust, and a strong professional network. You’ll step into a highly autonomous position where your experience and judgment shape how opportunities are identified, developed, and closed.

Working within an innovation-focused, economic development style organization, you’ll partner closely with entrepreneurs, technology leaders, and internal stakeholders to support growth across Canada. Your work will have a direct impact on how organizations access opportunities, funding, and strategic connections, making this a role where influence and purpose go hand in hand.

What’s In It for You

You will join a people-first environment that values trust, flexibility, and outcomes over micromanagement. This is a workplace that celebrates independence while offering the tools, resources, and support to help you succeed.

You’ll also have the opportunity to shape long-term business development strategy, influence systems and tools, and grow alongside a collaborative team that values practical ideas and real-world results.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead new business development efforts, primarily within the private sector, using your existing network to open doors.
• You’ll build and maintain trusted relationships with senior decision-makers across multiple industries.
• You’ll represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and industry functions.
• You’ll drive opportunities from initial conversation through to close, with full ownership of the process.
• You’ll support provincial and municipal public-sector opportunities, including RFPs and funding applications.
• You’ll help develop pitch materials, presentations, and a practical CRM approach to manage leads.

Skills and Qualifications

• 4+ years of successful, hands-on business development or sales experience.
• Proven ability to sell into the private sector with confidence and credibility.
• Experience supporting public-sector opportunities, including successful RFPs or submissions.
• Background in technology-related industries, with exposure to cloud, security, electronics, or similar sectors considered an asset.
• Strong relationship-building skills, paired with a self-directed and strategic mindset.

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who already knows how to do this work and is excited to take ownership, build meaningful relationships, and shape how we grow moving forward.”

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.