Business Development Manager (Onsite)

Frontwave Credit Union•Oceanside, CA

1h•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Development Manager is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for driving membership growth, expanding corporate partnerships (Select Employee Groups/SEGs), and serving as the primary public face of the Credit Union. This position blends strategic sales execution with community engagement and media relations. The ideal candidate is a dynamic networker and an exceptional communicator who is equally comfortable pitching financial wellness programs to executive boards as they are representing the Credit Union in live television interviews and radio broadcasts. Frontwave Credit Union is a member-owned not-for-profit financial institution serving San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino and Imperial counties. Founded in 1952, we have grown to 18 branches with 125,000 members and manage over 1.8 billion in assets. At Frontwave Credit Union, we are focused on creating consumer solutions to provide our members and the communities we serve with products and services that enhance the quality of life for our members through exceptional service and the progressive application of technology.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Marketing or related disciplines, plus five years of proven, hands-on experience related to sales, business development or community relations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Outgoing and friendly personality.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Reliable transportation to various event locations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the official spokesperson and brand ambassador for the Credit Union.
Cultivate relationships with local media outlets and actively participate in public relations initiatives, including live and recorded TV segments, radio appearances, and podcast interviews to promote corporate initiatives and financial literacy.
Identify, prospect, and secure new business partnerships and SEGs to expand the Credit Union’s membership footprint and deposit base.
Lead the Credit Union’s involvement in community events, civic organizations, and philanthropic initiatives.
Manage high-impact community events and local business support programs that align with a lifestyle-focused brand identity.
Maintain and deepen relationships with existing corporate partners, presenting tailored financial wellness solutions, workshops, and onsite enrollment opportunities to their workforces.
Partner with the marketing team to design, execute, and track localized business development campaigns that increase brand awareness and drive product adoption.
Meet and exceed established key performance indicators (KPIs) for new member acquisition, partner onboarding, and community engagement ROI.
Aids Branch Managers with respect to financial education sessions and group liaison activities.
Host and represent Frontwave Credit Union booth(s) at community events and the Frontwave Arena.
Engage with event attendees, providing information about Frontwave’s services and benefits.
Distribute promotional materials and giveaways.
Assist in setting up and tearing down event booths and displays.
Assist branch goals where applicable.
Capture photos and videos for social media and marketing purposes.
Maintain a positive and energetic attitude while interacting with the public.
Provide feedback and insights from events to improve future engagements.
Supervises staff in accordance with Credit Union policies and applicable laws.
Interviews and recommends qualified applicants for employment.
Assigns duties and work schedules to ensure efficiency.
Performance management activities, including annual appraisals
Reviews, adjusts and approves time sheets biweekly to Human Resources for payroll processing.