Business Advisor, Farm Transition Advisor
- Abbotsford, BC
- 92.310-124.890 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
Our Business Advisors support and strengthen farm and food operations through business coaching and facilitation in areas of transition, strategic decision making and financial analysis.What you’ll do:Regularly meet with farm and food businesses to understand their business needs, review business plans, financial position, coach, and provide insight.Develop a strong referral network of business professionals who can further support FCC customers with developing and implementing their business plans and goals.Partner with the FCC advisory team across the country to develop tools and resources to support farm business management and transitionDeliver presentations and content to support the learning needs around business management and transition planning within the industryStay up to date on changes to tax, finance and law while continually growing your soft skills in advisoryCoach and partner with FCC field teams on farm business management and succession planning issuesWhat we’re looking for:Exceptional soft skills complemented by a mature financial and agricultural and/or food industry knowledgeLeader who builds relationships and embraces changeConnector who builds win-win business relationshipsInfluential, calm communicator able to challenge conventional thinking and practiceTrusted team member who focuses on the customerProblem-solver able to identify and recommend opportunities for improvementGreat interpersonal skills with a focus on empathyFacilitation, mediation, coaching and financial analysis skillsAbility to travelWhat you’ll need:Undergraduate degree in agricultural finance, business or commerce supplemented with an advisory accreditation and at least four years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)#FCCENYou belong here
At FCC, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we’re dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives.We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups:
- Indigenous Peoples
- Members of visible minority groups
- Persons with disabilities
- Women