Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK) is a non-profit organization with over 900 members across Saskatchewan. We are dedicated to helping women start, develop, lead, and grow their businesses through business advising, financing, training, and networking events. Since 1995, weve disbursed over 850 loans putting more than $46 million directly into women-owned businesses across the province.
We are looking for a full-time Business Advisor either in Regina or Saskatoon. Reporting to the Client Services Manager, the Business Advisor is responsible for supporting entrepreneurs in their business journey by offering resources, best practices, and strategic guidance. A critical part of this role involves guiding clients through the lending process: helping them understand eligibility requirements and supporting them to prepare the required documents.
Skills:
Provide clear, constructive feedback on business ideas and plans.
Guide clients in preparing business documents and loan applications.
Share resources and strategies for business growth.
Collaborate with the lending team and support other staff.
Combine empathy and objectivity to help clients reach their goals.
Experience:
Experience advising, managing, or owning a business and/or post-secondary education in business or related discipline.
Experience with preparing business plans and financial projections.
Demonstrated ability to provide feedback that balances empathy and objectivity that is supportive, respectful and realistic.
Experience with lending products, processes and policies considered an asset.