Business Development & Community Engagement Officer

LAFCU is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development & Community Engagement Officer to help grow our membership, strengthen community relationships, and expand LAFCU's presence throughout the communities we serve. This highly visible role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, conducting membership drives, and representing LAFCU at community and sponsored events. The Business Development & Community Engagement Officer will serve as a trusted ambassador for LAFCU, connecting individuals, businesses, and community organizations with financial solutions that support their needs and financial well-being. If you're a relationship-focused professional who enjoys networking, building partnerships, engaging with the community, and turning opportunities into measurable growth, we'd love to hear from you. Develop and execute business development strategies designed to expand LAFCU's membership base and increase market presence. Build and maintain strong relationships with businesses, community organizations, community leaders, government agencies, potential members, and other key stakeholders. Conduct 5-10 membership drives per month at businesses, organizations, and community events, with a focus on generating measurable membership and product growth. Identify new business and community partnership opportunities through networking, market research, outreach, and relationship development. Attend LAFCU-sponsored events to identify opportunities for membership growth, strengthen community relationships, and enhance LAFCU's visibility. Develop engaging workshops, networking opportunities, and outreach initiatives that deepen relationships with community and business partners. Partner with organizations LAFCU sponsors to identify additional opportunities for collaboration and membership growth. Develop and implement community outreach strategies that increase awareness of LAFCU's products, services, financial resources, and community impact. Collaborate with community partners on joint initiatives, sponsorships, networking functions, and events that support LAFCU's mission and growth objectives. Work closely with internal teams to maximize the value and impact of business and community partnerships. Engage current and prospective members to better understand their financial needs and connect them with relevant LAFCU products and services. Support initiatives designed to enhance the member experience, strengthen member relationships, and increase member loyalty. Utilize LAFCU's CRM system to document contacts, track referrals, measure membership-drive results, and identify future business opportunities. Track key performance indicators and evaluate the effectiveness of business development and community engagement initiatives. Prepare reports and presentations for executive management regarding membership drives, partnership activity, community engagement results, and opportunities for improvement. Use data, feedback, and market trends to continually refine business development and community engagement strategies. Ensure business development and partnership activities comply with applicable regulatory requirements, LAFCU policies, and established risk-management practices. Stay informed about financial-services trends, community needs, competitive activity, and emerging business-development opportunities.