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sales consultant - retirement homes

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Lifestyle Consultant, Bloomsbury Communities

Posted on June 04, 2025 by Employer details Shannex

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Job Number: J0625-0029 Job Title: Lifestyle Consultant, Bloomsbury Communities Job Category: Sales and Marketing Job Type: Permanent Full Time Schedule: Non-Rotational (M-F) Number of Positions: 1 Share Facebook Twitter Email LinkedIn Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work ? they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living?. Anticipating to open in 2026, we are searching for a Lifestyle Consultant to join our new Bloomsbury Communities location based in Bedford, Nova Scotia. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include: Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety About the Opportunity Lead the development of the pre-opening sales and marketing strategy for Bloomsbury Communities. Including the implementation of medical outreach, community partnership development, and current depositor nurturing Lead the development of a collaborative sales approach with other Communities to ensure all leads understand options available to them in the community that suits there needs Maintaining and managing the client funnel e.g. inquiry tracking, requests for accommodation, referrals, follow-up process; and tracking all sales activity and leads in a database; Meeting potential clients to assess which service line is safe and appropriate for their lifestyle and care needs. Responding to information requests from potential clients and completing bookings for permanent and short-term resident stays as required; Providing tours to prospective clients and other interested persons; Maintaining the Sales/Information Package; reviewing the contents with all new clients; Assisting with the admission; transfer to other services lines, and discharge of clients in coordination with the management team; Managing all aspects of the sales process to help prospects and their families make the decision to choose a retirement community; Developing and executing quarterly sales and marketing plans to deliver on budgeted occupancy objectives; Engage in healthcare professional outreach programs that build relationships and generates referrals through local clinics and groups; Developing advertising and promotional strategies; About You In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: Diploma or degree in marketing, public relations, or other related field; 3-5 years of sales or marketing experience, including event planning; Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products; Valid Class 5 Driver's License; Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required; Previous experience in working with the elderly in a long-term care or a seniors' independent living environment considered an asset; A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care. About Us It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Jos