Director, Strategy, Development, and Performance
Toronto
CAD 150,000 - 200,000
The Opportunity:
Our client, a diversity-focused media business, is committed to fostering inclusive representation and amplifying diverse voices in the media landscape. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director, Strategy, Development, and Performance to lead their long-term planning, business development, and performance management efforts. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will be instrumental in shaping the company's financial and strategic future, working closely with senior leadership to drive impactful decision-making.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize strategic initiatives.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform decision-making.
- Lead the development of a multi-year strategic and financial plan, ensuring business-wide alignment and measurable KPIs.
- Identify, analyze, and recommend new opportunities for growth, both organic and inorganic.
- Support business leaders in evaluating and developing new ventures, partnerships, and acquisitions.
- Assess risks and returns for strategic initiatives, ensuring they align with business objectives.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives.
- Monitor and report on progress to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to enhance operational and financial performance.
- Lead and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align strategic initiatives with broader organizational goals.
- Work with executive leadership to shape and refine strategic objectives, driving consensus at the leadership level.
What You'll Need to Be Successful:
- A university degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
- A professional financial designation (CPA, CA) with a CFA as an asset.
- 10+ years of finance, strategy, or business development experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of the media, publishing, or subscription-based business models.
- Proven experience engaging stakeholders, communicating complex ideas, and driving executive-level decision-making.
- Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and business case development.
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Experience leading teams and fostering professional development.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Finance
