Director, Enterprise Strategy

Robertson & Company Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Robertson & Company Ltd. in Toronto, ON is seeking a Director of Enterprise Strategy to shape and execute strategic priorities across the organization. You will partner with senior leadership to drive market expansion, transformation initiatives, and corporate development efforts.

The role requires 8+ years in strategy roles, experience with top-tier consultancies or large firms, and a proven ability to influence executives. MBA is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or strategic transformation roles.
• Background in a top-tier consulting firm or large, complex organization preferred.
• Strong track record of working on enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives.
• Experience supporting or leading strategic planning processes.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• High level of ownership, with the ability to independently drive workstreams.
• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of enterprise-level strategic priorities in partnership with senior leadership.
• Lead and contribute to high-impact initiatives, including market expansion, business transformation, and corporate development efforts.
• Facilitate strategic planning cycles, including preparation for executive and board-level discussions.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking to inform decision-making.
• Translate complex insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between corporate strategy and business unit objectives.
• Prepare executive-level materials, including presentations and briefing documents for leadership forums.
• Act as a key contributor in driving strategic initiatives from concept through execution.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Analytical skills

Ownership of workstreams

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in business/finance/economics

MBA (asset)

Job description

Toronto, ON

$140,000 – $155,000 CAD (dependent on experience)

Our client is a large, globally established financial services organization with a strong presence across multiple markets. The firm is undergoing a period of strategic growth and transformation, with a focus on strengthening enterprise-wide alignment, expanding into new markets, and driving long-term value creation. The strategy function plays a highly visible role, partnering closely with executive leadership and governance bodies to shape key business decisions.

• Support the development and execution of enterprise-level strategic priorities in partnership with senior leadership


• Lead and contribute to high-impact initiatives, including market expansion, business transformation, and corporate development efforts


• Facilitate strategic planning cycles, including preparation for executive and board-level discussions


• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking to inform decision-making


• Translate complex insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders


• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between corporate strategy and business unit objectives


• Prepare executive-level materials, including presentations and briefing documents for leadership forums


• Act as a key contributor in driving strategic initiatives from concept through execution

Job Title:

Director, Enterprise Strategy

Location:

Toronto, ON

Base Salary:

$140,000 – $155,000 CAD (dependent on experience)

The Client:

Our client is a large, globally established financial services organization with a strong presence across multiple markets. The firm is undergoing a period of strategic growth and transformation, with a focus on strengthening enterprise-wide alignment, expanding into new markets, and driving long-term value creation. The strategy function plays a highly visible role, partnering closely with executive leadership and governance bodies to shape key business decisions.

What you will achieve in this role:

• Support the development and execution of enterprise-level strategic priorities in partnership with senior leadership


• Lead and contribute to high-impact initiatives, including market expansion, business transformation, and corporate development efforts


• Facilitate strategic planning cycles, including preparation for executive and board-level discussions


• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking to inform decision-making


• Translate complex insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders


• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between corporate strategy and business unit objectives


• Prepare executive-level materials, including presentations and briefing documents for leadership forums


• Act as a key contributor in driving strategic initiatives from concept through execution

What you must bring to this role:

• 8+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, or strategic transformation roles


• Background in a top-tier consulting firm or large, complex organization preferred


• Strong track record of working on enterprise-wide strategic initiatives


• Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives


• Experience supporting or leading strategic planning processes


• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex information


• High level of ownership, with the ability to independently drive workstreams


• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is an asset

Only those who are qualified will be contacted.

Additional Information

Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit, or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist in screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

Robertson is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a certified diverse supplier and actively seek to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment.