Director, Investment Services

Alberta Innovates; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong benefits package

Paid time off programs

Opportunities for skill development

Job summary

A provincial corporation is seeking a Director of Investment Services to lead due diligence and investment strategies. This role involves overseeing investment applications, conducting feasibility assessments, and improving investment processes. The ideal candidate should have significant management experience, particularly in private equity or venture capital, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Located in Calgary with hybrid work eligibility, this full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or extensive experience.
• CFA or CPA certification is an asset.
• 10+ years in business management, private equity, or venture capital.
• 5+ years in investment process or portfolio management.
• 5+ years in research or venture-oriented roles.
• Project Management experience and/or PMP certification would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee investment application evaluations based on organizational priorities.
• Conduct feasibility assessments for funding applications.
• Improve investment processes for better efficiency and compliance.
• Design strategies for co-investment partnerships.
• Develop market intelligence strategies.
• Build relationships with internal teams, industry partners, and government stakeholders.
• Provide strategic leadership to the Investment Services team, including performance management.
• Advise senior leadership on investment activities and align priorities with organizational goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic problem-solving

Project management

Budgeting knowledge

Communication skills

Investment management

Leadership

Team collaboration

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Science or Engineering

CFA, CPA or equivalent certification

10+ years business management/PE/VC experience

Tools

Investment evaluation tools

Job description

Director, Investment Services

Alberta Innovates is seeking a Director, Investment Services. This role will be responsible for planning, implementing and leading corporate due diligence to support Alberta Innovates’ investment decisions. The primary responsibility of the role is to oversee the due diligence conducted on investment applications to drive evidence‑based operational, capital and investment decisions. The successful applicant will bring deep investment expertise, including venture capital and private equity, people leadership experience, and the ability to ensure activities are compliant with corporate policies and applicable regulatory requirements. The role will also leverage market insights to support non‑dilutive and dilutive investment strategies including structuring, evaluating, and facilitating co‑investment and syndication opportunities.

This is a permanent position and will be based out of our Edmonton or Calgary Research Park office. The position is eligible for hybrid work.

Fit for this Position

• A sharp analytical mind with strategic problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Expertise in planning, prioritization, and project management to keep initiatives on track
• Solid knowledge of budgeting, business development, and corporate planning
• Exceptional communication skills—all verbal, written, and interpersonal—to build strong relationships
• Financial and investment management experience, including business case development
• Proven leadership with a talent for coaching and empowering teams
• A track record of successfully implementing collaborative projects
• The ability to thrive both independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Strong understanding of business and government processes
• High digital literacy, including proficiency with productivity tools and emerging technologies

We are game changers. Alberta Innovates is a provincially funded corporation with a mandate to deliver 21st‑century solutions for the most compelling challenges facing Albertans. We do this by building on our province’s research and technology development strengths in the core sectors of health, environment, energy, food and fibre, and platforms such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and omics. We are working with our partners to diversify Alberta’s economy, improve our environmental performance and enhance the well‑being of Albertans through research and innovation.

Our subsidiary, InnoTech Alberta, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale‑up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technology development that serves both the private and public sector.

More Information About the Position

• Develop and oversee the review, analysis, and approval process of investment applications, ensuring rigorous evaluation and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Drive the financial, business, and technological feasibility assessments of funding applications, delivering evidence‑based recommendations for investment decisions.
• Monitor and continuously improve investment processes to enhance flexibility, efficiency, and effectiveness, while maintaining compliance with policies and standards.
• Design and execute strategies grounded in grant funding and venture capital best practices, fostering co‑investment partnerships, syndication models, and capital access initiatives.
• Develop and execute market intelligence strategies to identify trends and opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, industry partners, and government stakeholders.
• Provide strategic leadership to the Investment Services team, including goal setting, performance management, and professional development.
• Offer expert guidance to senior leadership on investment activities and align priorities with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Science or Engineering. Extended work experience may be substituted for education credentials if appropriate.
• CFA, CPA or equivalent professional certification would be an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of business management experience in consulting, private equity or venture capital, commercial/investment banking or working with or for a technology based Small to Medium Enterprise (SME).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment process management and/or portfolio management.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a research or early‑stage venture‑orientated environment.
• Project Management experience and/or PMP certification would be an asset.

Why Alberta Innovates?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package, vacation starting at 3 weeks and paid time off programs to promote work‑life balance.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.

This opportunity will remain open until January 16, 2026. Those selected for interview will be contacted starting in January 2026.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] referencing the competition title and number in the subject line.

The personal information collected in application for this position is for recruitment and hiring purposes. This collection is authorized by section 4 (c) of the Protection of Privacy Act.

ALBERTA INNOVATES IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

General Business, Business Development, and Management

Industries

Research, Government Administration, and Investment Management