Investment Advisor - IRAP Clean Technology

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization is seeking a senior-career Investment Advisor (IA) to manage funding for Clean Technology projects, nurturing Canadian innovation. The successful candidate will lead assessments and guide SMEs, playing a vital role in enhancing the Canadian economy through innovation.

Benefits

Flexibility: work/life balance

Collaborative environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in developing technology solutions for sustainable development issues.
• Minimum of four years experience in relevant sectors.
• Experience in project management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage full funding lifecycle for companies in the Clean Technology sector.
• Screen and evaluate funding applications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to SMEs.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Networking

Analytical Ability

Results Orientation

Education

Post-secondary degree in Science or Engineering

Post-graduate in science or engineering

Degree or diploma in business, management, administration, finance or marketing

Job description

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Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City:Within a National Research Council Office across Canada

OrganizationalUnit:Industrial Research Assistance Program - Clean Technology

Classification:RCO

Tenure:Continuing

Work Arrangements:

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

The Role

We are looking for a senior-career Investment Advisor (IA) to support the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) Clean Technology. The IA would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Regarded worldwide as one of the best programs of its kind, IRAP is Canada’s premier innovation assistance program for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

We are looking for a seasoned industry professional who is absolutely enthusiastic about helping innovative Canadian companies grow and prosper. We need people who see the potential in a business and are driven to nurture it to the next level. We are focused on results and we aren’t afraid of risk all in an effort to add positive impact to the Canadian economy.

Reporting to the Manager, Investments, this position is responsible for managing the full funding lifecycle for companies supported by NRC IRAP Clean Technology, including the application stage, due diligence, contracting, project execution and post-project commercialization. This position includes the screening and evaluation of new funding applications as well as the management of a portfolio of funded projects and advisory services.

Why Work With Us

IAs are self-directed and work in teams with company leaders helping their firms grow through the commercialization of innovation. They find the work very rewarding with a wide range of benefits, professional development and learn from clients and colleagues every day in a well-balanced work-life environment.

IAs serve as trusted advisors to these SMEs, helping them navigate technical or business hurdles, providing important linkages and identifying new opportunities and thereby playing a part in their evolution, growth and success. It’s a winning model we have been using to accelerate business growth and thereby creating wealth for Canadians.

In addition, we offer:

• Flexibility: work/life balance.
• A collaborative environment: at NRC IRAP, your ideas are listened to, respected and important.
• A rewarding career: we offer the opportunity to provide value to Canadian companies and have a positive impact on the Canadian economy at large.

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Candidates must respond to all pre-screening questions in detail in order to be considered. Failure to do so will result in automatic disqualification.

Education

Post-secondary degree in Science or Engineering in a discipline related to the position from a recognized university.

Preference may be given to candidates with a post-graduate in science or engineering and those with complementary post-secondary degree or diploma in business, management, administration, finance or marketing.

A combination of a post-secondary degree in another field with significant work experience relevant to the position will be considered.

• Significant* private sector experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and/or commercializing technology solutions in areas that could address sustainable development issues.
• Extensive** experience in one or more of the following sectors: technology and innovation, natural resources, manufacturing, agriculture and agri-food, transportation and logistics, energy, construction.
  • Preference may be given to candidates with experience in the following sectors/sub-sectors: building and infrastructure development, energy, mining, water and waste water.

Assets

• Recent*** investment experience for early-stage funding of technology companies.
• Industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager in an SME.
• Experience in project management, financial management, business development, and/or intellectual property management.

* Significant experience is defined as four (4) to six (6) years of experience.
** Extensive experience is defined as a minimum of seven (7) years of experience.
*** Recent experience is defined as experience gained within the last five (5) years.

Condition of Employment

• Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

• Must be able to travel locally, nationally and/or internationally.
• A valid driver's license and access to the use of a vehicle are required.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Basic knowledge of sustainable development and environmental issues.
• Solid knowledge of different business models and the business development cycle.
• Solid knowledge of SME business management, marketing of technology and productivity increase.
• Solid knowledge of developing, adopting and adapting technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of technology, innovation and commercialization issues and trends within the sector(s) relating to the position.
• Proven ability to assess and analyze data and information combined with the ability to synthesize key messages from large content of information into presentations, reports and briefings.
• Management services - Communication (Level 3)
• Management services - Initiative (Level 3)
• Management services - Networking (Level 3)
• Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 3)

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-4 level, which is a senior-career level position with a salary range of $140,321 to $164,894.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RCO salary scale (i.e., above or below the intended level for this position).

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC),recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously, however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number (24088) to:

Closing Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.