Investment Analyst

Invest Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business development agency in Halifax is seeking an Investment Analyst to support and evaluate early-stage technology companies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, market research, and entrepreneurship. Responsibilities include conducting diligence, supporting investment reviews, and building networks to assist high-growth companies. A bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of experience is required. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering innovation and economic growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related business experience.
• Expertise in software engineering and artificial intelligence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of investment opportunities.
• Conduct primary and secondary market research.
• Support investment team in review and approval processes.
• Participate in portfolio monitoring and reporting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Market research

Entrepreneurship knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, STEM, or related

Tools

CRM databases

Job description

Overview

Invest Nova Scotia is Nova Scotia's business development agency that works to promote economic growth and community economic development in the province by enabling business, innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. We are Nova Scotians supporting businesses small and large, new and new to our province.

Invest Nova Scotia's team is as innovative and energetic as the clients we serve. We are a client- and employee-centric organization and care deeply about the work we do, guided by our passion to help the companies we work with succeed.

Job Opportunity

Investment Analyst (Permanent)

Invest Nova Scotia is seeking an analytical, results-oriented, and motivated individual for the role of Investment Analyst who will be an integral member of the investment team. If you are a business-minded, intellectually curious person whose knowledge of deep technology and passion for entrepreneurship can help evaluate and support start-ups, we would love to hear from you.

The Investment Analyst supports the investment team in all aspects of identifying and evaluating early-stage technology companies that offer the best potential for commercial success and financial sustainability. Under the direction of the Investment Principal, the Investment Analyst conducts diligence to fully assess the risk and return potential of early-stage deep technology companies while helping to accelerate the growth of investment portfolio companies.

The Investment Analyst is responsible for :

• Conducting in-depth analysis of investment opportunities, including financial modelling, evaluating the market opportunity, and summarizing research findings.
• Conducting primary and secondary market research through stakeholder calls and use of venture capital and intellectual property databases.
• Supporting investment team members in the review, approval, and closing cycle for new and follow-on investments.
• Participating in portfolio monitoring and reporting.
• Providing administrative, documentation, and other support for the investment team.
• Building a strong network of community partners to assist high-growth Nova Scotia companies.
• Raising Invest Nova Scotia's profile in the venture capital and innovation communities.

Key Competencies

• Working knowledge of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and proficiency in financial analysis.
• Exposure to venture capital transactions and model legal documents.
• Comprehension of financial statements and of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Broad knowledge of deep-technology sectors and technology advancements in society.
• Domain expertise or general knowledge in the areas of business development, product commercialization, marketing, and sales.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with different scopes, complexity, and deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Confidence to operate in the external business and public sector marketplaces, build relationships, and build respect.
• Experience with CRM databases.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the investment team and across the organization.

Education / Professional Experience

• As the successful candidate you possess a bachelor’s degree in business, STEM or a related program with 1-3 years related business experience. Expertise in software engineering and artificial intelligence preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

What does success look like in this role?

You are excited to explore and understand disruptive technologies and business models. You can easily understand and analyze business, financial, and market data, and present and debate your conclusions based on them. You take a methodical approach when researching aspects of a new business, from product development through to scaling revenue. You budget time and manage deliverables well through regular communication with teammates, community partners, and companies. Your research findings are presented in a concise and organized manner to help inform investment decisions.

You communicate easily with entrepreneurs about their technical innovations and market applications, and you hold client information in strict confidence. You have a genuine desire to help entrepreneurs build great products that solve large problems.

Playing a foundational and collaborative role on this fast-paced and deadline-driven team, you continually seek opportunities to support Invest Nova Scotia's mission and strengthen your competencies.

If this sounds like you

Invest Nova Scotia is committed to embracing diversity and fostering a workplace that is reflective of the diverse and global community in which we operate. We welcome applications from Black Nova Scotians, African Nova Scotians and other racialized people; 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, Indigenous People, veterans, immigrants, people living with disabilities and those that identify as women. If you are a member of one of the groups who reflect the diversity of Canadian society, you are encouraged to self-identify on either your cover letter or resume.

If at any point during this process, you require accommodation please let us know.

This role is based in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Closing Date : Sunday, October 12, 2025

Competition # : 25-INS-05

Resumes and cover letters will be used to screen applicants for this role. Please ensure that you clearly articulate in your cover letter how your skills and attributes will serve to apply to the requirements of this position.

To learn more about us, please visit our website at

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Pre-employment screening will be conducted for final candidates, and results will be considered in the hiring process.