Senior Manager, Strategic Planning

The Agency by Workland; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in North Vancouver is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Strategic Planning. This role involves leading a team to develop and execute corporate strategies while collaborating with senior leaders. Candidates should have over 5 years of management experience and strong strategic thinking skills. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Strong job security

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience.
• Proven motivation to improve processes and mentor teams.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on business decisions.
• Collaborate with executive leaders to refine corporate strategic plan.
• Monitor strategy execution, identify risks, and recommend solutions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Mentorship

Education

Undergraduate degree with professional designation

MBA or consulting experience

Job description

LOOKING FOR A

SENIOR MANAGER, STRATEGIC PLANNING

Are you passionate about shaping organizational strategy and driving business planning initiatives? This role oversees strategy management and business planning services to support the development and execution of the corporate strategy. If you excel at strategic thinking, fostering collaboration, and driving results, this opportunity is for you.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Workland presents a unique career opportunity within a large organization with offices in various locations across British Columbia. The company is currently seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Strategic Planning to join their growing team.

WHY SHOULD THIS OPPORTUNITY INTEREST YOU?

• Work for one of British Columbia’s top employers.
• Work in close collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Be part of a very diverse and inclusive team.
• Benefit from a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with both remote and in-office days.
• Enjoy a very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Benefit from a high level of job security.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced leader and strategic thinker to join the Office of Strategy Management team in North Vancouver as Senior Manager, Strategic Planning. Reporting to the Director, you will lead a team of advisors responsible for supporting the development and execution of the corporate strategy. In this role, you will collaborate with executive and senior leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and performance metrics, develop complex business strategies, monitor strategy execution, and provide data-driven insights to inform business decisions. You will also help anticipate and respond to external trends that may impact the organization, ensuring alignment across initiatives and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE

• Provide strategic guidance on business decisions, using a data-driven approach while fostering alignment and consensus.
• Collaborate with executive and senior leaders to shape and refine the corporate strategic plan.
• Develop and implement complex business strategies and initiatives that align with organizational priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into measurable performance metrics and actionable plans.
• Monitor strategy execution, identifying risks and issues, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Track external trends and support the development of responsive strategies to address potential impacts on the business.

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE

• Undergraduate degree with a professional designation, MBA, or consulting experience.
• Over 5 years of management experience leading teams and driving results in complex environments.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking across complex portfolios, with strong problem-solving and thought leadership abilities.
• Proven motivation to drive process improvements and to mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Skilled at facilitating discussions, resolving conflicts, and fostering collaboration to achieve consensus and desired outcomes.
• Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling insights.
• Results-oriented and proactive, capable of leading teams under ambiguity, tight deadlines, and shifting priorities while adapting to evolving organizational needs.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and a natural curiosity that inspires others.
• Awareness of emerging trends and developments in insurance and related industries is an asset.
• Different combinations of relevant experience and education may be considered.

ABOUT WORKLAND

Workland is proud to have been mandated to assist this client in the recruitment process for this great job opportunity. Workland's mission is to solve recruitment and job search problems by combining marketing, technology, and experienced professionals. The ultimate goal is to accelerate and facilitate the process of connecting talented professionals with the right organizations through an approach that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.