Strategic Planning Analyst

South Bow; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bow in Calgary is seeking a Strategic Planning Analyst to join its Strategy & Planning team.

Reporting to the Manager, Strategy & Planning, the role will support the development of strategic analysis and insights for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors, evaluating sector trends, market fundamentals, competitive dynamics, capital allocation alternatives, business scenarios, and key enterprise risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in strategy, corporate planning, corporate development, business analysis, corporate finance, capital markets, or management consulting.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience translating complex information into written reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions.
• Attention to detail, an ownership mindset, and a commitment to a high-quality work product.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple time-sensitive priorities while maintaining quality.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality where required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Develop corporate-level strategic analysis, frameworks, and reports for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Contribute to the preparation of Board materials for the annual Strategy Session.
• Assist with strategic scenario analysis and the evaluation of capital allocation alternatives.
• Conduct market analysis, applying a strategic lens to energy fundamentals, macroeconomic factors, sector trends, capital markets, and competitive dynamics.
• Support the development of enterprise risk management analysis and presentation materials, including risk evaluations, trend assessments, and strategic risk considerations.
• Monitor and evaluate corporate performance relative to strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to develop integrated strategic analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.

The Opportunity

South Bow is seeking a Strategic Planning Analyst to join its Strategy & Planning team. Reporting to the Manager, Strategy & Planning, the role will support the development of strategic analysis and insights for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors, evaluating sector trends, market fundamentals, competitive dynamics, capital allocation alternatives, business scenarios, and key enterprise risks.

The successful candidate will bring analytical rigor, intellectual curiosity, and a keen interest in the energy sector. They will have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions. Success in this role requires attention to detail, a commitment to high-quality work, and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear written and visual materials for senior audiences. The role offers broad exposure to the business and an opportunity to contribute to impactful strategic planning initiatives.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development of corporate-level strategic analysis, frameworks, and reports for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Contribute to the preparation of Board materials for the annual Strategy Session.
• Assist with strategic scenario analysis and the evaluation of capital allocation alternatives.
• Conduct market analysis, applying a strategic lens to energy fundamentals, macroeconomic factors, sector trends, capital markets, and competitive dynamics.
• Support the development of enterprise risk management analysis and presentation materials, including risk evaluations, trend assessments, and strategic risk considerations.
• Monitor and evaluate corporate performance relative to strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization, including Corporate Planning, Investor Relations, Corporate Development, and Business Development to develop integrated strategic analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in strategy, corporate planning, corporate development, business analysis, corporate finance, capital markets, or management consulting.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience translating complex information into written reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across functions.
• Attention to detail, an ownership mindset, and a commitment to a high-quality work product.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple time-sensitive priorities while maintaining quality.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality where required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Energy infrastructure and/or other energy sector experience.
• Experience supporting strategic planning, corporate planning, energy market fundamentals, or enterprise risk management activities.
• Experience applying AI tools thoughtfully to enhance workflows and productivity.
• Progress toward, or interest in pursuing, an MBA, CFA, or CPA.

About Our Business

South Bow's existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.

South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

Learn more

Visit us at http://SouthBow.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Thank you for choosing South Bow in your career search.

• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
• All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
• South Bow is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [e-mail].