Strategy and Business Development Analyst

Intersect; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 144,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking energy firm is seeking a talented Strategy and Business Development Analyst to drive commercial growth and manage analytical projects. You will develop financial models, analyze market opportunities, and support strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong financial modeling and communication skills. The role offers a competitive total compensation package ranging from $105,000 to $118,750, along with comprehensive health benefits and a flexible remote work culture.

Benefits

100% premium coverage for health benefits

Unlimited PTO

Up to 12 weeks fully paid parental leave

$150 monthly food stipend

Full home office setup

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in energy, digital infrastructure, investment banking, or consulting.
• Ability to present complex data clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience with deriving insights from large datasets is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for commercial structures and technologies.
• Research market trends and present data-backed recommendations.
• Evaluate feasibility of integrated energy systems.

Skills

Financial modeling skills in Excel

Communication skills

Curiosity and adaptability

Familiarity with energy topics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering

Tools

Excel

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About This Role

As part of Intersect’s Strategy and Business Development team, you’ll help define the next steps of Intersect’s growth. You’ll manage analytics, competitive intelligence, and market assessment of business models, technologies, and commercial structures in the energy and digital infrastructure space. You’ll coordinate with teams across development, engineering, and finance to better understand business opportunities and constraints.

Team Overview

The Strategy and Business Development team sits at the heart of Intersect’s approach. Incorporating components of development, finance, engineering, and sales, the Strategy and Business Development team sets long-term strategy for Intersect’s development pipeline and leads assessment of emerging technologies and commercial structures.

What You’ll Do

Build and Own Financial Models

• Develop and maintain detailed financial models for innovative commercial structures and emerging technologies
• Translate technical and operational inputs into financial insights that guide investment and partnership decisions

Analyze New Opportunities

• Research market trends, competitors, and new technologies across the energy and digital infrastructure landscape
• Present clear, data-backed recommendations to inform strategy and pipeline development

Advance Techno-Economic Modeling

• Evaluate the feasibility and economics of integrated energy systems
• Generate insights into cost, performance, and value creation for new technologies and operating models

Support Strategic Initiatives

• Contribute to corporate- and project-level capital raises, including due diligence and investor materials
• Support portfolio and resource allocation decisions through quantitative and qualitative analysis

Drive Commercial Growth and Partnerships

• Identify and support execution of new commercial opportunities across Intersect’s portfolio
• Help manage and strengthen strategic relationships with key partners and stakeholders

Explore New Frontiers

• Participate in special projects such as M&A evaluations, new market entries, and product strategy assessments

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
• 1–4 years of experience in energy, digital infrastructure, investment banking, or consulting
• Strong financial modeling skills in Excel, with the ability to simplify complex data and concepts for diverse audiences
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting technical and financial topics clearly.
• Familiarity with energy topics and market dynamics
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset that thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
• (Bonus) Coding experience in Python, R, or MATLAB for analytics or engineering applications
• (Bonus) Experience deriving insights from large datasets such as market data, telemetry, or operational performance data

Total Rewards

At Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:

Total Compensation: $105,000 - $118,750 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot

Mental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation

Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setup

Ready to put your skills to work for a better future? Apply now and help drive the next chapter of Intersect’s growth and innovation