SVP, Strategy & Corporate Affairs — Growth & Partnerships

External Branding; Saskatoon, Regina; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Blue Cross, a leading employer in the province, seeks a dynamic Senior Vice President, CSCAO to shape enterprise strategy, corporate affairs, and external relationships. The role offers hybrid in-office flexibility in Saskatoon or Regina and leadership across product, innovation, and brand initiatives.

Reporting to the CEO, you will drive strategic planning, partnerships, and government relations while guiding corporate social responsibility and reputation management in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of related experience with 3-5 years of strategic leadership accountability.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Ability to think and act strategically with sound business judgment and quantitative/analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong diplomacy and ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Willingness and ability to travel within and outside Saskatchewan.
• Criminal Record and background check satisfactory.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development, refinement, and execution of enterprise strategy in partnership with the President & CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
• Lead strategic planning processes, environmental scanning, market intelligence, and strategic performance monitoring.
• Support the CEO and Board with strategic analysis, decision support, and growth recommendations.
• Identify, assess, and pursue opportunities for growth, diversification, and organizational sustainability.
• Lead evaluation of new business ventures, strategic investments, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key external stakeholders.
• Advance partnerships that strengthen organizational capabilities, market position, and community impact.
• Represent Saskatchewan Blue Cross within industry, partner, community, and government circles.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Diplomacy

Analytical skills

Travel flexibility

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Saskatchewan Blue Cross, a leading employer in the province, seeks a dynamic Senior Vice President, CSCAO to shape enterprise strategy, corporate affairs, and external relationships. The role offers hybrid in-office flexibility in Saskatoon or Regina and leadership across product, innovation, and brand initiatives.

Reporting to the CEO, you will drive strategic planning, partnerships, and government relations while guiding corporate social responsibility and reputation management in a