Strategy Management Specialist

The Strategy Management Specialist in Global Investment Strategy (GIS) plays a key supporting role on the strategy team for Ontario Teachers' -- an enterprise which, at its core, is a business investing capital for its members. The role supports the translation of strategic priorities into actionable plans, data-driven insights, and materials that inform senior management decision-making. The role also contributes to the continuous improvement of enterprise methodologies, frameworks, tools, and processes that support Ontario Teachers' strategic and integrated business planning functions. The Strategy Specialist supports the activation of Teachers' Forward by coordinating ongoing monitoring and reporting on progress against the strategy. This role also serves as a liaison between the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team in the Finance Division and the GIS team in SSR, ensuring an integrated approach to implementing the enterprise strategy.  

You will have the outstanding opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across divisions globally and departments to ensure we have the relevant capabilities, operating model, and processes in place to advance our global strategy. This includes working closely with your GIS colleagues within the Strategy & Stakeholder Relations division, alongside the Sustainable Investing, Government and Public Affairs, Marketing & Communications teams and the Financial Planning and Analysis team within the Finance Division.

• You will support the annual strategic and business planning cycles by coordinating inputs, synthesizing data, and preparing reports that connect financial and strategic performance

• You will assist in tracking and reporting on strategic KPIs and progress against the Teachers' Forward priorities

• You will prepare materials for the annual Teachers' scorecard and related enterprise performance updates

• You will collaborate with divisional planning coordinators to gather and consolidate information supporting integrated planning requirements

• You will contribute to the synthesis of business assumptions from across primary business lines, including investments, to inform the annual Integrated Plan and budgeting process

• You will support project management activities for strategic initiatives, including tracking milestones and deliverables

• You will assist in organizing workshops, meetings, and cross-functional sessions to advance strategic priorities.

• You will develop presentations, dashboards, and summaries that effectively communicate analysis and findings to diverse audiences

• Conducts analysis and prepares recommendations to support decision-making by GIS leadership, exercising sound judgment in synthesizing data and identifying key insights

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in corporate strategy, consulting, or financial services

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly

• Knowledge of, and interest in, strategy within the context of a global pension fund

• Understanding of the financial planning and analysis process

• Experience coordinating and supporting strategic, operational, and tactical projects

• Experience with data analysis, financial modelling, and presentation development.

• Experience communicating and reporting financial analysis

• Experience with technology; Power BI and data visualization is an asset

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-performance team environment

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is an asset

#LI-VN, #LI-Hybrid

What we're offering

• Competitive compensation

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

• A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working

• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year

• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring.  We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves.  To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

Accommodations are available upon request ) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

Ontario Teachers' may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers' objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

To learn more about how Teachers' uses AI with your personal information, please visit our Privacy Centre. 

Functional Areas:

Vacancy:

Current

Requisition ID: