Junior Analyst

Job Description

Calgary Economic Development (CED) is an opportunity-maker, helping to spark and fuel Calgary's growth. Our mandate is to position Calgary for long-term economic success through the expansion, retention, and attraction of companies, capital, and talent. We offer a wealth of information to help everyone succeed and tirelessly promote Calgary, in Canada and around the world. We are passionate about our role in shaping and sharing Calgary's story, a place of blue sky thinking and unexpected opportunities.

We're looking for an Analyst to join our Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF) team to help us tell Calgary's story as a great place to make a living and make a life.

Job Summary

The Junior Analyst plays a pivotal role in supporting the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund's (OCIF) investment decision-making process by ensuring that all project proposals are thoroughly assessed for financial, operational, and strategic viability. This position is responsible for conducting detailed reviews of applicant submissions, identifying risks, validating documentation, and ensuring alignment with OCIF's governance and regulatory frameworks.

The role works closely with internal teams, legal counsel, and external stakeholders to gather and verify information, request clarifications, and contribute to the development of funding recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate applicant documentation, including financial statements, business plans, and supporting materials.
• Analyze applicant financials to assess sustainability, risk exposure, and alignment with OCIF funding criteria.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or red flags in submissions and request clarifications or additional information from applicants.
• Prepare detailed due diligence summaries, highlighting key findings, risks, and recommendations for funding decisions.
• Support update of program materials and development of board materials and reporting to City Administration and Council.
• Maintain accurate records of due diligence processes, including decision rationales and supporting documentation, in compliance with internal governance standards.
• Use productivity and CRM tools (e.g., , Salesforce) to track due diligence progress and ensure timely completion of reviews.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining organized and complete records of all due diligence activities and decision-making processes.
• Provide general support to the OCIF team as needed.

Let's Talk About You

You're a strategic thinker with a sharp analytical edge who excels at conducting thorough reviews, identifying risks, and synthesizing financial and operational data to support sound decision-making. Your attention to detail, strong writing and presentation skills, and ability to navigate governance frameworks make you a trusted contributor in high-stakes environments.

You're comfortable using tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems, and you're quick to learn new platforms. You know how to manage shifting priorities and keep things moving in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

CPA, MBA or PMP designation would be considered an asset

Experience

Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Proven client service orientation with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal client and key stakeholders.
• Quality assurance (Analytical and methodical)
• Ability to understand legal agreements.
• Experience with government funding or venture capital programs is an asset
• Developed communication and project management skills.
• Demonstrated strength in report writing/ presentations/communication skills.
• Organizational skills
• Budgeting and Risk management
• Computer skills:
• • Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel and Word
  • Experience with CRM and Project Management software
  • MS office 365
  • Experienced in AI-driven data analysis
• Familiarity with market data platforms such as Pitchbook, Crunchbase, and CB Insights.
• Excellent work ethic and energy level
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

What's In It For You

CED offers more than a competitive base salary to our employees. We have a comprehensive benefit plan that includes 100% employer paid benefit premiums, RRSP's, a health care spending account, and a generous vacation and flex time policy. We are committed to our employee's mental health and offer resilience training with Headversity, free counselling with an EAP program, in addition to paramedical coverage through our medical benefits plan.

CED encourages and supports life-long learning and professional development. Employees are encouraged to access up to $2500 per year of funded professional development training opportunities. If you are looking for purpose driven work and are interested in joining us on our mission to diversify Calgary's economy, we invite you to apply.

EDI Commitment Statement

Calgary Economic Development celebrates diversity and is committed to advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Through EDI, we create a path to success for all our employees, where they have equal opportunity for advancement, have the voice to contribute to our collective growth and development and work in an inclusive environment.

We strongly believe in accessibility in the work we do and welcome requests to make the hiring process as accessible as possible. Accommodations are available for candidates on request during

all aspects of the selection process. Please advise at any point and we will do our best to work with you to meet your needs.

Calgary Economic Development adheres to the Alberta Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. Please be aware that Calgary Economic Development is committed to having a safe work environment.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume in confidence to: by 3:00pm, December 12, 2025.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.