Innovation Strategist
3 weeks ago
About AXL AXL is a venture studio dedicated to turning applied research and corporate insight into great Canadian companies. We work alongside the executive teams of major companies and leading researchers to uncover, validate, and launch the next generation of human‑centric innovations. This role sits at the front edge of that process — embedded with the C‑suite at our partner organisations to discover high‑value opportunities through deep inquiry, collaboration, and strategic design. Location: Toronto (In‑Person) Organization: AXL Venture Studio The Role As an Innovation Strategist (Design Researcher, Analyst, Consultant) , you will lead the discovery process with our corporate partners. You will plan and run workshops, conduct stakeholder interviews and surveys, and synthesize insights into actionable venture opportunities. You will work closely with executives, researchers, and venture builders to bridge human insight and commercial strategy — transforming complex systems and needs into tangible innovation paths. Key Responsibilities Lead Discovery Engagements: Design and facilitate workshops, interviews, and surveys to uncover needs, challenges, and opportunities within partner organisations. Synthesize Insights: Translate qualitative and quantitative research into clear opportunity maps, frameworks, and venture hypotheses. Guide Strategic Decisions: Work with senior executives to prioritise opportunities and align them with corporate and studio strategy. Prototype Concepts: Collaborate with product, design, and technical experts to visualise and test early venture ideas. Shepherd Outcomes: Document findings, produce synthesis reports, and present recommendations to both internal and partner stakeholders. Build Relationships: Establish trust with partner teams, often working on‑site to understand their context and culture. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in innovation strategy , design research , service design , or business design (consulting, studio, or corporate innovation environment). Proven ability to plan and lead workshops and facilitate complex stakeholder groups . Strong skills in qualitative research , insight synthesis , and storytelling . Comfort with strategic frameworks , market opportunity mapping , and venture hypothesis development . Exceptional communication skills — visual, verbal, and written. Bonus: experience in corporate innovation , new venture creation , or applied R&D . You Might Be a Fit If You... Are as comfortable with executives as with end‑users. Think in systems and see patterns others miss. Are energized by ambiguity and discovery. Can move fluidly between research, strategy, and facilitation. Believe that innovation begins with genuine human understanding. Why AXL You’ll join a small, senior team at the intersection of academia, industry, and entrepreneurship — helping to shape ventures that define Canada’s role in a post‑AI world. At AXL, everyone is a founder of our shared future. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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