Vice President, Corporate Development & Innovation (18-Month Contract)

BCAA (The British Columbia Automobile Association)

$180K — $210K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline; MBA is a plus.
  • 10+ years in corporate development, strategy, M&A, investment banking, consulting, or similar.
  • Experience leading or supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence and valuation.
  • Exceptional skills in financial modelling and developing business cases.
  • Ability to influence executive leadership on strategic initiatives.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Collaborative leadership style with credibility across stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and lead BCAA's corporate development and M&A capabilities.
  • Identify and evaluate acquisition targets and partnerships aligned with growth strategy.
  • Conduct due diligence, valuation analysis, and risk assessments.
  • Assess transaction structures and integration to maximize value.
  • Develop business cases and executive-level presentations for decision-making.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies for growth opportunities.
  • Advise senior leadership on innovation and market evolution.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a difference in the community and for BCAA members.
  • Career and personal development support.
  • Incentives for team and individual performance.
  • Flexible health benefits and wellness dollars.
  • Competitive rewards package including pension plan.
  • Paid time off for vacation, wellness, and volunteering.
  • BCAA membership with discounts on various services and products.
Full Job Description

We'relooking for a strategic, commercially minded Vice Presidentto help identifyand unlock new opportunities for organizationalgrowth. Reporting to the Chief Transformation & Technology Officer (CTTO) and serving as a member of BCAA's Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategic Ventures will play a pivotal role in shaping our long-term growth strategy through innovation, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside executiveand seniorleadership to evaluate emerging markets,identifynew business opportunities, establish BCAA's corporate development capability, and help shape the future direction of one of British Columbia's most trusted organizations.

What You'll Do

As Vice President, Corporate Development & Strategic Ventures, you will lead the identification, evaluation, and advancement of strategic growth opportunities that create long-term value for BCAA.

Lead Corporate Development

  • Establish and lead BCAA's corporate development and M&A capability.

  • Identifyand evaluate acquisition targets and strategic partnership opportunities aligned with BCAA's growth strategy.

  • Lead preliminary due diligence, valuation analysis, financial modelling, and risk assessments.

  • Assess transaction structures and integration considerations to maximize strategic and financial value.

  • Partner closely with Corporate Finance, Legal, and executiveand seniorleadership throughout the evaluation process.

Drive Strategic Growth

  • Identifyand assess new business opportunities that support BCAA's long-term strategy.

  • Develop business cases, investment recommendations, and executive-level presentations to support strategic decision-making.

  • Conduct market, competitive, financial, and operational analysis to evaluate commercial opportunities.

  • Lead feasibility assessments, scenario planning, and strategic opportunity analysis.

Advance Innovation

  • Lead BCAA's Strategic Ventures pipeline byidentifyingand advancing new business concepts.

  • Monitor industry trends, consumer behaviour, demographic shifts, and emerging technologies toidentifyfuture growth opportunities.

  • Continue to evolve the frameworks and processes that support disciplined innovation and experimentation.

  • Act as a strategic advisor to executiveand seniorleadership on innovation, market opportunities, and business model evolution.

Influence Across the Enterprise

  • Partner withseniorleaders across the organization to evaluate and advance strategic initiatives.

  • Present recommendations and strategic insights to the Executive Team and Board.

  • Build strong relationships across Finance, Legal, Technology, Marketing, Operations, and other business functions to support successful execution.

What You'll Bring

We'relooking for an accomplished senior professionalwho combines strategic thinking with strong commercial and financial acumen.

You will bring:

  • Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline (MBA or equivalent graduate education is considered an asset).

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate development, corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, management consulting, venture development, or a related field.

  • Demonstrated experience leading or supporting M&A transactions, including financial assessment, valuation, due diligence, transaction structuring, and strategic partnerships.

  • Exceptional financial modelling and business case development skills.

  • Proven ability to influence executive leadership and lead complex enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.

  • Strong executive presence with exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

  • A collaborative leadership style with the ability to build credibility and influence across diverse stakeholder groups.

  • A balance of strategic vision and practical execution with a passion for innovation and long-term growth.

Why Join BCAA?

This is a rare opportunity to build something new.

You'llhave the opportunity to establish BCAA's corporate development capability, shape our approach to strategic growth, influence enterprise-wide investment decisions, and work directly with senior leaders to help define the future of our organization.

Ifyou'reenergized by growth strategy, innovation, partnerships, and creating long-term value, we'dlove to hear from you.

The salary range for this position is $180,000 to $210,000  and is determined via job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, market demand and internal equity.

What we offer:

  • The chance to make a difference every day in the lives of British Columbians, BCAA Members and our communities.

  • Career and personal development to help you grow and reach your goals.

  • Incentives that recognize team and individual sales and performance.

  • Flexible benefits to support your health and lifestyle, and wellness dollars* to keep your body, mind and soul thriving.

  • A competitive rewards package including salary performance bonus programs, pension plan*, and more to help build your personal wealth.

  • Paid time off including vacation, and days for wellness, volunteering, and cultural, spiritual or religious connection.

  • BCAA membership, with valuable perks and Member savings on every day and special spending, from gas and coffee to clothes, sports and event tickets, and hotels.

  • Meaningful, rewarding work for a BC Top Employer known for putting people first and constantly building a better workplace for all our team members.

*for permanent employees

We’re always looking for amazing people like you. Apply today!

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