SENIOR ANALYST, BUSINESS INSIGHTS AND ANALYTICS at BDC · Montréal

SENIOR ANALYST, BUSINESS INSIGHTS AND ANALYTICS Location: Montreal We are banking at another level. Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs. Choosing BDC as your employer also means: Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few In addition to paid vacation each year, five personaldays, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closedfrom December 25 to January 1 A hybridwork model that truly balances work and personal life Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more... Explore the BDC Way in our Culture Book POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Director, Business Insights and Analytics, the senior analyst, Business Insights and Analytics interprets data to get insights to inform strategy and drive business decisions across all lines of business under the COO (Financing, Wholesale, GTC, Advisory). The role combines advanced analytics and data product leadership to shape priorities, structure analyses, and drive execution through clear recommendations, operating cadences, and measurable outcomes. The Specialist partners closely with senior leaders, frames ambiguous problems into structured analyses and insight into actionable conclusions that answer the question: “So what?” CHALLENGES TO BE MET 1) Insight & Problem Structuring Translate business questions into structured problem statements, learning plans (a clear outline of what needs to be analyzed and how), and clear decision criteria. Build options and scenarios with quantified trade-offs; recommend a course of action with risks, dependencies, and success metrics. Shape and maintain an insight operating cadence (regular rhythm for sharing insights, e.g., QBRs/MBRs, scorecards, executive one-pagers) that connects insights to decisions and execution. Acquire strong business knowledge and credibility through the development of a strong network. Build and manage strong relationships with internal clients and partners to provide value and ensure ongoing alignment. 2) Executive Storytelling & Influence Review reports and updates to executive leadership, assuring quality of data and insights and executive-level visualization. Deliver impactful presentations to executive management, leveraging advanced data storytelling techniques to transform complex data into clear, strategic actions and recommendations. Craft concise, compelling narratives and executive-ready materials (one-pagers and presentations) that link insights to choices and actions; brief senior leaders and facilitate alignment. Cultivate strong advisory relationships within the COO leadership and across the organization with key strategic partners, ensuring robust and enduring relationships to establish operational alignment. Mentor analysts; raise the bar on problem-solving rigor, visual storytelling, and stakeholder management. 3) Insight to Action & Change Enablement Drive the generation of high-impact actionable insights based on a deep understanding of the business and make recommendations to enable business leaders to maintain market competitiveness. Drive insight activation: define owners, timelines, and measures of success (OKRs/KPIs); support change impacts and adoption in partnership with business leaders. Facilitate cross-functional delivery to move from diagnostic to decisions to execution quickly. Translate detailed operational performance into direct impact on the organization's overarching goals and strategic direction, providing a vital link between operational execution and business strategy. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Education Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, MBA or related field. Experience 7–10+ years total experience in Data Analytics & Insights or Corporate strategy roles with proven ability to turn analysis into decisions and measurable outcomes in complex, cross-functional environments (financial services exposure is an asset). Consulting experience in an analytical-driven environment is an asset. Track record of leading insight-to-action initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with a high sense of ownership. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Technical Skills Expert in crafting impactful PowerPoint presentations and executive-level visual designs. Advanced proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets and support strategic decision-making. Working knowledge of Power BI, SQL, Python, and Azure; familiarity with these tools is considered a valuable asset. Communication & Language Outstanding written and verbal communication; crisp narratives with strong visuals. Bilingualism (French/English) mandatory for Montreal-based role. Culture & Competencies Focus on entrepreneurs; act with courage; be accountable; collaborate effectively; communicate with clarity and respect. Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at accessibility@bdc.ca. While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.