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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 personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1

• A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life

• Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...

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*Please take note that this role is temporary for 2 years.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Advisor, Defence Industry Expert will collaborate closely with the VP, Defence Sector Strategy and leverage deep sector expertise and a strong network to strengthen BDC’s position within the defence ecosystem and deepen credibility within the sector. Acting as a trusted advisor, to provide Defence sector expertise to guide business decisions and collaborates to embed defence knowledge across the organisation. Through thought leadership and strategic engagement, the Senior Advisor plays a pivotal role in advancing BDC’s influence and supporting Canadian businesses in the defence sector.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

Defence Sector Advisory & Industry Expertise

• Provide expert guidance to support business decision-making and strategic initiatives.

• Advise senior leadership on opportunities, risks, and competitive positioning within the defence market.

• Deliver deep knowledge of the defence sector to inform market penetration strategies and identify potential opportunities.

• Monitor and analyse defence sector market developments, regulatory changes, and technological advancements impacting the industry.

• Embed defence knowledge and awareness across the organisation, ensuring alignment with industry trends and best practices.

Strategic Engagement & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government, industry partners, and associations.

• Support the organisation in developing and deepening partnerships within the defence ecosystem.

• Represent BDC at industry forums, conferences, and working groups to enhance visibility and influence.

Thought Leadership & Market Intelligence

• Act as a trusted expert to advance BDC’s influence and visibility through thought leadership and sector insights.

• Identify emerging trends and provide actionable intelligence to anticipate market shifts.

• Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for internal stakeholders.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 20 – 25 years relevant experience in the defence sector, with a strong understanding of market dynamics, procurement processes, and regulatory frameworks.

• Proven ability to build and maintain high-level relationships across industry and government.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations.

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, in both official languages

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

*Please take note that temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.

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.