Senior Corporate Strategist

Position: Senior Corporate Strategist

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Remote, within Nova Scotia

Department: Strategy and Corporate Development

Apply: Online via Career Beacon by clicking "Quick Apply"

Closing Date: December 3rd @ 4:30 PM

About Property Valuation Services Corporation

We are an independent, not-for-profit organization established under the Property Valuation Services Corporation Act. We provide property assessment services and information to Nova Scotia's municipalities and property owners in accordance with the Nova Scotia Assessment Act.

Our clients depend on us to make sound decisions that fund important local services and build communities. We strive to never stop learning and are passionate about improving ourselves and our products and services, every day. We are focused on achieving results and getting the job done right the first time. Our responsibility to employee success and wellness goes beyond traditional benefits to reflect an evolving and innovative workplace.

Your Impact as Senior Corporate Strategist

Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development, you work collaboratively, both internally and externally, to support PVSC's strategic and business planning processes. You work across the organization to ensure alignment with our strategic plan through policy and program development, budget management, and the creation of evaluation, and risk and governance plans.

You are responsible for fostering collaboration and building strong relationships with internal departments and external partners to advance PVSC priorities. You have experience in policy development, project planning, and the execution of large-scale initiatives that support strategic objectives and organizational effectiveness.

Sound judgment, analytical thinking, and a strategic mindset are essential to success in this role. You apply a continuous improvement approach to all aspects of your work, ensuring that programs, policies, and initiatives remain aligned with our strategic direction and contribute to the achievement of long-term organizational goals.

How You Will Contribute

Business and Strategic Planning

• Support PVSC's business planning cycle, including initiative identification and prioritization, project and initiative monitoring, and Balanced Scorecard reporting and tracking.
• Assist in aligning strategic goals, plans, and operations across departments to ensure organizational coherence and effectiveness.
• Provide project and initiative management support as required.

Policy Development and Evaluation

• Review and analyze existing policies and procedures, identifying opportunities for innovation, improvement and making recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Coordinate the development and delivery of policies and initiatives that align with corporate priorities.
• Engage key internal and external partners to ensure policy alignment and integration across the organization.

Corporate Initiatives and Risk Management

• Support corporate initiatives, including business continuity planning and enterprise risk management activities.
• Contribute to the development of strategies and programs that strengthen organizational resilience and risk mitigation.

Operational Efficiency and Continuous Improvement

• Assist the implementation of a continuous improvement framework, promoting organizational efficiency and innovation across all functions.
• Support initiatives to respond to emerging trends and policy changes.

Governance Support

• Provide support to the Board of Directors and committees as needed, including the preparation of reports, presentations, and briefings.

Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as a key point of contact across the organization to coordinate the development of policies, reports, communications, and strategic initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders to facilitate effective collaboration and information sharing.

Perform other related duties or participates in other activities, as assigned.

What You Bring

You possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business administration, public administration, etc.) and several years of relevant corporate strategy experience, or an acceptable combination of relevant training and work experience. A Master's degree in a related field is considered an asset.

You also have the following skills or experience:

• Strong analytical thinking skills, with demonstrated experience interpreting complex information to support decision-making.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and evaluate strategies, with a focus on innovation, measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Highly adaptable and flexible, with the capacity to manage competing priorities in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively across diverse audiences.
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related applications) for document creation, data analysis, and presentation development.
• Demonstrated experience in program and/or policy development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong report-writing skills, with experience preparing briefing materials, summaries, and formal documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to foster and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects and initiatives from planning through to delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Special Requirements

This role requires occasional travel throughout the province and requires a valid Class 5 driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Join a culture that understands there is life outside of work. PVSC offers a holistic benefits and perks package that starts at day one:

Remote Work: Skip the commute and work from the comfort of your home in Nova Scotia. Occasional in-person meeting participation may be required with reasonable notice.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Work life balance is as much a priority for us as it is for you.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits: The health of our employees is paramount, our benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Program, Virtual Care, Wellness Subsidy, and Health Spending Account.

Competitive Salary: We offer competitive salaries in our industry.

Defined Benefit Pension Plan: Secure your future and take advantage of our defined benefits pension plan for a stable retirement.

Paid Time Off: Enjoy all civic holidays and an enriched vacation entitlement schedule, starting at 3 weeks.

Community Giving: Support your community by volunteering to participate in giving opportunities.

Investment in your Training and Development: Your professional and personal growth is necessary for our business growth. Continuously expand your knowledge and skills through training and development programs.

Professional Designation Achievement: Support available for professional designations.

Industry Leadership: We're at the forefront of our industry, employing cutting-edge tools and best practices.

Collaborative Environment: Experience the power of collaboration as you engage with various teams. Everyone has a say in our success.

Join PVSC and experience the benefits of a fulfilling career, supported by comprehensive perks and career development opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.