Business Strategist

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. As a Business Strategist, you will provide strategic advice, analysis, documentation, and implementation support to help the division plan, improve, and deliver its work. In this role, you will identify business needs and opportunities, develop practical solutions, and support data-informed decision-making through research, analysis, and reporting. You will also prepare clear materials and recommendations for senior leadership and other interested parties to support planning, prioritization, and execution. The primary duties include: Provide strategic advice and analysis to support projects and processes across business units and services. Assess business needs and develop recommendations related to data, systems, and technology solutions. Develop and recommend solutions that support innovation and data-informed decision-making. Present findings and recommendations to leadership, management teams, and project audiences. Implement strategic solutions that support the business unit and department. Qualifications A degree in Business Administration or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in business and financial analysis, project management, and development business strategies and budget. An advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required. Experience in Engineering and/or Project Management would be considered an asset. Success in this position requires: Strong political acumen and the ability to work in ambiguous environments. Strong analytical, problem solving, communication and strategic thinking skills. Ability to prioritize, build consensus among internal/external partners and influence others. Pre-employment Requirements Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Workstyle This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

The Business Strategist provides strategic advice, analysis, and implementation support to help the division plan and deliver its work. The role involves identifying business needs, developing data-informed solutions, and preparing recommendations for senior leadership.

Candidates must have a degree in Business Administration or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in business/financial analysis and project management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, while experience in Engineering is considered an asset.

• Competitive Wages • Pensions • Benefits

• Business analysisPreferred
• Financial analysisPreferred
• Project managementPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic Advice
• Business Analysis
• Financial Analysis
• Project Management
• Budget Development
• Microsoft Office
• Political Acumen
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Thinking
• Consensus Building
• Influence
• Reporting

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Data & Analytics
• Engineering

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 6, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level