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

Why BCAA?

Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose – delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.
 

Shape the Future of BCAA 

At BCAA, we're building for what's next. 

We're looking for a strategic, commercially minded Vice President to help identify and unlock new opportunities for organizational growth. 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 executive and senior leadership to evaluate emerging markets, identify new 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. 

• Identify and 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 executive and senior leadership throughout the evaluation process. 

Drive Strategic Growth 

• Identify and 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 by identifying and advancing new business concepts. 

• Monitor industry trends, consumer behaviour, demographic shifts, and emerging technologies to identify future growth opportunities. 

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

• Act as a strategic advisor to executive and senior leadership on innovation, market opportunities, and business model evolution. 

Influence Across the Enterprise 

• Partner with senior leaders 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're looking for an accomplished senior professional who 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'll have 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. 

If you're energized by growth strategy, innovation, partnerships, and creating long-term value, we'd love 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!

BCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing accessible, inclusive employment. We have a long-standing partnership with the Presidents Group which strives to increase employment opportunities for people living with disabilities, and champion accessible employment in BC. If you need personalized support through application and recruitment, please contact HRAccommodations@bcaa.com.