Director, Bell Ventures
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Req Id:430133
Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate explore and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell were building a more connected future through world-class networks AI-powered solutions and digital experiences that elevate how people live work and play every day.
We believe in empowering people. Thats why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology AI tools and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact If youre inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms whats possible you belong on #TeamBell.
Be part of the team that drives the achievement of our strategic objectives. Youll work collaboratively with a team of professionals managing the performance and risk profile of Bell balancing the needs of customers investors and team members with long-term business success.
Summary
The Director Bell Ventures plays a critical role in shaping and advancing Bells corporate venturing and venture capital agenda. Reporting to the Managing Director of Bell Ventures this role is responsible for defining investment strategy identifying and evaluating highpotential growth opportunities and driving strategic alignment between Bells longterm business priorities and its venture investments. The Director will operate at the intersection of strategy finance innovation and partnerships - accelerating Bells exposure to emerging technologies business models and ecosystems.
Why Join Bell Ventures
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape Bell Canadas future growth byidentifyingand scaling the technologies and companies that will define the next generation of communications media and digital services. The Director will have significant exposure to senior leadership meaningful strategic influence and a frontrow seat to Canadas innovation ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Venture Strategy & Portfolio Planning
- Lead the development and evolution of Bell Ventures investment thesis ensuring alignment with Bells enterprise strategy and longterm growth priorities.
- Conduct market industry and technology landscape analyses toidentifyhighpotential investment themes (e.g. telecom media AI cloud cybersecurity fintech digital platforms).
- Support portfolio construction decisions including balance across stages sectors and strategic versus financialobjectives.
Investment Evaluation Negotiation& Decision Support
- Oversee strategic evaluation of venture investment opportunities including market attractiveness competitive dynamics strategic fit and valuecreation potential for Bell.
- Partner withbusinessand functionalteams to support due diligence valuation considerations and investment recommendations for executive and Boardlevel forums.
- Lead endtoend negotiation of venture investments aligning valuation deal structure governance and strategic/commercial rights to advance both financial returns and corporate strategy
- Prepare highquality strategy materials and investment materials for senior leadership and governance committees.
Strategic Partnerships & Value Creation
- Act as a strategic advisor to Bells portfolio of companies supporting gotomarket alignment partnership opportunities and commercialization with Bells operating units.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (Strategy Finance Business Units Technology Legal) todefine develop and implement commercial partnershipsand drive postinvestment value creation.
- Support ecosystem development by engaging startups investors accelerators and innovation partners domestically and internationally.
Governance Reporting & Leadership
- Contribute to portfolio reviews performance reporting and strategic updates for executive leadership.
- Establish frameworks and metrics to assessstrategicimpact of venture investments beyond financial return.
- Mentor and develop team members fostering strong analytical rigor strategic thinking and external market awareness.
Critical Qualifications
- 5-7years of experience inventure capital private equity or corporate venture environments.
- Strong strategic and financial acumen with experience evaluating growth companies emerging technologies or new business models.
- Proven ability tooperatein complex matrixed organizations and influence senior stakeholders.
- Excellent executivelevel communication skills including experience preparing materials for executive leadership and Boards.
- Undergraduate degreerequired; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and structured problem solving
- Commercial and financial insight
- Stakeholder leadership and influence
- Comfort with ambiguity and fastmoving environments
- Strong judgement and decisionmaking capability
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status:Regular Term - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 06/05/2026
For work arrangements that are Hybrid successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team youll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us youll be eligible for medical dental vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus as a Bell team member youll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
At Bell we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued respected supported and that they belong.
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Canada’s largest communications company, BCE leads the industry in providing advanced broadband communications networks and services to consumers and business customers across the country.
