Director, Strategy and Planning
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Job Summary
Req Id:429755
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.
On the Bell Business Markets team youll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. Youll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT Mobility/5G Cloud Cyber Security Voice Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks.
At Bell your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.
Summary
The Director of Strategy & Planning plays a critical leadership role responsible for shaping strategy governance and operating foundations in a fastmoving emerging environment. This role is designed for a builder who is comfortable with ambiguity and capable of creating structure where none yet exists. Acting as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership the Director translates complex ideas into clear strategy decisions and execution plans while ensuring the organization moves quickly without unnecessary bureaucracy. The role requires strong strategic judgment consultingstyle problemsolving and the ability to learn new domains rapidly.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and Evolve Strategy: Work with senior leadership to define and evolve the business strategy operating model and governance approach.
- Establish Clarity: Create clarity around priorities decision rights and execution pathways in an ambiguous highgrowth context.
- Governance Frameworks: Establish lightweight practical governance to support initiative intake prioritization execution and value realization.
- Balance Innovation & Discipline: Balance strategic discipline with speed experimentation and innovation.
- Executive Advisor: Act as a trusted strategic advisor to senior executives supporting complex decisionmaking and tradeoffs.
- Executive Communications: Develop executive investment and boardlevel materials that clearly articulate strategy risks and outcomes.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Drive crossfunctional alignment across Product Operations Sales Finance and Corporate Strategy.
- Narrative Development: Translate complex technical and commercial topics into clear executive narratives and actionable plans.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead a small highimpact strategy and governance team over time.
- Influence-Based Leadership: Lead through influence in a highly matrixed evolving organization.
Critical Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in a leading consulting firm in a strategy consulting role
- Demonstrated success working in ambiguous zero to one or fastevolving organizational contexts.
- Exceptional strategic thinking problemframing and structured communication skills with proven ability to learn complex domains quickly. A bias toward action.
- Bachelors degree required; MBA or equivalent experience is an asset.
- Bilingual (English and French) is an asset.
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status:Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Canada : Ontario : Mississauga
Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Canada : Quebec : Verdun
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 06/08/2026
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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About Company
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.
