Business Analyst, Portfolio Performance

Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) advances economic prosperity for Canada by delivering financial and commercial expertise to the Government of Canada. A self-sustaining Crown corporation since 1982, CDEV is the federal government’s trusted advisor and active asset manager of more than $75B in strategic assets, operating at arm’s length and at the speed of business.
Headquartered in Toronto, with an office in Ottawa and governed by an independent board of directors, CDEV is regularly called upon to advise on and execute critical financial transactions, support priority policy objectives, and maximize the value of corporate assets in Canada’s best interest. In periods of economic pressure, CDEV brings the agility and rapid responsiveness required for government to act quickly and effectively. CDEV has four pillars of expertise:
1. Asset Management
2. Financial and Commercial Advice
3. Monetization and Divestments
Drawing on deep private and public sector experience, CDEV is responsible for the active management of over $75 billion of assets and programs through its eight subsidiaries, forming the CDEV Group of Companies. Its high-profile roles in recent years include the purchase and ongoing management of the Trans Mountain pipeline, the establishment of the $15-billion Canada Growth Fund, the establishment and management of the $10 billion Large Employer Tariff Loan (LETL) facility and the $10 billion federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program, and the $2 billion financing agreement with Telesat to support Canada’s largest ever space program.
Position OverviewReporting to the Vice President, Portfolio Performance, the newly created role of Business Analyst, Portfolio Performance will support the effective oversight and management of CDEV’s portfolio of subsidiaries. The role will serve as a key analytical and execution partner to the Vice President, helping translate portfolio priorities into disciplined performance management, high-quality decision support and consistent follow-through across the CDEV Group of Companies.
Working across CDEV and its subsidiaries, the Business Analyst will coordinate portfolio performance reporting and reviews, support subsidiary engagement and governance processes, prepare executive and Board materials, and drive the execution of priority initiatives. The role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgment, exceptional organization and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights and actions.
Responsibilities
Support the Vice President in the development and ongoing execution of CDEV’s portfolio management and performance approach.
Coordinate structured performance reviews across the portfolio, including collection and analysis of financial, operational and strategic information.
Develop and maintain portfolio dashboards, scorecards, KPIs and other performance reporting tools for senior leadership and the Board.
Analyze subsidiary performance against mandates, corporate plans, objectives and key performance indicators, identifying trends, variances and emerging issues.
Synthesize information across subsidiaries to identify portfolio-level themes, risks, opportunities and areas requiring management attention.
Maintain a forward-looking view of key portfolio milestones, commitments, risks and decisions, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding actions.
Subsidiary Engagement & Governance Support
Support the Vice President in maintaining effective and consistent engagement with CDEV’s subsidiaries and key internal stakeholders.
Coordinate regular subsidiary performance discussions, including agendas, materials, analysis, action items and follow-up.
Review subsidiary reporting, corporate plans and other materials and identify matters requiring additional analysis, clarification or escalation.
Develop and maintain engagement calendars, information requirements, governance trackers and escalation processes across the portfolio.
Work with subsidiary management teams and CDEV colleagues to obtain timely, accurate and decision-useful information.
Executive & Board Decision Support
Prepare high-quality briefing notes, presentations, dashboards and other decision-support materials for the Vice President, Executive Leadership Team and Board.
Distill complex financial, strategic and operational information into clear conclusions, implications and recommended actions.
Coordinate inputs from internal teams and subsidiaries for portfolio-related Executive Leadership Team and Board materials.
Maintain an integrated view of upcoming portfolio decisions, reporting requirements and matters requiring executive attention.
Support responses to requests for portfolio information from senior leadership and other stakeholders.
Strategic Initiatives & Execution
Provide project management and analytical support for priority portfolio initiatives, strategic reviews and special projects.
Support the establishment, transfer or operationalization of new subsidiaries, programs, investment vehicles or assets within the CDEV portfolio.
Develop and maintain workplans, trackers, decision logs and other tools to support timely execution and accountability.
Coordinate workstreams, deliverables, dependencies and stakeholder inputs for complex cross-functional initiatives.
Support the development of repeatable tools and playbooks for new entity stand-ups, asset or program transfers and other portfolio activities.
Contribute to a collaborative, high-accountability and execution-focused culture within the portfolio team and across CDEV.
Required Skills and QualificationsEducation and Experience
Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, or a related discipline;
a graduate degree or professional designation is considered an asset.
Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in asset management, corporate strategy, management consulting, finance, portfolio management, project management or a related field.
Experience analyzing financial, operational and strategic information and translating it into clear insights and recommendations.
Experience preparing executive-level presentations, briefing materials and decision-support products.
Exposure to corporate governance, Board processes, shareholder oversight, Crown corporations or the public sector is considered an asset.
Sector experience in areas relevant to the CDEV portfolio
Business Acumen and Analytical Capability
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify key issues and implications within large volumes of information.
Strong business and financial acumen, including comfort working with financial and performance information.
Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems, develop practical solutions and exercise sound judgment.
Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership, accountability and follow-through.
Project Management and Execution
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex workstreams and drive actions through to completion without relying on formal authority.
Exceptional attention to detail while maintaining a clear view of broader priorities and outcomes.
Proactive and resourceful approach in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
Past experience working with Project Management tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, etc.) would be considered an asset.
Communication and Relationship Management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop concise, executive-ready materials.
Ability to build effective working relationships across functions and with senior internal and subsidiary stakeholders.
Self starter (not sure to appropriately word this, but I am looking for someone who is comfortable to drive things forward and not just executed based on precise instructions)
Collaborative working style and ability to influence and coordinate effectively across teams.
Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word
Why Join CDEVCDEV plays a vital role in managing some of Canada’s most complex and high-profile investments and transactions on behalf of the Government of Canada. Joining CDEV means contributing to national economic and strategic outcomes through rigorous financial management, public accountability, and stewardship of billions of dollars in public assets.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of CDEV’s access to information, privacy, and parliamentary affairs function while building your expertise and working within a collaborative, fast-paced organization at the intersection of finance, public policy, and strategic investment.
CDEV’s employee value proposition is centered on building, developing and retaining a high-performing and commercially minded team. As a result of these efforts, CDEV earned the
Great Place To Work®
in 2025.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and we will work with you if you require accessibility accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, pending that you let us know of your needs in advance. Note that only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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