Business Strategy Director

Are you an experienced leader, passionate about the strategy, business and consulting? Are you at your best when it comes to finding simple solutions to complex problems? Do you want to positively influence the growth and success of businesses here and abroad?

We are Habo, a strategic firm with a mission to guide companies to achieve success both creatively and commercially. To do this, we leverage our expertise within the creative and entertainment industries, extending our reach across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Our team works on a wide range of projects, ranging from developing strategic plans to optimizing business models, conducting market studies, and validating new products.

In order to consolidate our expertise, we are looking for a Business Strategy Director. This person will lead strategic planning, export strategy, value proposition definition, and positioning projects to achieve our clients’ strategic objectives and maximize their commercial success.

More specifically, this person will be responsible for:

― overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from the development and proposal of methodologies, to project initiation, execution, and final delivery;
― managing client relationships and ensuring their satisfaction throughout the project;
― conducting strategic analyses based on data from the team’s various areas of expertise (market studies, marketing research, economic studies, and financial analysis) to extract actionable insights and develop relevant recommendations for client deliverables;
― ensuring effective project management by overseeing deadlines, budgets, and project objectives;
― mentoring project team members to ensure clear and relevant deliverables that align with Habo’s quality standards;
― contributing to the continuous improvement of Habo’s methodologies and internal tools;
― actively driving business development through exploratory meetings, proposal management, and tailoring approaches to meet the specific needs of clients.

We are seeking a future team member with:

― a Master’s degree or a MBA;
― over 8 years of professional experience in strategy (experience in consulting, agencies, or advisory services is a significant asset);
― a strong understanding of business strategy concepts and a deep knowledge of marketing and finance functions;
― strong leadership skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and active listening;
― excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously;
― excellent writing and oral communication skills in English (understanding French is a very strong asset).

At Habo, our ambition is to create a work environment where employees can realize their full potential while making a real impact on our clients and partners. In order to achieve this, we are committed to:

― valuing collective strength;
― nurturing intellectual curiosity;
― fostering dedication;
― being anchored in pragmatism.

What we offer:

― competitive conditions including group insurance, performance bonuses, and other benefits designed to support flexibility, autonomy, and overall well-being;
― a direct involvement in international strategic projects with a wide range of entrepreneurs and key decision makers;
― a stimulating work environment, where the diversity and complexity of business challenges and geographic markets provide a constant intellectual challenge;
― a hybrid work model, based out of our offices in Montreal or Toronto, with a flexible work environment;
― a results-oriented management approach, where autonomy, accountability, and collaboration are at the heart of the way we work.