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Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both - driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. \nFounded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day - across both digital and physical environments.\nAs the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.\nInterac is looking for a highly strategic and execution-focused leader within the Strategy team.\nThis role is responsible for translating strategy into action by building and running the operating mechanisms that enable us to execute effectively. You will partner closely with the Head of Strategy and senior leaders across the organization to drive annual and quarterly planning, governance, performance management, executive reporting, and cross-functional strategic initiatives.\nYou will bring structure, discipline, and transparency to complex enterprise priorities while ensuring leaders have the insights, analysis, and decision support needed to deliver strategic outcomes. Success in this role requires strong business acumen, financial and analytical capabilities, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to influence across multiple teams without direct authority.\nWhat You Will Do:\nLead Annual Planning and Operating Rhythm\nOwn and manage Interac’s annual and quarterly planning processes.\nEstablish and maintain governance forums, operating calendars, planning templates, and decision-making frameworks.\nCoordinate priorities, track commitments, and ensure actions and decisions are executed to completion.\nDrive consistency and accountability across planning and execution activities.\nTranslate Strategy into Execution\nConvert enterprise strategy into actionable roadmaps, initiatives, and operational plans.\nLead coordination across functions to manage dependencies, resolve issues, and surface trade-offs requiring executive decisions.\nAct as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the Head of Strategy on enterprise priorities and strategic initiatives.\nDrive Performance Management and Business Analysis\nHelp develop business cases, market scans and opportunity-sizing assessments to inform investment and prioritization decisions.\nDefine and monitor key performance indicators, milestones, risks, and dependencies.\nIdentify performance gaps and recommend actions to improve results and organizational effectiveness.\nCreate reporting that provide leaders with clear visibility into progress against objectives.\nSupport Executive and Board Decision Making\nDevelop executive-ready presentations, Board materials, briefing notes, and strategic recommendations.\nSynthesize complex information into concise narratives and clear decisions.\nManage sensitive strategic and corporate information with professionalism and discretion.\nLead Strategic Initiatives and Continuous Improvement\nLead cross-functional initiatives that span multiple teams and stakeholders.\nEstablish governance, delivery discipline, and accountability mechanisms.\nIntroduce improvements to planning processes, reporting, governance, and workflow effectiveness.\nLeverage automation and AI tools appropriately to increase efficiency while maintaining strong judgement and oversight. \nWhat You Bring:\nExperience\n7+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, management consulting, enterprise planning, chief of staff, transformation, program leadership, or related roles.\nExperience working with senior executives and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.\nProven track record leading enterprise planning, governance, and execution disciplines.\nEligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity. \nEducation\nBachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Strategy, or a related field.\nMBA is considered an asset.\nSkills\nStrong strategic thinking and business judgement.\nExpertise in planning processes, KPIs, governance, and operating models.\nOutstanding written communication and executive presentation capabilities.\nAbility to influence and align stakeholders without formal authority.\nHigh degree of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.\nWhat We’re Offering:\nThe hiring range for this position is $106,813 - $142,417, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac’s commitment goes beyond compensation. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:\nGenerous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge \nComprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind \nMarket-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future \nFlexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance \nAccess to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family \nPregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families \nCharitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact\nWhy Join Us?\nAt Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:\nInvesting in the Future - Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.\n\nInnovative Thinking - Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.\n\nInclusive Culture - Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.\n\nInspiring Community - Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.\n\nIntentional Support - Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.\n\nAdditional Pre-Employment Requirements:\nTo ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nInterac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\nIf you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at . We will work with you to meet your needs.\nPlease be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. 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