Innovation Lead - Jobs in Victoria, BC

Job Description

Bring your expertise to our collaborative office environment at one of Canada’s Top 100 EmployersThe position can be based in either Vancouver or Victoria with travel between the two cities.DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe Technology department is responsible for developing technology solutions that contribute to the achievement of BCI’s mission and long-term goals. The department manages the Corporation’s business applications and information technology infrastructure, providing support to a large group of financial professionals. The department is also responsible for authoring technology-related directives and conducting disaster recovery planning to minimize risk to the Corporation’s delivery of investment services.POSITION DESCRIPTIONReporting to the Director of Enterprise Architecture, the Innovation Lead is critical to identify and bring to life new technologies that could have a significant impact on BCI’s organizational performance. The Innovation Lead is responsible for creating a compelling vision establishing the innovation practice within the organization, promoting a culture of innovation. They will oversee a portfolio of innovation initiatives and successfully transition them to delivery, cross-functional teams and external partners to delivery those initiatives.QUALIFICATIONSMotivated to create a startup-like environment that fosters new ideas within established business lines.Relevant senior level experience in financial services, investment managementMust have an entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrated drive to get things doneExperience with innovation, Agile and change management methodsExperience with organizational culture and development strategies, initiatives, and action plansExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to facilitate and present to a range of stakeholders – executive, business, and technology teamsA track record of starting or being involved in one or more early-stage start-ups is desiredExposure to patents and intellectual propertyBachelor’s degree (or higher) in a Business, Entrepreneurship, Information Systems Management, or similar degreePRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESThis role will be required to collaborate with many other BCI departments such as Business Account Management, Technology, Enterprise Architecture, to accomplish the following:Research & Gather IdeasResearch and synthesize business and technology trends that are relevant to the investment management industry and BCI, and develops a core understanding of key innovation opportunitiesDevelop and seeks innovation ideas internally by screening various sources, conducting workshops, leading brainstorming sessions, and establishing new approachesDevelop and seeks innovation ideas externally by innovation scouting activities and searching forideas with applicability to BCI from adjacent and other industriesLead stakeholders through the evaluation of innovation ideas, opportunities, risks, strengths, and weaknesses in alignment with BCI strategiesEvaluate & PrioritizeManage the evaluation, prioritization, and selection of innovation ideas with the highest potentialto realize maximum business value and improve BCI business outcomes and performanceDetermine funding suitability for high potential ideas and facilitates the approval processTransition Projects to Delivery TeamsManage the transition of the innovation project results to the sponsoring business/technology area effectively and efficiently, providing transition support as neededLiaise with internal and external subject matter experts to manage any BCI intellectual property resulting from innovation efforts with the help of legal and compliance specialists.Setup Innovation Processes & PartnershipsDevelop, implements, and continually improve an Innovation Program including establishing an innovation governance mechanism and related business processesEstablish innovation KPIs and tracks, measures, and communicates progress and resultsBuild and cultivates opportunities to improve innovation literacy, awareness, and engagementIdentifies, builds, and sustains productive and positive strategic partnerships with external service providersCreate a supportive and healthy working environment within the Department by ensuring effective communication, promoting teamwork, and providing opportunities for other staff to participate in innovation activitiesCOMPETENCIESStrategic ThinkingEffective performers act with the future in mind. They plan for and make decisions within the framework of the organization’s strategic intent. They know and understand the factors influencing strategy. They consider future impact when weighing decisions.InfluenceEffective performers are skilled at directing, persuading, and motivating others. They are able to flex their style to direct, collaborate, or empower as the situation requires. They have established a personal power base built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty.Results OrientationEffective performers maintain appropriate focus on outcomes and accomplishments. They are motivated by achievement, and persist until the goal is reached. They convey a sense of urgency to make things happen. They respect the need to balance short- and long-term goals. They are driven by a need for closure.CommunicativenessEffective performers clearly and articulately convey technical and other information both orally and in writing to others in a manner appropriate to the listener. They write clearly, accurately, and concisely, composing project, technical and other required documentation as required.Business ThinkingEffective performers see the organization as a series of integrated and interlocking business processes. They understand how their work connects with and affects other areas of the organization.Change MasteryEffective performers are adaptable. They embrace needed change and modify their behaviour when appropriate to achieve organizational objectives. They are effective in the face of ambiguity. They understand and use change management techniques to help ensure smooth transitions.Relationship BuildingEffective performers establish and proactively maintain a broad network of relationships (e.g. colleagues, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, etc.). They value these relationships and work effectively across the organization by maintaining positive working relationships with peers and others.Quick Apply

• Terms & Conditions
• New Privacy
• Privacy Center
• Accessibility

For Job Seekers

• Browse Jobs
• Advanced Job Search
• Emplois Quebec

For Employers

• Post a Job

Stay Connected