ANALYST, GOVERNMENT FUNDS

BDC • Montreal, QC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At BDC, the Government Funds team manages capital on behalf of the Government of Canada to strengthen and grow Canada’s venture capital market. This includes deploying $350M under the Venture Capital Action Plan (VCAP), $450M under the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI), and $450M under the Renewed Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (Renewed VCCI). These programs totalling $1.2B AUM are designed to crowd in private capital and support fund managers across the Canadian venture capital asset class. Building on this foundation, BDC is now deploying the $1B Growth Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (Growth VCCI), a landmark platform focused on scaling Canada’s most promising funds and innovative companies. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of investment, policy, and ecosystem development, with direct exposure to the most prominent Canadian fund managers while contributing to a national priority initiative shaping Canada’s innovation economy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent (concentration in finance, accounting or business administration is preferred)
• One to three years in a financial or banking institution, or in an investment fund
• Strong Financial modelling capabilities and high attention to detail
• Able to work in a dynamic, productive team environment
• Exercise discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive situations and maintaining an appropriate level of confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent computer skills for conducting research as well as specific programs such as Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform under limited supervision using initiative and good judgment to assess priorities
• Excellent interpersonal as well as written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment

Nice To Haves

• Accounting and/or bookkeeping experience would be an asset
• Venture capital experience would also be an asset
• French fluency would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Act as the program’s central resource on portfolio performance, providing analysis across industry sectors, investment stages, geographies, fund managers, and portfolio companies where available
• Work closely with analysts to develop and maintain performance metrics, benchmarking portfolio results against program objectives, commitments, industry standards, and relevant market comparators
• Efficiently retrieve, maintain, and analyze information from internal and external data sources, research platforms, market studies, and reference materials to support decision-making and reporting
• Participate in strategic discussions related to program design, portfolio oversight, and monitoring progress against program objectives and fund manager commitments
• Provide administrative and research support to internal and external stakeholders, including preparation of operational statistics, quarterly and annual reports, authorizations, amendments, and other program documentation
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial management systems, including iLevel and program reporting dashboards, and coordinate the processing of cash call authorizations and capital distribution notices
• Coordinate activities related to the receipt, review, and management of applications and stakeholder submissions associated with the launch, implementation, and wind-up of program initiatives
• Manage filing systems and oversee the timely distribution and coordination of reports, information requests, and key program deliverables
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with BDC teams, government partners, fund managers, and external stakeholders to support information sharing and coordinated program delivery
• Monitor relevant ISED initiatives and industry developments, identifying implications for the program and contributing to ongoing program visibility and stakeholder engagement
• Facilitate the dissemination of information across internal and external audiences to support program objectives and stakeholder alignment

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits
• Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• $750 wellness and health care spending account
• Paid vacation each year
• Five personal days
• Sick days as necessary
• Offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
• Hybrid work model

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level