Senior Analyst, Corporate Governance & Strategy

Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.

Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.

Working in a dynamic and fast-evolving environment, the Senior Analyst, Corporate Governance & Strategy plays a key role in supporting executive leadership and governance bodies by delivering strategic analyses, transforming data into actionable insights, and contributing to the continuous evolution of the organization's governance practices.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Strategy & Governance, the Senior Analyst serves as a trusted business partner to leaders across the organization, helping ensure an integrated view of strategic priorities, execution, and performance monitoring.

If you enjoy understanding business challenges, solving complex problems, influencing key decisions, and making a tangible impact within a growing organization, this opportunity is for you. You will work at the heart of the company's strategic priorities, transforming complex information into meaningful recommendations that support executive decision-making and the successful execution of our growth strategy.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the corporate strategic plan, key strategic initiatives, and organizational performance indicators.
• Conduct strategic analyses to support executive decision-making and identify key value creation opportunities.
• Support the monitoring of strategic initiatives, including resource allocation, interdependencies, execution risks, and achievement of expected outcomes.
• Prepare materials for senior leadership and governance committees, including executive dashboards, strategic presentations, analytical reports, and recommendations.
• Perform cross-functional analyses in collaboration with business leaders to support aligned decision-making and business priorities.
• Conduct strategic market intelligence on industry trends, best practices, emerging risks, and growth opportunities.
• Contribute to the evolution of governance frameworks, processes, and practices that promote effective decision-making and organizational alignment.
• Drive the continuous improvement of strategic performance management tools, analytical methodologies, and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or another relevant field.
• Seven to ten (7–10) years of experience in corporate strategy, governance, strategic planning, management consulting, business analysis, or a related discipline. A graduate degree, particularly an MBA, is considered an asset.
• Strong interest in the retail industry; experience in the fashion sector is considered an asset.
• Excellent business judgment with the ability to synthesize complex information into meaningful insights that support executive decision-making.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate quantitative and qualitative data into practical business recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to create clear, compelling, and executive-level presentations for senior leadership.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build credibility and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Advanced proficiency with analytical and presentation tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, as well as artificial intelligence tools, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance analytical capabilities, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality outputs efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English, enabling effective collaboration with French- and English-speaking partners, as well as the use of English-language systems, tools, and documentation.

Benefits

• Telemedicine services and an Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive group insurance and retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer contributions.
• Up to 40% employee discount on purchases at Simons.
• Bright and comfortable employee lounges.
• Fully equipped fitness centre with locker rooms and kinesiology services.
• On-site cafeteria offering a wide selection of affordable meal options.

At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones.

Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential.

Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.