Innovation Consultant

At Disruptive Edge, we envision a future where every company is equipped to navigate tomorrow successfully.

Disruptive Edge is the world’s leading global innovation firm. 

As the world's leading growth partner, we offer unmatched knowledge and tools that empower businesses to lead and succeed in an ever-evolving landscape. Our commitment to helping large enterprises innovate in the most effective way possible has made us a top global player, renowned for our client-centric, outcome-based approach.

We are proud to partner with some of the world's most ambitious companies to design new growth. Our team consists of brilliant Consultants, Analysts, Engineers and Designers. With operations across Canada, the US, and the Middle East, we are looking for highly qualified, eager employees to join us at Disruptive Edge and become part of a team dedicated to transforming businesses. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, driving tangible results, and making a significant impact in the industry.

We are looking to expand our team with the addition of an Innovation Consultant.

Our ideal candidate is a bold, highly strategic thinker focused on creating groundbreaking growth with our clients. This role is for someone who consistently goes above and beyond, fuelled by intrinsic motivation and a strong drive to challenge boundaries. The candidate should have expertise in designing and rigorously testing new growth concepts through extensive primary research. As a skilled problem solver, they must efficiently manage multiple concepts, clients, and projects, applying world-class testing methodologies to foster client growth.

This position is particularly suited for those who thrive in an environment of rapid progress and continuous learning. At Disruptive Edge, we invest in top talent, offering unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth, setting our pace and trajectory well above that of other organizations.

Role Overview:

• Lead discrete workstreams or engagements within broader innovation or transformation engagements.
• Structure and drive research, analysis, stakeholder engagement, and deliverable creation with minimal oversight.
• Translate business problems into solution hypotheses and rapidly prototype or test them using appropriate frameworks.
• Help clients de-risk and validate new ventures, platforms, or strategies through agile experimentation.
• Manage and grow client relationships.
• Mentor Analysts and contribute to Disruptive Edge’s internal IP, playbooks, and culture.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Frames complex issues into solvable components and articulates trade-offs effectively.
• Independent Ownership: Manages timelines and outcomes without close supervision; escalates intelligently.
• Client Engagement: Communicates clearly and confidently in meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Solution Orientation: Moves from diagnosis to actionable recommendations and business case support.
• Speed to Value: Demonstrates a bias toward action while maintaining attention to detail and polish.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Policy, Computer Science).
• 3–5 years of experience in consulting, product strategy, corporate innovation, venture building, or similar.
• Track record of delivering client-ready outputs (decks, models, memos) under fast-paced conditions.
• Strong experience with primary and secondary research, stakeholder interviews, and insight synthesis.
• Familiarity with or exposure to product discovery, rapid prototyping, and digital business models is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid role based in Toronto, which requires domestic and international travel for client and company events.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada and able to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed. 
• Reports to Associate Partner.

Compensation:

• Base salary is between CAD$100,000 and CAD$125,000, plus performance-based incentives.

Accessibility Statement:

• We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Talent Acquisition team during the recruitment process at [email protected]. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

• We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Interested candidates must submit their resume to [email protected].