Advisor, Operations

The Opportunity:

The Advisor plays a pivotal role in advancing strategic priorities across the Sunwing Tour Operator functions. Reporting to the President, Sunwing, this role serves as a key integrator, thought partner, and strategic advisor to the Sunwing Tour Operator Senior Leadership Team. 

What You'll Do:

• Operate across strategic, operational, and tactical levels, providing oversight for critical and confidential Tour Operation processes and initiatives that span functions or fall outside of traditional reporting structures 
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to the President and Sunwing Senior Leadership Team, acting as a sounding board and offering fresh perspectives
• Facilitate the flow of critical information across internal and external stakeholders, serving as an extension of the President and also a key liaison across the WestJet Group’s ecosystem 
• Navigate complex cross-functional discussions with professionalism and neutrality, managing competing perspectives and aligning stakeholders
• Lead internal planning and governance for SVG teams, including, but not limited to, Business Reviews, OKRs (objectives and key results), Budget alignment, leadership offsites, Board materials, and town halls 
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all major SVG functions and collaborate closely with their leaders 
• Integrate, connect and ensure a holistic approach for workstreams that could otherwise rema in siloed; working in close collaboration with the other members of the SVG SLT to ensure alignment across all critical priority and cross-functional strategic initiatives and transformational projects 
• Review and facilitate strategic business planning to ensure cohesive alignment between departmental and corporate objectives;
• Prepare high-impact presentations for ExComm and the Board of Directors, distilling complex data into actionable insights to enable swift, informed decision-making. 

What You'll Need:

Competencies & Attributes 

• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs into concise, compelling insights 
• Championing in numbers combined with the ability to build authentic relationships and engage in meaningful conversations beyond business topics.
• Politically astute and organizationally savvy; skilled at anticipating risks and mitigating challenges before they materialize 
• Demonstrated excellence in project and stakeholder management, with a meticulous attention to detail and a bias for execution under tight timelines 
• Highly trusted and discreet; adept at handling sensitive information with integrity and professionalism 
• Exceptional communication and executive writing skills; able to tailor messaging to a variety of audiences and amplify leadership narratives across different mediums 
• Collaborative and team-oriented, yet self-directed and confident in assuming leadership without formal authority 
• Optimistic, resilient, and solution-focused, with a passion for delivering meaningful organizational impact 

Professional Experience & Qualifications 

• Minimum of 7+  years of progressive experience in corporate strategy, or executive advisory roles within large, complex, or matrixed organizations 
• At least 5 years of direct experience partnering with senior operations executives, providing strategic guidance and supporting enterprise-level decision-making 
• Proven ability to lead and support cross-functional initiatives driving alignment and execution across diverse stakeholder groups 
• Strong familiarity with corporate governance processes, including preparation of Board and executive committee materials, leadership meeting coordination, and performance planning cycles 
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills, with a track record of distilling complex qualitative and quantitative inputs into high-impact insights and executive-level presentations 
• Experience navigating organizations through strategic change, cultural transformation, or high-growth phases, with a focus on operational integration and business continuity 
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or equivalent graduate education strongly preferred 

What We Offer:

• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Great travel perks!
• Goodlife Corporate Discount
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Growth opportunities
• Free Parking
• Open concept, collaborative workspace
• Fresh Café with delicious snacks and meals at a subsidized price!
• Opportunity to give back through our social responsibility initiatives
• See for yourself! @sunwinglife