VP - Head of Toronto

About Dedale:Dedale is the differentiating source of strategic intelligence in the technology space.With a unique team of over 100 full-time research analysts & planners, Dedale leverages a network of over 10,000 market professionals to deliver on-the-ground strategic intelligence to investors and corporates, with a core focus around North America and Europe.Our team gathers top talents with diverse and international backgrounds. Our Research & Investment team has the strongest expertise in the ecosystem on B2B Software due diligence, and we are surrounded by a network of mentors including high-profile tech founders and investors.Our Culture:Dedale gathers a group of highly talented international individuals (incl. US, Chinese, Filipino, French, Moroccan, Latvian, Lebanese nationalities among others).The leadership team is composed of experienced investment professionals & management consultants (ex-McKinsey, BCG Project Leaders & managers).Our advisory board is extremely high profile, including some of the most successful investors worldwide (incl. Managing Partners of the largest PE and Growth Equity funds, and Tech unicorn entrepreneurs).We seek to develop a dream team of outstanding investment analysts with strong academic and professional achievements and a passion for investing and technology.Your Opportunity:This role offers the opportunity to lead Dedale Intelligence's expansion into North America, opening our Toronto presence from the ground up. You will establish and build the local team, set up our Toronto subsidiary, and nurture the commercial activity in the Toronto and North America market. Working hand in hand with our New York office and headquarters in Paris, you will shape how Dedale grows in one of North America most important markets. Your Role:1.Research LeadershipLead research on software & technology companies and market segmentsBuild, grow and coach a team of 3–4 analysts and associates, fast growing up to 10, dedicated to researchCollaborate with a team of ~10 highly experienced ex-Tier 1 management consultants at Paris HQ, contributing to the researchDeliver high-quality, valuable deliverables that support decision-making on multi-million euro investmentsCommunicate directly with very high-profile customers, including fund managing partners, billionaire entrepreneurs, and family office <managers2.Market> OpenerLead the opening of the Munich officeLead recruitment locally and embed Dedale's cultureSupport the strategic development of the company hand in hand with the founders and leadership team, to build a sustainable and unique differentiation in the market3.Account ManagementOwn client relationships in the Toronto marketBuild trusted, high-level rapport with PE Partners, M&A Directors, and C-suite leaders, adding value through market intelligence fluency in live conversations and in-person meetingsDrive expansion through a solution-focused approach, identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities across the account lifecycleDesign and execute account-level growth strategiesAct as the voice of the customer internally, working cross-functionally to ensure product updates and features align with the sophisticated needs of our client baseYour Profile:Strong track record of operational leadership and delivering measurable results in Germany5–7+ years of experience in top-tier management consultingEntrepreneurial mindset with hands-on experience leading business growth or market expansionSmart and strategic, but a real operator — comfortable getting things done without a safety netClear, confident communicator with strong leadership and stakeholder management skillsSolid understanding of business strategy, digital transformation, and the B2B software landscapeComfortable working independently in fast-moving environments, with a genuine sense of urgencyProven experience building and developing high-performing teams from the ground upAble to deliver impact quicklyFluent in German and English — essential for client-facing work in the DACH marketCherry on the Cake:You like collaborating as a team and delivering your best as an individualYou are passionate about technology, innovation, and investmentRecruitment Process:Introductory call with our Head of HR Pre-case with our COO & MD1 Case Study with our VPFinal on-site interview with Managing Director, CEO, and coffee chat with the team