Job Title -Bilingual Grants SpecialistCompany -Zero To One StrategicLocation -Remote, Canada-basedPosition Type -Full-timeStart date -ImmediateSalary - $75,000 - $80,000 / yrAbout UsZero To One Strategic is a specialized consultancy that helps innovative companies maximize revenue from Canadian R&D and innovation programs. We work with startups and scale-ups across multiple sectors and take a long-term, outcomes-driven approach to non-dilutive funding, including grants, subsidies, and tax credits.The Grants team works closely with founders and technical leaders to design and execute integrated funding strategies that support R&D, commercialization, and scale. To date, we have helped clients secure millions of dollars in non-dilutive funding and continue to grow as demand increases. We support clients end-to-end, from identifying and matching to the right funding opportunities, through grant writing and submission, to post-award support, delivering a well-rounded, non-dilutive funding experience.We operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about supporting Canadian innovation and entrepreneurship. Our team works across disciplines and in close partnership with founders to help translate key milestones, technical ideas, and growth plans into funded, scalable outcomes. We look for team members who are equally excited to work alongside founders to help bring ambitious ideas to life.Position OverviewWe are looking for a Bilingual Grants Specialist to manage and execute grant strategies across a large portfolio of active clients. This role focuses on client management, opportunity oversight, and ownership of funding outcomes, not grant writing alone.You will be responsible for managing 50+ client accounts, staying ahead of new and existing funding opportunities, coordinating contractors and internal resources,



communicating with funding agencies, reviewing and editing submissions, and ensuring applications are delivered on time and to a high standard.This integral role on our Grants team suits someone who is highly organized, tech-savvy, comfortable operating at scale, and confident managing multiple stakeholders simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesClient / Portfolio ManagementOwn a portfolio of 50+ active clients with ongoing grant strategiesServe as the primary point of coordination for grant-related workWork directly with founders and their leadership teams to translate business priorities, projects, and technical roadmaps into fundable grant strategiesEnsure clients are informed of relevant opportunities and timelinesManage active, submitted, and awarded opportunities through to final outcome & reportingGrants Prospect ManagementMonitor federal and provincial funding programs relevant to assigned clientsAssess eligibility, effort, timing, and likelihood of successAdvise clients on which opportunities to pursue or deprioritize based on eligibility, past success, etc.Maintain visibility across the full grants pipeline for each clientProactively flag risks, dependencies, and resourcing needsContractor and Workflow ManagementCoordinate internal and external grant writers and subject matter expertsProvide clear briefs, context, and deadlinesReview, edit,



and quality check all submissions before final deliveryEnsure alignment with client positioning and funder requirementsCollaborate closely with Customer Success, SR&ED, and other internal teams to ensure a well-rounded, client-first funding experience.Writing SupportContribute to writing full applications, where appropriateEdit and strengthen drafts written by others for QC, clarity, compliance, and impactUse AI tools such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Claude to support research and drafting with strong human oversightProcess, Documentation, and Follow UpTrack deadlines, submission status, and outcomes across your portfolioMaintain accurate records and documentationSupport post submission follow ups and funder questionsQualificationsTwo or more years of experience in grants, funding advisory, or related rolesExperience managing a high volume of clients or projects simultaneouslyStrong editing, review and QC skillsSolid understanding of Canadian government funding programs (e.G., federal, provincial, municipal, sector-specific)Tech-savvy and comfortable using tools such as G Suite, CRM platforms (e.G., HubSpot), and modern AI-assisted productivity toolsExcellent organization and time management skillsClear and skilled written and verbal communicationEnglish and French speaking and writing skills are requiredExperience working with startups or scale-ups is a strong plusExposure to software, AI, med tech, cleantech, or advanced manufacturing is beneficialComfort operating in a quick-paced consulting environment with evolving prioritiesExperience working with startups or scale-ups is a strong assetCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive full-time salary based on experienceRemote first work environmentOpportunities for growth as the grants function scalesWork closely with a senior team in the innovation funding space

📌 Bilingual Grants Specialist (Edmonton)
🏢 ZerotoOne Strategic
📍 Edmonton