About the role

Finance manager leading international financing guarantees at Export Development Canada. Guiding underwriting, credit decisions, and teams supporting Canadian exporters and foreign investments.

Responsibilities

Lead the team to provide predictable, timely, and high-quality financing services
Support Business Development leaders, Account Managers, and Global Account Directors from the pre-opportunity stage through identification of a financing solution and entry into underwriting
Provide oversight, coaching, and guidance to Financing Managers throughout the underwriting process
Interpret client financing needs, assess requirements, and identify practical solutions aligned with EDC’s mandate and risk appetite
Exercise delegated authority to approve transactions within prescribed limits
Recommend transactions to the Director or Vice-President when required
Lead, develop, and motivate direct reports by managing performance and supporting career and skills development
Ensure the team has the capacity and capability to meet organizational needs
Contribute to program and sector strategies and support their effective execution
Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities, solving problems, and participating in or leading ad hoc projects
Support the Director in executing the program strategy
Work with Canadian exporters, foreign customers, Canadian investors, foreign affiliates, and financial institutions

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of seven years of experience in financial services
Advanced knowledge of structuring or restructuring in commercial lending and/or loan portfolio management
Demonstrated leadership ability and experience operating in a high-performing, fast-paced team environment
Strong financial analysis and credit skills
Ability to lead, coach, and motivate employees
Strong business judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in an energetic, fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of credit risk standards, practices, and policies
Detail-oriented and well organized, with effective time-management skills
Highly motivated and solution-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
Ability to work legally in Canada at the time of application is preferred
Must meet requisite government security screening requirements