696 EN - (Sr.) Risk Analyst, RAPM (multiple roles)

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 84,698 - 149,341; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Performance-based incentives

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

Export Development Canada offers multiple roles for (Sr.) Risk Analysts to support Canadian businesses in their global trade endeavors. The positions are primarily responsible for conducting credit risk assessments and managing buyer portfolios to mitigate financial risks.

The ideal candidates will hold an undergraduate degree in relevant fields and have 5 to 9 years of work experience, with a strong emphasis on understanding credit assessment practices. The compensation package ranges significantly based on the role level.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience for Portfolio Risk Management 17.
• 7+ years for Portfolio Risk Management 18.
• 9+ years for Portfolio Risk Management 19.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence and analysis to establish creditworthiness and risk level.
• Assess and evaluate requests for new credit.
• Implement timely surveillance and monitoring of buyer portfolio.

Skills

Knowledge of bank credit assessment and lending practices

Knowledge of international business practices and trade

Bilingual in both official languages (French and English)

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related disciplines

Job description

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally, providing financial tools and expertise needed to explore new markets and reduce risks, all toward the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.

Application deadline: June 23rd, 2026

Position

(Sr.) Risk Analyst, RAPM (multiple roles)

Employment Type

Permanent / Contract

Compensation

• Portfolio Risk Management 17: Salaries range from $84,698 to $112,931 annually, plus a performance-based incentive.
• Portfolio Risk Management 18: Salaries range from $96,557 to $128,743 annually, plus a performance-based incentive.
• Portfolio Risk Management 19: Salaries range from $112,006 to $149,341 annually, plus a performance-based incentive.

Location

• Hybrid work environment: required two in‑office days per week, increasing to three days per week in September 2026 (subject to change).
• Can be performed from EDC's headquarters in Ottawa or from a Community Hub in Toronto or Montreal.
• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Team Overview

The Risk Assessment & Portfolio Management (RAPM) team monitors the insurance portfolio, performing independent credit risk assessment and portfolio management to ensure appropriate action is taken when credit risk of a company is no longer acceptable. RAPM participates in the ongoing review of the insurance group’s credit granting and surveillance standards and policies.

The role involves managing a portfolio of buyers, performing independent credit and financial risk assessment to assess commercial risk acceptance and repayment capabilities of these companies in support of our insurance program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence and analysis to establish creditworthiness and risk level of buyers and/or transactions.
• Assess and evaluate requests for new credit.
• Implement timely surveillance and monitoring of buyer portfolio to keep files up to date and minimize credit granting turnaround times.
• Analyze and comment on sector, market and portfolio developments.
• Adhere to credit standards to ensure appropriate documentation, analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare credit assessments and present recommendations to credit authorizers.
• Share sector and industry knowledge to support business teams, internal partners and customers.
• Learn about general credit insurance underwriting practices.
• Ensure discipline around data integrity.
• Liaise with buyers, banks, information providers and other entities to assess credit issues.
• Generate continuous improvement ideas for EDC and contribute to ad‑hoc projects related to process improvements.

Senior Risk Analyst Additional Responsibilities

• Apply deep knowledge of credit issues within relevant sectors to make timely risk‑mitigating recommendations.
• Lead portfolio management activities, gathering, analyzing and communicating data, including presentations to relevant committees and stakeholders.
• Maintain a network of internal and external stakeholders to enhance portfolio management and support projects.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related disciplines.

Experience

• Portfolio Risk Management 17: 5+ years.
• Portfolio Risk Management 18: 7+ years.
• Portfolio Risk Management 19: 9+ years.

What will make you stand out

• Professional designation or candidacy (CFA, CPA, MBA).
• Knowledge of bank credit assessment and lending practices.
• Knowledge of international business practices and trade.
• Bilingual in both official languages (French and English).

Eligibility

EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and will give preference to candidates who are able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian citizens or permanent residents). Candidates must meet government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all essential criteria and whose applications are received by the closing date.

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process. For accommodation requests, please contact [e-mail].

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