Account manager, creative industries

National Bank; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Montreal seeks an Account Manager for its Creative Industries team. The role involves developing business opportunities and providing financial strategies to clients in the entertainment sector. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in sales, commercial credit, and a strong network in the industry. This position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and wellness program

Flexible group insurance

Generous pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Preferential banking services

Opportunities in community initiatives

Telemedicine service

Virtual sleep clinic

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's or 3 years with a Master's.
• Strong sales and business development background.
• Experience with financial statements and commercial credit.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop business opportunities in the Creative Industry.
• Help clients achieve objectives with financial strategies.
• Negotiate agreements ensuring risk management compliance.

Skills

Sales and business development

Analyzing financial statements

Commercial credit experience

Professional network in the entertainment industry

Good knowledge of the entertainment industry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

A career as an Account Manager in the specialized Creative Industries team at National Bank (such as audiovisual and film production, video games, special effects, virtual reality, specialized equipment rental services, etc.) means acting as an expert to support entertainment sector businesses in all their needs, including their financing projects.

This role allows you to have a positive impact on our organization. Thanks to your entrepreneurial spirit, motivation, and experience, you will help your assigned client portfolio grow and thrive. Your complex and varied responsibilities will quickly make you a trusted advisor for your clients.

Your Role

• Identify and develop business opportunities in the Creative Industry market, grow your commercial client base, and establish business development strategies.
• Help your clients achieve their business objectives by offering financial strategies based on the most appropriate combination of the Bank’s products and services.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of agreements with clients while ensuring compliance with risk management standards and profitability criteria.
• Stay informed about economic trends in the entertainment industry and ensure that the products and services offered meet the evolving needs of our clients.
• Actively participate in various networking activities (cocktails, markets, conferences, etc.).
• The candidate must be able to identify all risks inherent to activities in the sector.

Your Team

Within the Creative Industries sector, you are part of a large team of 40 colleagues and report to the Associate Vice President.

Our action‑based training programs allow you to master your role. Personalized training content is available to support continuous learning. Access to colleagues with diverse expertise, experiences, and profiles enriches your development from every perspective.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in sales and business development.
• Experience analyzing financial statements.
• Experience in commercial credit.
• Professional network in the entertainment industry.
• Good knowledge of the entertainment industry.

Your benefits

• Health and wellness program, including many options
• Flexible group insurance
• Generous pension plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Preferential banking services
• Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. Our dynamic work environments and cutting‑edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier‑free workplace that is accessible to all employees. We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? Come live your ambitions with us!