Associate or Associate Director

National Bank of Canada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness program

Flexible group insurance

Generous pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Employee and family assistance program

Preferential banking services

Involvement in community initiatives

Telemedicine service

Virtual sleep clinic

Job summary

National Bank of Canada Capital Markets is seeking an Associate or Associate Director, Business Integrator to drive end-to-end integration of new OTC products and activities. You will assess initiatives, define requirements, and coordinate across Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Finance to ensure scalable, controlled delivery.

You will work with senior stakeholders to identify risks, dependencies, and governance needs, supporting prioritization and target architectures in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field with 5-7 years of Capital Markets experience.
• Strong understanding of OTC products and transaction structures across asset classes.
• Full trade lifecycle knowledge including capture, confirmation, settlement, collateral, valuation, and reporting.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end impact assessments and integration of new OTC products and changes.
• Develop understanding of proposed products and business objectives; challenge assumptions and ensure complete requirements.
• Coordinate stakeholders across Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Finance to deliver requirements.
• Identify dependencies, gaps and risks; escalate to governance forums as needed.
• Define end-to-end processes, controls, roles, and implementation documentation.
• Contribute to prioritization and sequencing of initiatives and target architectures.
• Support delivery teams in solution design and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Risk assessment

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Murex

OTC platforms

Books of record

Regulatory frameworks

Job description

A career as an Associate or Associate Director, Business Integrator on the New Products and Activities team at National Bank of Canada Capital Markets means acting as a key driver of new product implementation and strategic initiatives with a direct impact on business growth by ensuring new products and activities are integrated in a controlled, scalable, and efficient manner. In this role, you will lead the assessment and integration of new OTC products, activities and business initiatives of varying complexity. You will independently manage straightforward to moderately complex initiatives and contribute to larger or more strategic mandates under the guidance of senior team members. Success in this role requires strong stakeholder coordination, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to identify issues, risks, and dependencies early in the process.

Your Job

• Lead end-to-end impact assessments and integration of new OTC products, business activities, and material changes across Capital Markets, including contributing to the definition of end-to-end operational and regulatory requirements, risks, controls, and mitigation strategies within a robust governance framework
• Develop a deep understanding of proposed products, transaction structures, and business objectives, and act as a challenge function by questioning assumptions and ensuring completeness of requirements
• Coordinate and align end-to-end stakeholders across Operations, Technology, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Finance, and other control functions to ensure delivery of requirements across all domains
• Identify dependencies, gaps, and risks, and drive timely resolution throughout the initiative lifecycle, including escalation to senior stakeholders and governance forums when required
• Ensure end-to-end processes, controls, roles, accountabilities, and implementation documentation are clearly defined, structured, and continuously maintained
• Contribute to prioritization, sequencing of initiatives, and development of target architectures and implementation strategies aligned with business objectives
• Support delivery teams in solution design, drive cross-functional synergies, and contribute to overall team performance through knowledge sharing and problem-solving on complex initiatives

Your Team

This position reports to the Managing Director responsible for transformation and evolution initiatives in the New Products and Activities team within the Capital Markets sector. Our team consists of around 45 highly experienced, talented, and dedicated individuals and stands out for its strong collaboration, agility, and deep understanding of capital markets activities and operating models.

You will work closely with trading, risk management, and functional experts across the organization, gaining end-to-end exposure to products, processes, and business strategies. We foster a dynamic environment where learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing are encouraged.

Our training approach is based on hands-on experience and exposure to complex initiatives. You will benefit from continuous learning opportunities, access to subject matter experts, and the chance to develop a broad perspective on capital markets. Career growth opportunities include expanding into leadership roles or deepening expertise across asset classes, products, and transformation initiatives.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field with 5-7 years of relevant experience in Capital Markets
• Strong understanding of OTC products and transaction structures across asset classes and business units (Rates, Credit, FX, Equities, Commodities, Structured Products)
• In-depth knowledge of full trade lifecycle including trade capture, confirmation, settlement, collateral, valuation, and reporting
• Knowledge of OTC trading platforms, books of record (such as Murex), market infrastructure, or regulatory frameworks is considered a strong asset.
• Experience coordinating and delivering cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, with the ability to independently manage smaller initiatives and contribute to more complex programs.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational issues, assess impacts, and drive resolution through effective stakeholder engagement and escalation.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

For the Toronto location only, proficiency in English is required. French is considered an asset, but it is not mandatory.

Languages: French, English

Reason to require this language: you will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec.

Required skills: Accountability, Business Intelligence, Capital Markets, Client-focused, Communication, Driving Results, Emotional Intelligence, Humility, Initiative, Learning Agility, Product Knowledge, Resiliency, Resource Coordination, Risk Assessment, Teamwork

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
• Involvement in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

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 value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

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 people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates!

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