Director, Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit

iA Financial Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Vacation & wellness days

Telemedicine

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iAGMA, a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, seeks a Director of Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit to lead investment strategy for $8B AUM. You’ll mentor analysts, develop models, and present for internal and external clients. Fluency in French and advanced English required; CFA/CIM designation preferred.

Hybrid work model with strong cross‑functional collaboration across Canada. The role reports to Head of Fixed Income and collaborates with Government Bond team, developing and updating

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in fixed income portfolio management, corporate credit.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Math, CS or related field; Master’s considered an asset.
• CFA or CIM designation required for regulatory purposes.

Responsibilities

• Assist VP, Portfolio Manager, Corporate Bonds in managing mandates.
• Generate alpha via relative value analysis in fixed income portfolios.
• Analyze opportunities from external partners and monitor portfolio risk metrics.
• Develop models/tools to support investment decision making and stress test portfolios.
• Present market outlook and portfolio reviews to clients and committees.

Skills

Fixed income

Portfolio management

Communication

Time management

Autonomy

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Actuarial/Math/CS

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

Python

Data warehouses

Analytics & reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

Build the future with us Director, Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit At iAGMA, a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, you will have the opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. Our passionate teams work every day to position iAGMA among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. Reporting directly to the Head of Fixed Income, the Corporate Credit Portfolio Manager plays a key role in developing and executing iAGMA’s investment strategy, in accordance with established investment policies and performance objectives. You will serve as a subject matter expert within the Corporate Bond team and work closely with the Government Bond team to support the management and implementation of investment strategies for portfolios totaling $8 billion in assets under management.

What You Will Accomplish With Us

As Director, Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit, you will be at the heart of our mission.

• Assist the Vice President, Portfolio Manager, Corporate Bonds, in managing investment fund mandates
• Generate alpha through relative value (RV) analysis within fixed income portfolios
• Analyze complex investment opportunities sourced from external partners
• Monitor, analyze, and manage various portfolio risk metrics and investment constraints
• Synthesize data from multiple sources to support portfolio reviews and develop macroeconomic and interest rate base-case scenarios
• Manage investment fund cash flows
• Identify and manage key portfolio performance drivers
• Develop models and tools to support and enhance investment decision-making
• Perform scenario analyses and portfolio stress testing
• Review and update investment policies for various clients
• Stay informed of regulatory developments impacting investment activities
• Prepare quarterly portfolio reviews and performance updates for internal and external clients
• Present the Fixed Income team’s market outlook at committees and cross-functional meetings
• Engage with external vendors providing analytics, reporting, and related services while building strong and productive partnerships
• Develop, coach, and mentor team analysts
• Continuously optimize, monitor, document, and improve portfolio management processes

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in fixed income portfolio management, specifically in corporate credit within a financial institution
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field; a Master’s degree in a finance-related discipline is considered an asset
• Holds a professional designation (CFA or CIM), as required for regulatory purposes
• Is recognized for their initiative, autonomy, and strong time management and organizational skills
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and build strong external relationships
• Demonstrates a proven ability to create, write, and present clear and compelling investment and strategic materials
• Possesses strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• Has experience with Python, data warehouses, analytics, and reporting tools (a significant asset)
• Is fluent in French and has an advanced level of English, as the role involves daily communication with internal and external clients across Canada

Why you’ll love working with us

A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

• Flexible group insurance
• Competitive pension plan
• Stock purchase plan
• Vacation and wellness/personal development days
• Telemedicine
• Employee and family assistance program
• Ergonomic furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products
• and much more!

Locations

Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Other Possible Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee WestToronto / 26 Wellington Street East Company Industrial Alliance Investment Management Inc.

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.

Posting End Date

2026-10-30