Manager, Financing Solutions

National Bank of Canada; St. Albert; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial banking seeks a Manager for Financing Solutions. This role involves credit underwriting, risk management, and client engagement, providing a unique opportunity to influence the organization positively. You will lead a team dedicated to exceptional service, ensuring high-value clients receive tailored solutions. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this position offers a flexible, hybrid work environment where your contributions will be valued. Join a collaborative team that celebrates individual differences and fosters a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Employee share ownership

Assistance programs

Community involvement opportunities

Virtual sleep clinic

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in commercial banking and credit underwriting.
• Knowledge of risk management and business lending functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide credit assessments and manage client relationships.
• Monitor risks and ensure compliance with credit policies.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs and foster relationships.

Skills

Effective communication

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Results-driven

Emotional intelligence

Teamwork

Accountability

Client focus

Empathy

Initiative

Learning agility

Resiliency

Humility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in commerce, finance, or accounting

Job description

Area of Interest: Advisory services, Commercial banking

A career as a Manager, Financing Solutions in the Commercial Banking team at National Bank involves providing credit structuring, credit underwriting, risk management, and client-facing support for a diverse client portfolio with average loan volumes primarily over $10MM. The role includes performing credit underwriting, monitoring, and adjudication within the Mid-Market commercial banking space. It offers the opportunity to positively impact the organization through a thorough understanding of credit policies and arrangements, with ongoing development of knowledge related to unique credit structures. The position involves daily contact with clients and relationship managers, and acts as a mentor to the specialist team.

1. Credit Underwriting: Support sales teams by providing effective and timely credit assessments for new and existing clients. Manage risks and client relationships, and collaborate to develop comprehensive client solutions.
2. Risk Management: Use knowledge of credit policies to mitigate risks, ensure proper measures are in place, and balance risk and reward in line with NBC’s risk appetite. Monitor and perform due diligence to minimize operational losses.
3. Client Experience: Engage with clients regularly to retain high-value clients, understand their needs, and refer them to other business partners within NBC.
4. Play-to-Win Leadership: Demonstrate leadership aligned with company values, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, champion change, coach team members, and invest in talent development.

Your team

You will be part of a team of 9 colleagues within the commercial banking sector, reporting to a Senior Manager. The team is known for its exceptional service and support, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment with flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

Basic requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in commerce, finance, or accounting, with 6 years of experience
• Knowledge of risk management, banking, and business lending functions
• Experience in commercial credit underwriting across various industries, with leadership and coaching experience

Skills

Effective communication, diversity & inclusion awareness, results-driven, emotional intelligence, teamwork, accountability, client focus, empathy, initiative, learning agility, resiliency, humility.

Additional benefits include health and wellness programs, employee share ownership, assistance programs, banking services, community involvement opportunities, and a virtual sleep clinic, among others.

Our workplace promotes a positive employee experience through modern tools, active listening, and ongoing feedback. We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity, welcoming all candidates and providing accommodations during the recruitment process.

Why work at National Bank?

Support for your career development

Opportunities for growth include on-the-job training, mentoring, internal career days, and professional development programs.

Inclusive and diverse environment

We celebrate individual differences and strive for an inclusive workplace. Join us to bring your unique qualities to our team.