Business Development Bank of Canada

BILINGUAL SENIOR MANAGER, PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT

Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related field
  • 3 to 5 years of Account Manager experience in banking
  • Solid understanding of banking products, policies, and processes
  • Experience in financial statement review and analysis
  • Proficient in assessing credit risk and risk ratings
  • Demonstrated ability to implement proactive solutions
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
  • Bilingual in French and English

Responsibilities

  • Manage compliance with BDC’s audit policies and ensure file documentation is complete and accurate
  • Conduct annual portfolio reviews and monitor client borrowing activities
  • Analyze financial statements and assess client risk ratings
  • Identify and manage potential risk situations proactively
  • Evaluate high-risk service requests and suggest risk-reduction solutions
  • Authorize or recommend loan amendments within approval authorities
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective client solutions
  • Mentor team members to enhance overall team effectiveness
  • Monitor regional economic trends affecting BDC clients and portfolios
  • Stay updated on banking policies and regulatory changes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute directly to the success of Canadian entrepreneurs
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on team effectiveness
  • Professional development and mentoring opportunities
  • Engagement in a growth-oriented organization dedicated to the Canadian market
  • Ability to work in both of Canada’s official languages
Full Job Description

BILINGUALISM (EN/FR) REQUIRRED.


POSITION OVERVIEW


BDC is the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs. As a Senior Manager, Portfolio Management, you will support the ongoing management of the Bank’s loan portfolio by processing service requests and annual reviews throughout the loan lifecycle. You will analyze complex credit and portfolio matters, recommend solutions that meet client needs, and ensure alignment with BDC policies, processes, and risk standards. Your work contributes directly to the success of Canadian businesses.


CHALLENGES TO BE MET


  • Manage outstanding file-related requirements in accordance with BDC audit policies, processes, and procedures by ensuring documentation is complete, conditions are satisfied, required information is accurate, and signatures are obtained.
  • Complete annual portfolio reviews by assessing portfolio profitability, monitoring client borrowing activity, identifying financing or consulting opportunities, and supporting client retention.
  • Review financial statements, perform financial analysis, and assess client risk ratings.
  • Identify and actively manage potential risk situations, including payment arrears, deteriorating risk profiles, and declining financial performance.
  • Evaluate complex and high-risk service requests and recommend appropriate solutions, including restructuring agreements to minimize risk and mitigate potential losses.
  • Authorize, decline, or recommend loan amendments and service requests within established approval authorities while maintaining high standards of analysis and due diligence.
  • Collaborate with Credit, Business Development teams, business centres, and other internal stakeholders to deliver effective client solutions and ensure consistent application of policies.
  • Coach, mentor, and share expertise with team members to support team effectiveness.
  • Monitor regional economic trends and assess potential impacts on BDC clients and portfolio performance.
  • Remain current on changes to banking policies, procedures, detailed processes, credit practices, and regulatory requirements that may affect BDC.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR


Required qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 3 to 5 years of experience as an Account Manager in the banking sector.
  • Knowledge of banking products, services, policies, processes, and procedures.
  • Experience reviewing financial statements and conducting financial analysis.
  • Ability to evaluate complex financial structures.
  • Experience assessing credit risk and/or risk ratings.
  • Ability to identify issues, exercise sound judgment, and implement proactive solutions.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in a changing business environment.
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
  • Bilingualism in French and English.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience completing annual portfolio reviews of commercial lending relationships.
  • Experience with loan servicing, loan amendments, or credit restructuring activities.
  • Experience managing high-risk credit or portfolio situations.
  • Experience coaching or mentoring colleagues.
  • Knowledge of regional economic conditions and their impact on commercial clients.

While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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