Application deadline: November 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST
Position: Director, Structured and Project Finance - Digital Industries and Advanced Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Compensation Details: Director, Underwriter 22: Salaries typically range from $178,118 to $237,490 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.
Location:- Export Development Canada operates under a hybrid work model. As of September 2026, our in-office requirement has increased to three days per week and will be implemented gradually through a phased approach based on employee location. (subject to change).
- This role is expected to be based at EDC's Headquarters in Ottawa. Candidates located near EDC's Toronto or Montreal offices will also be considered.
- Relocation assistance to Ottawa will be made available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.
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Team& Job Overview EDC's Structured and Project Finance Group is one of Canada's largest internationally focused project finance teams and is a significant player in the global M&A, project, and infrastructure space. Since its establishment in 1995, the Group has closed over 700 transactions globally, accounting for financings in excess of US$60 billion. Over the years, EDC's Structured and Project Finance team has built a significant portfolio across different industries, like mining and metals, infrastructure, telecommunications, energy, renewables, and clean technology.
Structured and Project Finance is a specialized field of finance, in which financing decisions are based upon project-specific cash flow and assets. Generally speaking, these transactions tend to be large and complex. Counterparties to EDC's Structured and Project Finance transactions include top-tier Canadian and international sponsors, exporters, law firms and international Project Finance and investment banks.
The Director of Structured and Project Finance is responsible for the
Digital Industries and Advanced Manufacturing sector and people leadership of a team of 5-9 professionals, overall strategic direction and operations of the In-focused teams. The subsectors covered under Infrastructure includes Digital (Telecom, Data Centers, Space etc) and Advanced Manufacturing across different sub-sectors including Defense and Security . The ideal candidate has proven leadership skills, agility, strong work ethic, and is results oriented.
What you will be doing: - Provide leadership to a Team of product specialists.
- Role model key EDC leadership principles, focused on developing a culture of performance, empowerment, achievement and team spirit;
- Set the strategic direction and key priorities in respect of where Structured and Project financings can have the greatest impacts for Canada, including a focused plan around target subsectors, buyers, customers and markets and how to deploy structured financings optimally
- In collaboration with our Business Development Groups, set a proactive business development and corporate representation plan to support execution of strategic goals and promote the knowledge, network and professionalism of EDC Structured and Project Finance with relevant stakeholders
- Utilize leadership skills and business knowledge to provide effective oversight on complex, high risk financing transactions, ensuring that the structures are appropriate and commercially sound, presentations and submissions are professional and of the highest standard, and authorizations are fully complied with according to EDC's risk management framework
- Champion initiatives which foster continuous improvements in the delivery of our financing solutions, as well as furthers other relevant EDC priorities and strategies.
- Responsible for building a high-performance environment and implementing a people strategy that attracts, retains and develops their team by fostering an inclusive work environment.
- Direct the performance management and skill/career development of assigned staff to ensure adequate capacity and capability to meets organizational needs.
What we are looking for:- MBA or equivalent graduate degree in business, finance, economics, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience working with project finance or similar debt products in the infrastructure, digital, space, telecom or other sectors.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience in a time-sensitive, transaction-based environment
• Bilingual in both official languages (English and French) *
*In the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, a qualified unilingual candidate will be considered. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Skills & Competencies:- Strong credit and financial analysis skills
- Strong people management skills to be able to effectively delegate, coach and motivate
- Effective communication skills to communicate direction to team, to update various teams on actions and issues and to communicate upward in the organization
- Solid relationship management and highly effective presentation skills
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Highly developed senses of motivation, diplomacy, and initiative
- Strategic thinking, planning and execution abilities
- Personal agility
- Knowledge of general business practices, international business issues and economics
- Demonstrated success in building, motivating and managing a high-performance team
What will make you stand out:- Relevant professional designation (CFA, CA, CMA or CGA)
Eligibility:EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. Internal applicants must also meet EDC's eligibility criteria for applying to internal opportunities. For more information, please refer to Section 2.1 in the Talent Acquisition Standard, available on LINK under the Resources tab in the Policies & Procedures section.
The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.
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