Marsh McLennan

SVP, Credit Specialties

Marsh McLennan$160K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of experience in (re)insurance, banking, or consulting focused on structured finance and/or credit risk transfer.
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Broker license (Ontario) to be obtained within 3 months after onboarding, or currently held.
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • Highly collaborative team player in a multicultural work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key team member managing accounts in the Financial Institutions Practice.
  • Market and negotiate credit placements across various finance sectors.
  • Oversee the entire transaction lifecycle from origination to closing.
  • Educate stakeholders on credit risk transfer solutions tailored to client needs.
  • Provide structuring recommendations to align with clients' insurance market goals.
  • Conduct research on private credit and structured finance to enhance service offerings.
  • Build strong relationships and manage client demands effectively.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and support from leaders.
  • Inclusive culture with a focus on collaborative solutions.
  • Access to various career opportunities within a large organization.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Credit Specialties team at Marsh Risk. This role will be based in Toronto. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

The Credit Specialties team offers risk management solutions that focus on payment, performance, and country risks, helping clients replace collateral, secure finance and release capital in a world of continuous change. Due to the size of the current transaction pipeline and accelerating market demand, we are seeking a Senior Vice President reporting to the Financial Institutions Practice Leader for North America, bridging insurance, structured finance, and capital markets to support banks, asset managers, and other non-bank financial institutions in efficiently transferring credit risk.

We will count on you to:
  • Serve as a senior and integral team member for key accounts within the Financial Institutions Practice in Credit Specialties, supporting origination, structuring and placement of credit risk transfer solutions while ensuring service meets or exceeds expectations and protecting the company from Errors & Omissions
  • Market, negotiate and place a wide spectrum of credits, including but not limited to project finance, asset acquisition finance, aircraft finance, corporate finance, consumer finance, shipping finance, real estate, securitization, lease finance and related derivatives, trade finance, and bank surety
  • Support all aspects of the transaction lifecycle from origination to closing in conjunction with the broker account team, including accurate and timely delivery of structuring advice, transaction materials, legal documentation/contract negotiation, and administration
  • Educate and deliver thoughtful advice to external and internal stakeholders on available credit risk transfer solutions, combining understanding of client capital structure, accounting and economic objectives, and the regulatory environment
  • Provide structuring recommendations to help clients achieve their goals within the parameters of insurance market appetite
  • Undertake research and analysis (with a focus on private credit and structured finance products) to stay on top of market developments and help continually improve/refine the offering
  • Manage high-level transactional client demands, communicate effectively, and build trusted relationships with external and internal stakeholders
  • Knowledge share and develop others as the team grows


What you need to have:
  • 10-15 years of experience in (re)insurance, banking, or consulting engaged in structured finance and/or credit risk transfer
  • Ability to quickly absorb, analyze, and act upon information, demonstrating strong proficiency with figures, accuracy, and attention to detail while meeting deadlines
  • Broker license (Ontario) obtained within 3 months after onboarding and/or currently held, and must be legally eligible to work in Canada
  • Strong team player with the ability to work in a deal-driven, collaborative and multicultural work environment


What makes you stand out:
  • Knowledge of acceptable CRM tools and requirements in the Americas to best help advise clients achieve capital and limit relief
  • Transactional experience including familiarity with off balance sheet structures (e.g., SPVs), conduit financing and investor appetite (funded and unfunded), regulatory capital treatment by asset class, legal documentation review and negotiation, and IFRS 9/US GAAP implications and solutions
  • Highly organized with the ability to work under time pressure while consistently meeting deadlines


Why join our team:
  • We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
  • We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
  • Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.


This is a New position.

About Marsh McLennan

Marsh McLennan Careers

Join the exceptional team at Marsh McLennan, a global leader in professional services, offering unparalleled job opportunities in insurance, risk management, and consultancy. As the company propels forward, it invites dedicated professionals to contribute to a culture of innovation, leadership, and growth.

Work You’ll Do

At Marsh McLennan, you will engage with complex challenges that push the boundaries of your skills and knowledge. Our team thrives on diversity and the shared goal of delivering impactful solutions to our clients worldwide. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity training and leadership development, ensuring every team member is equipped for success.

Explore Professional Growth

Marsh McLennan is committed to the professional growth of its employees. Whether you are seeking a position that offers a path to leadership or looking for robust internship programs to kickstart your career, Marsh McLennan provides the resources and global platform to propel your ambitions into achievements. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and continuous professional development of all staff, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

Innovative Work Environment

Our company is at the forefront of industry innovation. The collaboration between experienced professionals and fresh talent generates dynamic solutions that keep Marsh McLennan at the cutting edge of the industry. Our team is encouraged to lead with creativity and embrace new ideas, driving the company’s legacy of pioneering industry-first solutions.

Join Our Team

Marsh McLennan is hiring! Explore the multitude of job opportunities on our careers page, from strategic advisory roles to operational excellence positions. We look for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Enhance your career with Marsh McLennan, where your skills will be honed through challenging projects and high-impact strategies.

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Networking at Marsh McLennan opens doors to enriching connections and countless opportunities within the industry. Our professionals benefit from an environment that fosters networking through events, professional groups, and collaborative projects. With Marsh McLennan, career advancement is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

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Learn more about Marsh McLennan
Size
83,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2 billion
Founded
1914
5 Year Trend
+8.5%
Revenue
$17.2 billion
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