Associate Director Private Investments Credit

Attendance

On-Site

Job number

22798

Category

Senior Professional

Status: Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

02-Oct-2024

Location: Montreal, Quebec

City

Montreal

Province/State

Quebec

Area of Interest: Financial markets and treasury

A career as Associate Director in the Private Investments (Credit) group within Global Funding & Treasury - Financial Markets at National Bank means that you will be actively participating in the investment process for private credit investment opportunities (which include deal analysis, investment due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and proactive research on market and asset class trends).

Your Job

Support the team in sourcing, screening and evaluating private credit investment opportunities
Actively participate in evaluating and end to end underwriting of investment opportunities
Conduct comprehensive due diligence and perform in depth qualitative and quantitative analysis
Contribute to the development of solid and detailed investment theses and make final recommendations to the relevant investment committees
Coordinate and lead deal execution with all other professional services (Tax, Legal & Operations)
Participate in portfolio management (contribute to performance evaluation and portfolio risk monitoring using various assessment techniques and benchmark portfolios)
Perform ad hoc investment related research and valuation as required
Participate in the development and maintenance of quantitative models for evaluation, portfolio monitoring, risk management, and business intelligence purposes

Your Team

You will be part of the Global Funding & Treasury - Financial Markets team means working in a dynamic environment that allows you to excel while creating strong collaborative ties across all sectors of the National Bank and Financial Markets. You will report to the Managing Director, Private Investments.

The Private Investments Group manages (1) the proprietary Investment portfolio of the Bank, (2) the global private markets allocation of the Pension Fund and (3) the private capital funds selection for other related entities.

The Group focuses on sourcing, evaluating and investing in private credit & portfolio financing, opportunistic, distressed situations as well as private equity, venture capital, real estate and infrastructure investment opportunities.

This position is based in Montreal.

Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, with qualifications in finance, economics or accounting. A master’s degree in finance and/or CFA or CBV qualification(s) will be considered an asset
An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
At least 5 years of relevant full-time experience in credit market investment, financial markets, asset management, and/or corporate financing
Experience in private credit, project finance, deal structuring (equity/debt), credit and investment analysis, investment banking, capital markets, corporate banking, or external fund manager selection is a significant asset
Experience in investing in external managers/funds would be valuable
In-depth understanding of private and public credit markets dynamics
Strong quantitative financial modeling and accounting analytical skills
Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint. Programming skills is considered an asset
Ability to perform complex valuation, identify key drivers and risks
Ability to work effectively under pressure with a high degree of autonomy

Languages:

English, French

Reason to require this language: you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.

Skills

Bilingual Communications Corporate Banking Credit Credit Analysis Credit Underwriting Diversity & Inclusion Financial Markets Financial Markets Credit Financial Modeling Investment Analysis Investment Banking Leveraged Finance Portfolio Management Private Equity Teamwork

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

Health and wellness program, including many options
Flexible group insurance
Generous pension plan
Employee Share Ownership Plan
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Preferential banking services
Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
Telemedicine service
Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. 

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first:

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.  Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We want to offer an accessible, barrier-free workplace to all employees.

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!

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For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?