About the role
We are banking at another level.
Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.
Choosing BDC as your employer also means:
Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few
In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life
Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...
Explore the BDC Way in our Culture Book
POSITION OVERVIEW
BDC is the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs, supporting the growth of small and medium-sized businesses across Canada. As Manager, Portfolio Management, you contribute to the ongoing management of the Bank’s loan portfolio by processing service requests and completing annual reviews throughout the loan lifecycle. You provide advanced financial analysis and risk evaluation while collaborating with Business Development teams to deliver effective client solutions. Your work contributes directly to the success of Canadian businesses.
CHALLENGES TO BE MET
- Follow up on outstanding file items in accordance with BDC audit policies, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and properly authorized
- Complete annual portfolio reviews by validating profitability, monitoring borrowing activities, and identifying additional financing or advisory opportunities
- Analyze financial statements, perform detailed financial analysis, and assess risk ratings
- Identify and actively manage risk situations (e.g., arrears, declining performance, credit deterioration)
- Evaluate complex and high-risk service requests and recommend solutions to restructure agreements and mitigate potential losses
- Authorize, decline, or recommend service requests within established limits, ensuring high-quality analysis and due diligence
- Collaborate with Credit teams, Business Centres, and internal stakeholders to ensure consistent policy application and effective client solutions
- Maintain strong working relationships with colleagues to support teamwork and shared objectives
- Coach and mentor team members by sharing expertise and best practices
- Monitor regional economic trends and assess potential impacts on clients and portfolio performance
- Stay current on changes in policies, procedures, and credit/regulatory trends impacting lending practices
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience as an Account Manager (or similar role) in the banking or financial services sector
- Experience analyzing financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Experience performing financial analysis and credit risk assessment
- Knowledge of banking products, services, and lending processes
- Ability to analyze complex financial structures and loan arrangements
- Ability to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
- Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated sound judgment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Effective collaboration and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingualism in French and English
- Experience with loan portfolio management and annual review processes
- Experience handling complex or high-risk credit files
Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at accessibility@bdc.ca.
While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Aplyr's read
BDC Venture Capital empowers Canadian entrepreneurs with tailored financing and advisory services, fostering innovation and growth within the national business landscape.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on supporting Canadian entrepreneurs with tailored financial solutions.
- •Offers a diverse range of roles across various Canadian regions.
- •Provides comprehensive advisory services that enhance business strategy and growth.
What to watch
- •Limited public information about career progression within BDC.
- •Potential bureaucratic challenges as a government-affiliated institution.
- •Roles may require bilingual proficiency, limiting opportunities for non-bilingual candidates.
Why BDC Venture Capital
- •BDC is uniquely positioned as a government-backed institution supporting Canadian business innovation.
- •Focuses specifically on the Canadian market, offering localized expertise.
- •Combines financing with strategic advisory services to support comprehensive business development.
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About BDC Venture Capital
BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada) is a financial institution that provides financing, advisory services, and venture capital to Canadian entrepreneurs.
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