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Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Edmonton, Canada Area

•Provide support to branches on High Risk Accounts through the approval of credit limits for customers by direct approval within discretionary limits, or through recommendations to senior management.•Discuss terms and conditions of credit applications and related matters with the Branches as required.•Monitor and assess the quality of the portfolio by risk rating, and establish appropriate allowances and measure the results against the Bank objectives and business plan.•Periodically review the Bank’s Lending Policy & Guidelines specific to High Risk sections, and recommend changes/amendments for approval to Senior Management.

Calgary, Canada Area

About BDC Capital:A subsidiary of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), BDC Capital offers a full spectrum of specialized financing and investment solutions at every stage of a business’ development. As the country’s leading provider of risk capital, and with more than $1.6 billion under management, BDC Capital takes a strategic, patient approach to nurture companies’ development over the long term.Our Growth & Transition Capital team offers customized financing solutions, such as cash flow loans, mezzanine debt and equity investments, for Canadian companies looking to develop a new product or market, acquire a competitor’s business or transfer their business to another person. Structured financing transactions generally range from $500,000 to $35 million.Reporting to the Managing Director, this role includes responsibility for sales of subordinated debt and private equity investments as well as the subsequent management of the portfolio of investment transactions.The primary focus is to meet the organizational goals of profitability and balance sheet growth, while maintaining acceptable investment risks. Key Responsibilities:* sales and business development in accordance with strategies* proactively identify and monitor investment risks and develop strategies* liase with bankers at Business Development Bank in order to co-ordinate service delivery to the overall client baseSpecializing in Subordinated Debt, Mezzanine and Equity financing for:* Acquisitions (competitors, suppliers or clients)* Shareholder buyouts (intergeneration transfers, buyout by existing management, buyout by new team)* Working capital for growth (new markets and new products - R&D/innovation)* Financing of intangible assets – goodwill

Calgary, Canada Area

Reporting to the national Business Head, this role leads all facets of the regional commercial banking business, with a staff of approximately 45, situate in 6 cities across the prairie provinces. The role includes full responsibility for the P & L, with primary responsibility, oversight, communication, and direction to the team leaders in the areas of sales, risk management, and talent development and retention.The primary focus is to lead the regional team in order to meet the organizational goals of profitability and balance sheet growth, while maintaining acceptable credit and operational risks. This includes the development and implementation of strategies to drive sales growth, while ensuring that a high level of customer service is maintained. Key Responsibilities:- develop and implement strategies in order to provide sales growth of commercial products and services to owner-managed companies. Products includes operating lines of credit, term loans and leasing, real estate financing, cash management, trade services, etc.- lead sales and business development in accordance with strategies- proactively identify and monitor credit and operation risks and develop strategies in conjunction with the team in order to minimize losses- develop and implement strategies to train staff in order to continually improve on skill sets- develop and implement strategies to attract and retain top talent for the benefit of the regional team and for the organization as a whole- develop, implement, and monitor strategies in order to ensure that a high level of customer services is provided to the portfolio of customers- develop and implement strategies in order to maintain strong morale within the regional team

Calgary, Canada Area

As the sole representative in Alberta, independently develop and implement sales strategies of mezzanine financing and private equity services to companies in Southern Alberta. Additionally, managing the company's portfolio of business in Southern Alberta, creating strong customer relationships and monitoring and managing risks.Key responsibilities:- develop and implement sales strategies through meetings with and presentations to identified industry contacts - independently identify, present and close on sales opportunities in order to grow organizational profitability in accordance with company goals- manage the book of mezzanine financing business in Southern Alberta in order to minimize risks while maximizing profitability- provide a high level of customer service to the portfolio- report periodically to the Business Head as to the risk profile of the portfolio and the status of sales opportunities

Calgary, Canada Area

Provides leadership, oversight, and direction to a team of 6 commercial banking professionals in the areas of upper mid-market commercial banking and commercial real estate. This includes the implementation of sales growth strategies, proactive management of credit and operational risks, coaching and leadership to the team, as well as ensuring that a high level of customer service is achieved with the portfolio and that strong morale is maintained within the team.The primary focus is to lead the team in order to meet the organizational goals of profitability and balance sheet growth, while maintaining acceptable credit and operational risks. This includes the development and implementation of strategies to drive sales growth, while ensuring that a high level of customer service is maintained. Key Responsibilities:- implement strategies in order to provide sales growth of commercial products and services to larger owner-managed companies and small to mid-size public companies, as well as commercial real estate companies. Products includes operating lines of credit, term loans and leasing, real estate development and construction financing, cash management, trade services, etc.- lead sales and business development in accordance with strategies- proactively identify and monitor credit and operation risks and develop strategies in conjunction with the team in order to minimize losses- develop and implement strategies to train staff in order to continually improve on skill sets- develop and implement strategies to attract and retain top talent for the benefit of the team and for the organization as a whole- develop, implement, and monitor strategies in order to ensure that a high level of customer services is provided to the portfolio of customers- develop and implement strategies in order to maintain strong morale within the team