Associate Director, Corporate Client Group Finance

In this role, you will be part of the Corporate Client Group – Finance (CCGF) team which acts as mid-market Corporate Banking for RBC’s Canadian Banking business unit and plays a key role in the realization of CCG objectives through the structuring, delivery and management of the bank debt of a targeted customer base. We target loan origination in the Canadian mid-market, including large Canadian subsidiaries of foreign multinationals, private and small cap public Canadian companies. We are also responsible for meeting annually established targets for loan derived revenues and returns and providing advice to our partners on optimizing the use of lending in connection with broader RBC relationship goals.

What will you do?

• Part of a national team of CCGF underwriters committed to the delivery of quality credit products to RBC clients and targets

• Support CCG bankers to structure, deliver, close, and monitor syndicated and bi-lateral loan transactions

• Assist with preparation of marketing pitches to existing and potential clients for corporate loans (acquisition loans, bridge loans, term loans, revolving credit facilities)

• Support CCGF team credit submissions, including research, analysis, financial modelling and due diligence as part of transaction processes. The role will allow candidates to use and develop complex financial modelling skills, credit structuring and documentation skills that are all critical elements of corporate and commercial lending

• Support CCGF team with transaction documentation and coordination with clients and legal counsel which includes interacting with CCG clients

• Assist with loan portfolio management, client strategies and related administrative duties

• Engage with RBC partners and functions including Group Risk Management, Private Banking, Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Treasury Management, Specialized Financing (Asset Based Lending, Leasing, Trade Finance etc.), Personal Banking, and others

• Liaise with back office functions connected to, for example, closing and funding, wires, payments, settlements, etc.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Undergraduate degree in business, economics, accounting, or finance with basic knowledge of credit, credit metrics, and credit structuring

• Strong quantitative, financial modeling, and analytical skills with an ability to analyze company financial statements

• Strong skills with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and the ability to source data/research

• Capability to work through loan agreements and other legal documents, with minimal supervision and high attention to detail

• Professional oral and written communication skills are an absolute must

• Well organized and able to set priorities and devote appropriate attention to each assignment resulting in performing well under pressure, meeting time sensitive deadlines, prioritizing work and being able to work on multiple projects

Nice-to-have

• Preference given to individuals with an MBA, CPA, or CFA

• Work experience in corporate lending or corporate finance

• Ability to commit to over and above regular work hours

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Opportunities to do challenging work