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About the Role

The International Trade Guarantee (ITG) team helps Canadian companies access the bank guarantee and bonding solutions they need to pursue opportunities in international markets. Working closely with financial institutions and internal partners, the team delivers solutions that support Canadian exporters as they grow internationally while enabling EDC to manage risk responsibly. As part of ITG, you would join a collaborative team that plays an important role in helping customers navigate trade opportunities with confidence.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of underwriting files and support transactions through their full lifecycle, from early assessment and structuring through issuance and ongoing risk management.
Assess credit and non-credit risks and recommend appropriate mitigants to support sound underwriting decisions.
Structure transactions to meet customer needs while aligning with EDC’s risk policies, procedures and requirements, including pricing, documentation, and stakeholder coordination.
Apply EDC policies, procedures, risk requirements, and relevant regulatory expectations when assessing and structuring transactions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with business development partners, with customers, financial institutions, sureties, and other internal partners to deliver responsive, practical underwriting solutions and support strong client outcomes.
Support continuous improvement by sharing feedback on underwriting processes, tools, and ways of working.
Depending on your level, manage files of increasing complexity, autonomy, and visibility—from supporting routine transactions with guidance at levels 14–15, to independently handling standard to moderately complex work at level 16 and 17, to leading and advising on more complex or irregular transactions at level 18.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or another relevant discipline.
Knowledge of underwriting, financial analysis, transaction structuring, and/or contract bonding principles and practices.
Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to make clear, well-supported recommendations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Typically 1–2 years of relevant experience for Underwriter 14.
Typically 2+ years of relevant experience for Underwriter 15.
Typically 2–5 years of relevant experience for Underwriter 16.
Typically 5+ years of relevant experience for Underwriter 17.
Typically 7+ years of relevant experience for Underwriter 18.
Eligibility to work legally in Canada (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents).
Must meet requisite government security screening requirements.

Skills

Underwriting
Financial analysis
Transaction structuring
Contract bonding principles and practices
Analytical thinking
Sound judgment
Written communication
Verbal communication
Relationship building
CFA designation or enrollment
CPA designation or enrollment
Bilingual in French and English

Location

Ottawa
Toronto
Montreal
Quebec City
Winnipeg
Saskatoon
Regina
Calgary
Edmonton
Halifax
Vancouver

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Entry level
Mid level
Senior level

Education Level

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or another relevant discipline.

Salary/Compensations

$58,189 - $77,586
$65,172 - $86.898
$74,297 - $99,063
$84,698 – $112,931
$96,557 - $128,743

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits package
Competitive compensation
Work-life balance
3 to 4 weeks paid vacation
Corporate closure period
Summer early Friday’s
No meeting Fridays
Continuous learning opportunities
Training programs
Workshops
Language training
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Wellness programs
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Relocation assistance

About the Company

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.
At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Equal Opportunity

EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices.
EDC is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities.
At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.