725 EN - Underwriter, International Financing Guarantee
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Application deadline: 12:00 pm ET on July 13, 2026 Join the EDC Team! 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. Position: Underwriter, International Financing Guarantee (level 13 - 18) Employment Type: Permanent Compensation Details: Salaries are based on qualifications and experience, and typically range as set out below. EDC also offers a performance-based incentive. Underwriter 13 (Associate Financing Manager): $51,955 - $69,273 Underwriter 15 (Sr. Associate Financing Manager): $65,172 - $86.898 Underwriter 17 (Financing Manager): $84,698 - $112,931 Underwriter 18 (Senior Financing Manager): $96,557 - $128,743 This process will fill one current, permanent vacancy and will also be used to build a pool for future Underwriter opportunities at levels 13-18 over the next 12 months. Candidates will be assessed at the level that best aligns with their experience and demonstrated capability. Location: Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of two days per week increasing to three days per week in September 2026 (subject to change). This role can be performed from EDC's headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, or Vancouver. Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for permanent roles only. Internal Employees, please consult the ServiceNow article entitled Internal movements - what you need to know. About EDC: 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. Why Join EDC? Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade. Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday's & no meeting Fridays. Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training. Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy. Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs. Team & Job Overview EDC's Small Business & Partnerships ("SB&P") group provides financing solutions in support of Canadian exports and foreign investments to: Canadian exporters and their foreign customers; Canadian investors and their foreign affiliates; and Financial institutions. Within SB&P, the International Financing Guarantees team is looking for an enthusiastic finance professional who works well in a team environment, and enjoys interacting with colleagues, banks and clients on a regular basis. What you will be doing: The Underwriting & Credit Risk job function is an essential part of EDC's core business services for our customers. This job function identifies, assesses, and manages credit & non-credit, transaction, and portfolio related risks. Identifies, assesses and mitigates key transaction risks. Provides on-going customer service and support to ensure customer satisfaction throughout the transactional process; Understands financing issues, financial markets terminology and general lending/underwriting practices and, with moderate supervision, applies this knowledge to the risk underwriting and mitigation process; Supports account management function in managing customer expectations at various stages of the process; Working closely with Legal Services, drafts and/or reviews documents to deliver products for transactions; Develop and lead negotiations, explain difficult issues and work to establish consensus; Identify shortcomings and suggest improvements to existing processes, systems and procedures, then delivers a plan for a small element of a change management program with guidance from a project/program manager. May oversee work, coach and train more junior transactors. Prepares transaction and credit material, and presents transactions to appropriate DOA and recommends transactions within specified parameters, policies and guidelines Additional Responsibilities - Associate, Senior Associate only: Under minimal guidance, completes assigned structuring activities such as pricing and do
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