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Director, Growth & Transition Capital – Defence
BDCDirector leading investment and financing activities for defence sector companies at BDC. Contributing to Canada's defence industrial base and supporting client growth with strategic recommendations.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead investment and financing activities for companies operating within Canada’s defence and dual-use sectors
- Identify, evaluate, and structure financing and investment opportunities aligned with BDC Capital criteria (e.g., cash-flow loan, mezzanine, quasi-equity, etc.)
- Operate effectively within complex defence sector environments, including procurement frameworks, compliance requirements, and multi-stakeholder decision-making
- Build and maintain relationships with defence ecosystem stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, government entities, prime contractors, and industry partners
- Support client growth by providing strategic recommendations related to financing, market positioning, and scaling within regulated supply chains
- Manage an active portfolio of investments, including risk monitoring, performance tracking, and mitigation strategies
- Lead proactive business development activities, including prospecting, pipeline development, and network expansion
- Apply sector-specific knowledge (e.g., procurement cycles, certification requirements, contracting structures) to investment evaluation and decision-making
- Represent BDC in the market and strengthen visibility within the business community through initiatives such as public speaking engagements
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated financing and advisory solutions
- Contribute to market intelligence, sector insights, and investment strategy development
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in one or more of the following: Commercial banking, Corporate finance, Private debt / private credit, Investment analysis
- Experience in credit analysis, including financial statement analysis and risk assessment
- Experience in financial modeling (e.g., cash flow modeling, debt structuring)
- Experience structuring financing solutions (e.g., loans, credit facilities, investment transactions)
- Experience managing a portfolio of clients or investments, including risk monitoring
- Demonstrated business development experience (prospecting, pipeline generation, relationship building)
- Experience assessing complex companies and developing tailored financing solutions
- Strong stakeholder management experience with internal and external partners
- Ability to communicate and influence stakeholders in financing and investment discussions
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in defence, aerospace, security, advanced manufacturing, industrial technology, or dual-use sectors
- Knowledge of defence sector dynamics, including: Procurement processes and cycles, Government contracting environments, Certification and compliance requirements
- Experience working with government programs, prime contractors, or regulated industries.
- Professional designation (e.g., CFA, CPA, MBA)
- Bilingualism in English and French
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (based on geographic requirements)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- $750 wellness and health care spending account
- Paid vacation each year
- Five personal days
- Sick days as necessary
- Offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
- Hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life
- Opportunities for learning, training and development
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial modelingcredit analysisrisk assessmentinvestment analysisportfolio managementfinancing solutions structuringcash flow modelingdebt structuringperformance trackingrisk monitoring
Soft Skills
stakeholder managementbusiness developmentrelationship buildingcommunicationinfluencestrategic recommendationsnetwork expansioncollaborationmarket intelligencepublic speaking
Certifications
CFACPAMBA