Surety Advisor

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Conseiller Cautionnement evaluating and authorizing surety requests for contractors in Quebec. Collaborating with team members and managing client relationships in a dynamic environment.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeMontréal • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$118,700 - CA$145,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of surety files, typically composed of mid- to large-scale contractors
Analyze and approve surety bond requests within the analyst's authority and according to established procedures
Prepare documentation and make recommendations for significant projects, including presentations to reinsurers when required
Conduct annual reviews, risk analyses, and financial updates of contractor files to establish bonding limits
Organize meetings with brokers and contractors and strengthen business relationships
Participate in construction and surety industry events
Communicate and negotiate the terms and conditions of contractor files
Contribute to business development objectives by prospecting and identifying business opportunities
Analyze new surety files submitted in accordance with established procedures
Demonstrate leadership by providing technical advice, training, and coaching to team members, brokers, and contractors
Manage supplier payment requests and/or beneficiary claims in collaboration with the claims/indemnity department
Lead and participate in special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

7 to 10 years of experience in surety, accounting, administration, and/or finance
University degree, preferably with a specialization in accounting, business administration, and/or finance
Professional designation (CPA, CGA or CMA) or CFA is an asset
Excellent analytical, synthesis, and decision-making skills
Knowledge of the surety and/or construction industry is an asset
Ability to develop strong, personalized business relationships
Client-, results- and solutions-oriented
Team player with leadership qualities
Strong organizational skills, business acumen (negotiation), attention to detail, autonomy, and initiative
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and spoken French
Bilingual (French and English) — required to interact regularly with colleagues across the country

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental well‑being, including telemedicine, a wellness account and more
Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Risk AnalysisFinancial UpdatesSurety Industry KnowledgeBusiness DevelopmentNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailTeam PlayerOrganizational SkillsInitiative

Certifications

CPACGACMACFA