ASSOCIATE, GROWTH & TRANSITION CAPITAL - Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg

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Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:

Flexible and competitive benefits , including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few

In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days , sick days as necessary , and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1

A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life

Opportunities for learning , training and development , and much more...

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POSITION OVERVIEW

At BDC, the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs, the Associate, Growth & Transition Capital plays a key role in evaluating, structuring, and executing financing transactions that support business growth, ownership transitions, mergers, and acquisitions. Working as part of the deal team, you will perform investor-grade due diligence, financial analysis, and transaction assessments. Your work contributes directly to the success of Canadian businesses while supporting the growth of BDC’s Growth & Transition Capital portfolio.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

Perform detailed financial analysis and financial modeling using historical and projected financial results to support investment and financing decisions.

Conduct market research, industry analysis, benchmarking, business valuation assessments, and financial forecasting.

Prepare SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analyses to evaluate company-specific and industry-related risks.

Review, investigate, and assess financing proposals to determine viability and alignment with BDC credit and investment standards.

Conduct due diligence activities and support the development of Growth & Transition Capital financing proposals.

Monitor and administer active Growth & Transition Capital accounts, ensuring appropriate risk management and portfolio oversight.

Identify opportunities to connect clients with BDC Financing and Advisory Services to address broader business needs.

Manage transaction processes, client communications, and negotiations related to Growth & Transition Capital activities.

Contribute to the development and growth of the Growth & Transition Capital portfolio while supporting Canadian entrepreneurs across various industries.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum 3 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

Financial advisory services

Transaction advisory services (Transaction Services)

Corporate finance

Commercial financing or lending

Experience performing financial analysis, financial modeling, and financial forecasting.

Experience conducting due diligence for financing, investment, merger and acquisition (M&A), or corporate finance transactions.

Knowledge of credit analysis, financing assessment, investment analysis, or risk evaluation.

Ability to assess business performance, financial risks, and transaction viability.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and analysis.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Professional designation such as:

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Experience in business valuation.

Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions.

Experience using Capital IQ (S&P Capital IQ) or similar financial research and analysis platforms.

Bilingualism in English and French.

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While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.