(Sr.) Partnerships Manager

Application Deadline: December 2, 2025 Position Overview (Sr.) Partnerships Manager – Permanent – Full‑time – Ontario, Toronto Compensation Business Development 17: Salaries typically range from $83,037 to $110,717 annually plus a performance‑based incentive. Business Development 18: Salaries typically range from $94,664 to $126,219 annually plus a performance‑based incentive. Location & Hybrid Work Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week (subject to change). This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Toronto, Ottawa, or Montreal. Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. About EDC Export Development Canada (EDC) empowers 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: Competitive compensation, benefits, work‑life balance, and the opportunity to help make Canada better through trade. Work‑Life Balance: Hybrid work options, 3–4 weeks paid vacation, and a supportive corporate culture. Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities, training programs, workshops, and language training. Inclusive Culture: Diverse and inclusive workplace championing employment equity. Wellness Programs: Mental health support and fitness programs. Community Engagement: Volunteer opportunities and social responsibility programs. Team Overview The Partnerships team manages strategic relationships across the enterprise and regional levels with Canadian and international financial institutions, credit unions, private funds, alternative lenders, and private, public, and nonprofit organizations. What You Will Be Doing Manage a pool of partners. Maintain direct interactions with partners to ensure portfolio compliance and consistency. Conduct performance and risk assessments (credit and non‑credit), and coordinate stakeholder validation. Centralize periodic validations to support renewals and long‑term engagement. Ensure compliance during administrative closures and residual risk management. Lead repositioning or exit processes to maintain portfolio coherence. Leverage learnings to reinforce standards and optimize governance practices. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business development in the financial services sector or portfolio management. Familiarity with governance and risk management practices. Strong analytical, information synthesis, and communication skills. Experience in project management and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to interpret financial data and apply compliance standards. Capacity to execute validations and contribute to documentation of learnings. Senior Level (Level 18) – Senior Partnerships Manager Minimum of 5 years’ experience in international business development or financial services. Proven experience in strategic portfolio management and cross‑functional leadership. Ability to lead complex performance and risk assessments and coordinate stakeholder validations. Skilled in managing partner repositioning or exit strategies to ensure strategic alignment. Expertise in partner engagement strategy and advanced governance practices. Leadership in formalizing standards and optimizing governance processes. What Will Make You Stand Out Bilingualism (French and English). Solid understanding of EDC’s activities and segments. Eligibility EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. Employment Equity Statement Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. All applicants will be considered for opportunities at this level within EDC. Application Process Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Submit your application by December 2, 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr