Senior Director Special Loans

Area(s) of interest: Advisory services, Commercial banking, Finance and accounting, Risk management Location(s): Montreal A career as a Senior Director of the Special Loans team, part of the Risk Management Unit at National Bank, means to act as an expert for your sector. You will evaluate risks and irregularities and create turnaround strategies in managing high‑risk large commercial accounts. You will have to improve overall credit quality by offering cost‑effective credit solutions and reducing risks to the organization. Your role Minimize loan losses, legal risks, and reputational risk for the Bank Restore the profitability of accounts in financial difficulty Ensure rigorous account monitoring to maintain portfolio quality Participate in committees that require a high level of expertise and represent the Bank with various organizations, agencies, and influential stakeholders in the field Minimize the volume of loans transferred to the impaired loan category Negotiate agreement conditions with various stakeholders Support and advise the business lines and credit sector when managing special cases and/or special projects. Your team Within the Special Loans sector, you are part of a team of 23 colleagues, and you report to the Head of Special Loans for Quebec and Maritimes Regions. Our team stands out for its advanced knowledge on credit structuring and of the legal environment, as well as for its rigor and its experience that contribute year over year to the Bank’s objectives. Requirements University diploma and 10 years of relevant experience Solid knowledge of commercial loans and syndicated transactions Experience with bankruptcy and insolvency Experience with capital markets files, an asset Proven leadership when dealing with various stakeholders (other lenders, investors, and creditors, lawyers, etc.) Languages Reason to require this language: you will need to serve clients who speak a language other than French regularly. Skills Artificial Intelligence Bankruptcy Commercial Lending Diversity & Inclusion Financial Statement Analysis Restructuring Syndications Teamwork Empathy Initiative Learning Agility Resiliency Financial Restatement Credit Risk Management Syndicated Finance Benefits Health and wellness program, including many options Employee Share Ownership Plan Employee and Family Assistance Program Preferential banking services Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives Virtual sleep clinic In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family. Our dynamic work environments and cutting‑edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged. We’re putting people first We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples’ lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier‑free workplace that is accessible to all employees. We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates What can you bring to our team? For an environment that supports your career path There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on‑the‑job learning and training, co‑development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders. For an inclusive and diverse environment We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates What can you bring to our team? #J-18808-Ljbffr