DIRECTOR, GROWTH & TRANSITION CAPITAL – DEFENCE (Calgary & Vancouver)

We are banking at another level. 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... Explore the BDC Way in our Culture Book POSITION OVERVIEW BDC is the only bank dedicated exclusively to Canadian entrepreneurs, supporting the growth of small and medium-sized businesses across Canada. As Director, Growth & Transition Capital – Defence, you lead investment and financing activities for companies operating within Canada’s defence and dual-use sectors. This role combines credit and investment expertise with relationship-driven business development to support high-potential companies. Your work contributes directly to strengthening Canada’s defence industrial base, supply chain resilience, and innovation ecosystem. CHALLENGES TO BE MET 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. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 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). Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

You will lead investment and financing activities for companies within Canada's defence and dual-use sectors. This involves building relationships with industry stakeholders and managing an active portfolio of investments while providing strategic growth recommendations.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in commercial banking, corporate finance, or private debt. Strong expertise in credit analysis, financial modeling, and business development within regulated industries is required.

• Employee Savings and Investment Plan • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Wellness and health care spending account • Paid vacation • Personal days • Sick days • Hybrid work model

• Stakeholder ManagementPreferred
• Business developmentPreferred

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• Commercial banking
• Corporate finance
• Private debt
• Investment analysis
• Credit analysis
• Financial modeling
• Debt structuring
• Business development
• Risk assessment
• Stakeholder management
• Strategic planning
• Market intelligence
• Portfolio management
• Procurement cycles
• Contracting structures
• Investment Analysis
• Influencing Skills
• Private Credit
• Influencing Without Authority
• Supply Chain
• Sales Prospecting
• Resilience
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Valid Driver's License
• Market Positioning
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Business Development
• Business Administration
• Commercial Banking
• Corporate Finance
• Investments
• Certified Public Accountant
• Chartered Financial Analyst
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Procurement
• Training And Development
• Credit Analysis
• Economics
• Finance
• Equities
• Financial Modeling
• Government Contracting
• Public Speaking
• Innovation
• Investment Strategy
• Loans
• Market Intelligence
• Relationship Building

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Consulting
• Director of Growth
• Vice President / Director of Finance
• Finance Managers
• Treasurers and Controllers
• Financial Managers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week