Senior Advisor, Corporate Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Senior Advisor, Corporate Finance you will be a key member of the Corporate Planning and Financial Services team. Working with a team of Senior Advisors and Advisors, the incumbent will provide strategic and technical advice to The City on all aspects of corporate financing solutions. Primary duties include:
- Principal corporate liaison that triages all borrowing, loan and loan guarantee bylaw requests for The City.
- Lead a team of multi-disciplinary individuals, including senior leaders (e.g., CFOs, legal and subject matter experts from The City, its subsidiaries, and Civic Partners to establish the terms in the bylaws.
- Conduct reviews of the bylaws in accordance with legislation, municipal financial policy and risk tolerances.
- Oversee the legislative process for approval of the bylaw, including multiple public readings of Council and advertising.
- Manage existing borrowing, loan and loan guarantee bylaws for The City, its subsidiaries and Civic Partners. Conduct annual reviews of outstanding bylaws with Council and relinquish excess capacity.
- Negotiate with senior leadership (e.g., CFOs), legal and subject matter experts from the subsidiaries of The City, and Civic Partners the terms and conditions required for these entities to receive loans or loan guarantees from The City.
- Monitor the credit profile of subsidiaries of The City and Civic Partners and determined whether to amend the terms and conditions of the loan and loan guarantee documentation.
- Evaluate and recommend changes to the risk tolerances at The City for the loans and loan guarantees program. Update policies, standards and procedures that reflect these risk tolerances, in particular the Credit Documentation Policy and Procedures.
- Complete annual bylaw relinquishments and credit documentation updates to finance leadership.
Qualifications
- A degree with a professional designation and at least 5 years of related experience OR;
- A Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a professional designation and at least 3 years of related experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel is required.
- Corporate and project finance experience, alternative project financing structures, and traditional debt financing for capital projects.
- Practical experience with the development and execution of procurement documents, legislative compliance, including project agreements and other contractual agreements, and legal review processes.
- Excellent communication and organization skills, strong political acumen, and demonstrated proficiency in financial analysis.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
###Position and Pay Information
**Business Unit:**Finance
**Union:**CUPE Local 38
**Position Type:**1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
**Compensation:**Pay Grade 14 $53.52 - 71.53 per hour
**Hours of work:**Standard 35 hour work week
**Days of Work:**This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
**Location:**800 Macleod Trail SE
**Audience:**Internal/External
**Apply By:**April 16, 2026
**Job ID #:**314081
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About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
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Senior Advisor, Corporate Finance
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Senior Advisor, Corporate Finance you will be a key member of the Corporate Planning and Financial Services team. Working with a team of Senior Advisors and Advisors, the incumbent will provide strategic and technical advice to The City on all aspects of corporate financing solutions. Primary duties include:
- Principal corporate liaison that triages all borrowing, loan and loan guarantee bylaw requests for The City.
- Lead a team of multi-disciplinary individuals, including senior leaders (e.g., CFOs, legal and subject matter experts from The City, its subsidiaries, and Civic Partners to establish the terms in the bylaws.
- Conduct reviews of the bylaws in accordance with legislation, municipal financial policy and risk tolerances.
- Oversee the legislative process for approval of the bylaw, including multiple public readings of Council and advertising.
- Manage existing borrowing, loan and loan guarantee bylaws for The City, its subsidiaries and Civic Partners. Conduct annual reviews of outstanding bylaws with Council and relinquish excess capacity.
- Negotiate with senior leadership (e.g., CFOs), legal and subject matter experts from the subsidiaries of The City, and Civic Partners the terms and conditions required for these entities to receive loans or loan guarantees from The City.
- Monitor the credit profile of subsidiaries of The City and Civic Partners and determined whether to amend the terms and conditions of the loan and loan guarantee documentation.
- Evaluate and recommend changes to the risk tolerances at The City for the loans and loan guarantees program. Update policies, standards and procedures that reflect these risk tolerances, in particular the Credit Documentation Policy and Procedures.
- Complete annual bylaw relinquishments and credit documentation updates to finance leadership.
Qualifications
- A degree with a professional designation and at least 5 years of related experience OR;
- A Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a professional designation and at least 3 years of related experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel is required.
- Corporate and project finance experience, alternative project financing structures, and traditional debt financing for capital projects.
- Practical experience with the development and execution of procurement documents, legislative compliance, including project agreements and other contractual agreements, and legal review processes.
- Excellent communication and organization skills, strong political acumen, and demonstrated proficiency in financial analysis.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle
- This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
###Position and Pay Information
**Business Unit:**Finance
**Union:**CUPE Local 38
**Position Type:**1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
**Compensation:**Pay Grade 14 $53.52 - 71.53 per hour
**Hours of work:**Standard 35 hour work week
**Days of Work:**This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
**Location:**800 Macleod Trail SE
**Audience:**Internal/External
**Apply By:**April 16, 2026
**Job ID #:**314081
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About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.