Senior Director, Mid-Market Leveraged Finance

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 28, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior Director will lead a team to structure and manage leveraged lending transactions for private equity-backed companies. They are responsible for originating deals, presenting marketing pitches, and providing strategic advice on capital structures to meet corporate client goals.

Job details

Job Description Mobility This position may require occasional travel within Canada. What is the opportunity? As Senior Director, Mid-Market Leveraged Finance, you play a key leadership role, overseeing a team to support the realization of Corporate Client Group (CCG) objectives through the structuring, delivery and management of leveraged lending principally to Private Equity (PE) owned/backed companies. The Leveraged Lending team is responsible for meeting annually established targets for loan derived revenues and returns and providing advice to our partners on optimizing the use of lending in connection with broader RBC relationship goals. You will have a particular focus on PE and Structured Finance. The CCG Mid-Market Leveraged Finance team has a national mandate. What will you do? Take part in a national team of Mid-Market Leveraged lending underwriters committed to the delivery of quality credit products to Private Equity owned/backed companies Originate, structure, deliver (pitch though deal close) and monitor syndicated and bi-lateral loan transactions Lead in the preparation and presentation of marketing pitches to existing and potential clients Engage with Private Banking, RBC Investments, Capital Markets, specialized teams in CFS (leasing, trade finance etc.), and Personal Banking for partnership opportunities Provide analysis and data for advice on the optimal capital structure including the amount of bank Senior and Mezzanine debt required to meet strategic objectives with each client relationship Provide data, analysis, and support to the MD, CCG Mid-Market Leveraged Finance for the balance of risk and return associated with loan transactions contemplated as part of client strategies Support and run, through flexibility and enthusiasm, other initiatives and projects What do you need to succeed? Must-have Undergraduate degree with a focus in Business, Economics, Mathematics or other related fields 7+ years of related work experience in corporate lending, finance and/or risk management including experience with leveraged lending transactions and/or Private Equity firms Professional verbal and written communication, and presentation skills Advanced computer literacy with emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel Strong quantitative, financial, analytical, and credit skills Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks while meeting time sensitive deadlines Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment Nice-to-have CFA, CPA or other relevant professional designation – ongoing or completed Previous leadership experience What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team Opportunities to do challenging work Job Skills Commercial Credit Underwriting, Corporate Lending, Credit Structuring, Leadership, Leveraged Finance, Private Equity Additional Job Details Address: 745 THURLOW ST:VANCOUVER City: Vancouver Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-10-27 Application Deadline: 2026-11-10 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in a business-related field and at least 7 years of experience in corporate lending or risk management. Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills are essential for success in this leadership role.