Application deadline: 12:00 pm ET on July 13, 2026
Join the EDC Team!
At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.
Position: Underwriter, International Financing Guarantee (level 13 - 18)
Employment Type: Permanent
Compensation Details: Salaries are based on qualifications and experience, and typically range as set out below. EDC also offers a performance-based incentive.
- Underwriter 13 (Associate Financing Manager): $51,955 - $69,273
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Underwriter 15 (Sr. Associate Financing Manager): $65,172 - $86.898
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Underwriter 17 (Financing Manager): $84,698 – $112,931
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Underwriter 18 (Senior Financing Manager): $96,557 - $128,743
This process will fill one current, permanent vacancy and will also be used to build a pool for future Underwriter opportunities at levels 13–18 over the next 12 months. Candidates will be assessed at the level that best aligns with their experience and demonstrated capability.
Location:
- Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of two days per week increasing to three days per week in September 2026 (subject to change).
- This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, or Vancouver.
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Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for permanent roles only.
Internal Employees, please consult the ServiceNow article entitled Internal movements – what you need to know.
About EDC:
At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower 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?
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Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
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Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.
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Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
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Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.
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Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
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Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.
Team & Job Overview
EDC’s Small Business & Partnerships (“SB&P”) group provides financing solutions in support of Canadian exports and foreign investments to:
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Canadian exporters and their foreign customers;
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Canadian investors and their foreign affiliates; and
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Financial institutions.
Within SB&P, the International Financing Guarantees team is looking for an enthusiastic finance professional who works well in a team environment, and enjoys interacting with colleagues, banks and clients on a regular basis.
What you will be doing:
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The Underwriting & Credit Risk job function is an essential part of EDC’s core business services for our customers. This job function identifies, assesses, and manages credit & non-credit, transaction, and portfolio related risks.
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Identifies, assesses and mitigates key transaction risks.
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Provides on-going customer service and support to ensure customer satisfaction throughout the transactional process;
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Understands financing issues, financial markets terminology and general lending/underwriting practices and, with moderate supervision, applies this knowledge to the risk underwriting and mitigation process;
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Supports account management function in managing customer expectations at various stages of the process;
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Working closely with Legal Services, drafts and/or reviews documents to deliver products for transactions;
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Develop and lead negotiations, explain difficult issues and work to establish consensus;
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Identify shortcomings and suggest improvements to existing processes, systems and procedures, then delivers a plan for a small element of a change management program with guidance from a project/program manager.
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May oversee work, coach and train more junior transactors.
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Prepares transaction and credit material, and presents transactions to appropriate DOA and recommends transactions within specified parameters, policies and guidelines
Additional Responsibilities – Associate, Senior Associate only:
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Under minimal guidance, completes assigned structuring activities such as pricing and documentation for conventional, repeat transactions involving minimal customization. Undertakes assigned credit risk assessment, applying established methods and models to common, defined risks and mitigants
Additional Responsibilities - Financing Manager, Senior Financing Manager only:
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Independently leads proportionate share of transactions with increasing complexity requiring greater in-depth credit analysis;
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Leads or advises on, with minimal guidance, the assessment/validation and recommendation of common, defined credit/non-credit risks and mitigants. Under guidance, undertakes the assessment/validation and recommendation of complex, irregular and/or significant credit/non-credit risks involving broad sets of mitigants. OR for same endorses, authorizes and/or provides advice on risks, mitigants and related processes and guidelines. Determines financial eligibility of customers, borrowers and other counter parties and drafts and/or reviews documents to deliver products
What we are looking for:
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Completed an Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
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Knowledge of structuring/restructuring in commercial lending and/or loan portfolio management.
Experience requirements will vary by level:
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Underwriter 13: Typically 1 year or less of relevant experience. You may be early in your underwriting or financial risk career, with experience supporting routine files or transactions and applying established processes with guidance.
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Underwriter 15: Typically 2 years of relevant experience. You bring experience managing routine underwriting or risk-related work with growing independence and can apply established frameworks to common transaction scenarios.
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Underwriter 17: Typically 5+ years of relevant experience. You bring strong underwriting experience handling increasingly complex transactions, with the judgment and confidence to lead analyses, navigate challenges, and defend recommendations in broader forums.
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Underwriter 18: Typically 7+ years of relevant experience. You bring deep underwriting expertise and experience with complex, high-risk, or high-visibility transactions, along with the credibility and interpersonal effectiveness to influence across the organization and coach others.
What will make you stand out:
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MBA
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Professional designation (CFA or CPA)
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Financial analysis, credit and financial modeling skills
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Bilingual in both official languages (French and English)
Eligibility:
EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is 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. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.
This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.
Apply today!
Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website here https://www.edc.ca
EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity
Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.
Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Recruitment team at [email protected].
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