Investment Manager - Laval, Canada - Desjardins

Desjardins
Desjardins
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Laval, Canada

4 weeks ago

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At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion.

We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all.

At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

Job Level

NV-11

Desjardins Group is the largest financial cooperative in Canada and one of the country's leading employers.

It offers a full range of financial products and services, and specializes in wealth management, property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, services for businesses of all sizes, securities, asset management, development and venture capital, and secure innovative online and mobile services.

Nearly 45 years strong, Desjardins Capital has a mission to value, support and nurture the best of Quebec entrepreneurship.

With assets under management of C$2.6 billion as of December 31, 2020, Desjardins Capital helps contribute to the longevity of some 550 companies, cooperatives and funds in various sectors from across Quebec.

In addition to helping create and maintain more than 80,000 jobs, this subsidiary of Desjardins Group provides entrepreneurs with access to a large business network that supports business growth.


As an investment manager, you will play a key role in the sound management and growth of a diversified clientele of Quebec businesses with financing needs for development capital and venture capital.

You will make large-scale investments and will be responsible for the profitability of your investment portfolio as well as the solicitation and maintenance of business relationships.

With Desjardins Capital, you will be able to capitalize on professional development and career advancement opportunities by taking charge of increasingly complex cases in terms of equity and volume that are either international in scope or in specific sectors.

In addition, you will be one of a small number of players in the distinctive niche of majority shareholding in large companies in Quebec.


In this key role, you will have the opportunity of seeing businesses from multiple sectors grow and develop as a result of your involvement.

We currently have positions to fill. Who knows, maybe you will contribute to the success of Quebec's next flagship company

General Information on the Position


Main responsibilities- Maintain lasting, personal business relationships with important clients to promote services- Manage accounts by serving as the link between clients and the organization- Recommend strategies and solutions to meet business growth objectives of portfolio companies, including sound risk management, portfolio profitability and improved business relations- Identify and analyze member/client needs; develop custom solutions; prepare integrated service offers that balance member/client satisfaction, profitability and risk; and negotiate terms- Play an active role in public relations activities and maintain a presence in the business community.


Specific responsibilities- Promote partnership with Desjardins Capital among potential entrepreneurs with small, medium and large businesses, both regional and international in scope, by offering customized financing that is both geared to their needs and innovative, throughout the company's life cycle- Execute in-depth business analysis for companies in collaboration with the internal specialized team or external experts if needed- Identify the company's specific financing needs (subordinated debt or share capital), recommend an innovative and appropriate financing structure and negotiate the conditions in terms of profitability and risk level- Act as a specialized consultant to maximize investment value, offer recommendations and strategic orientations throughout the company's growth, and maintain constant contact with entrepreneurs to ensure solid and influential business relationships- Develop and introduce appropriate ways of achieving the target objectives in terms of portfolio returns, investment volume, business development and risk management with substantial financial flexibility- Watch for business development opportunities that would add a competitive edge to existing products and services- Develop new work tools and test new solicitation and promotion approaches for Desjardins Capital- Represent Desjardins Capital at various promotional activities and develop a network of contacts in the business world, especially in collaboration with bank financing colleagues.

Other working conditions- Workplace: Position located in Laval, Saint-Jérôme, Basses Laurentides, Mont-Laurier or Laurentides, depending on the applicant selected. The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work #LI-Hybrid- Number of jobs available: 1


Qualifications:


  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Experience in subordina
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