Manager, Transaction Readiness | Gestionnaire, Règlements par transactions

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We are a purpose-driven organization, dedicated to serving Canadians and safeguarding their hard-earned money when it matters most. Every day, we honour our promises by working together as one team, with Canadians’ best interests at heart. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive culture, guided by determination, accountability, and a bias for action.

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About the role

Leveraging their experience in M&A, restructuring, insolvency, or crisis response, the Manager, Transaction Readiness, helps prepare CDIC for the failure or financial distress of a member institution. The role supports planning and coordination so the organization can respond quickly and effectively. The Manager leads projects that improve the tools, processes, and guidance used by the wider complement of CDIC staff and works with others to test and strengthen how the organization responds. While working alongside those who conduct significant quantitative analysis, this is not a quantitative analysis role. This position reports to the Director, Transaction Readiness. The Manager may work with teams across the organization, including Legal, Policy, and Communications, and externally with vendors, regulators, and member institutions as required.

This role can be performed from our Ottawa or Toronto offices, following a hybrid model approach. We are looking to staff three full-time permanent positions.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES required for this role

• Help plan and carry out the response if a member institution fails or is in financial distress, with a focus on transactional readiness and execution.
• Create, update, and monitor procedures that support the organization’s response options.
• Identify and address impediments which may frustrate the resolution of a failing or failed member institution.
• Plan and coordinate internal testing and training exercises so staff are prepared to respond when needed.
• Provide advice to the Director and senior leaders, both verbally and in writing.
• Develop and maintain documentation to explain and support the execution of resolution options.
• Build strong working relationships with regulators, vendors, and stakeholders.

About you

You take pride in the work that you do and are passionate about making a difference and an impact. You face challenges head-on, are an excellent communicator and collaborator, and act with integrity.

SKILLS

The Manager should possess some of these attributes and will be expected to develop the others during their tenure:

• Strong knowledge of federal financial institutions and the Canadian financial sector
• Transactions planning and execution experience (e.g., M&A, deal advisory, corporate restructuring, bankruptcy & insolvency)
• Project management, esp. involving interdisciplinary teams and use of consultants
• Familiarity with financial accounting, financial risk management, valuations
• Clear and concise written and oral communication skills
• Process design and improvement
• Innovative and creative problem-solving skills
• Comfortable acting in stressful or crisis situations.

Required EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• University degree and/or a minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in finance, economics, accounting, law, or related field.
• Professional designations: CFA, CPA, LIT, CIRP, FRM are considered an asset.

Must have

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative: Level (BBB/BBB) or willingness to obtain

Security Clearance: Eligibility to obtain a Secret-level security clearance

Closing Date

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by September 18, 2026. The posting may close earlier or remain open longer, depending on application volume.

AI Use Disclosure
Artificial intelligence and automated screening tools are not utilized in this hiring process.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Accommodation Request

CDIC is an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. We want to give all qualified applicants the chance to shine during the selection process. We believe that everyone should be treated equally and fairly, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. CDIC will strive to provide equal opportunity to all. If you need an accommodation to apply for a position or participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].

Sound like you?

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