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About us:

Peoples Group is a trusted financial services company for the innovators at the forefront of Canada’s economic future. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, we are driving change by working alongside challenger banks, fintechs, brokers, and merchants to foster a dynamic and competitive financial ecosystem. 

Our culture is built on four core behaviors: Grit to Grow, Connect to Collaborate, Putting Clients First, and Owning the Outcome. We believe people do not simply choose a company to work for—they choose a company that makes a positive impact in the lives of Canadians. Above all, we value people, build meaningful relationships, focus on individual strengths, and approach our work with passion. 

About the role:

The Vice President Funding and Securitization plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the company’s funding and capital markets strategy. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President Treasury and Capital Markets, this role leads the institution’s funding, securitization and loan syndication strategies. You will drive the development and execution of innovative funding and securitization strategies, manage relationships with a range of stakeholders, and help optimize the use of and returns on capital and liquidity resources.

A key mandate of the VP is to oversee the structuring and execution of securitization transactions while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accounting standards. A major focus is to lead the company’s participation in the Canada Mortgage Bond (CMB) and NHA MBS programs administered by CMHC, managing the full lifecycle of these transactions and ensuring alignment with CMHC and OSFI requirements. The VP is also responsible for managing the institutions’ loan syndication program, including the structuring, pricing, and distribution of syndicated loans. This includes aligning syndication strategy with the company’s credit risk appetite and capital allocation goals.

In addition to strategic and operational responsibilities, the VP, Funding & Securitization, leads and mentors a team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, compliance, and performance excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments, are highly analytical, and possess excellent communication skills to influence senior stakeholders and drive impactful outcomes.

About the day to day:

Funding Strategy & Execution

• Lead the development and execution of short and long-term funding strategies

• Manage wholesale funding programs, including term deposits and senior debt issuance if launched

• Monitor market conditions and investor sentiment to optimize funding timing and pricing

• Work with the product team to set expectations for deposit needs and timing

• CMHC (CHT) Securitization Program Oversight

• Lead the end-to-end management of the company’s participation in the Canada Mortgage Bond (CMB) and NHA MBS programs administered by CMHC

• Ensure the timely pooling, certification, and delivery of eligible mortgage assets

• Oversee the loan rate-locking process and price the NHA MBS pools

• Maintain compliance with CMHC program requirements and OSFI guidelines

• Collaborate with internal mortgage origination, risk, and operations teams to ensure asset eligibility and data integrity

• Optimize the use of CHT funding for liquidity, capital relief, and balance sheet management

• Work with accounting to optimize regulatory and accounting treatment of securitized assets. Oversee the structuring and execution of CMHC securitization transactions to achieve derecognition

Securitization Management

• Oversee the structuring, execution, and ongoing management of securitization transactions (e.g., CMHC and RMBS, ABS, ABCP if launched)

• Work with accounting to optimize regulatory and accounting treatment of securitized assets

• Liaise with rating agencies, legal counsel, and external investors as appropriate

• Loan Syndication Program Management

• Oversee the structuring, pricing, and distribution of syndicated loan transactions across corporate, commercial, and institutional clients

• Facilitate whole loan sales to partner banks and credit unions

• Build and maintain strong relationships with syndicate banks, institutional investors, and internal business lines

• Ensure alignment of syndication strategy with the institutions’ credit risk appetite and capital allocation goals.

• Liquidity & Capital Optimization

• Collaborate with Treasury and Risk teams to manage liquidity buffers and capital efficiency

• Support internal stress testing, liquid

About you / qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA or CFA preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in treasury, capital markets, or structured finance within a financial institution.

• Deep knowledge of Canadian and international securitization and loan syndication markets.

• Proven track record in managing complex funding, securitization, and syndicated loan transactions.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

About the work environment: 

Peoples Group offers a flexible and hybrid work environment. In this role you will work a combination of in-office and remotely from home. Typically, you'll be working regular business hours, Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm with flexibility around start/end times. 

We offer: 

• A hybrid work environment, enabling you to balance your personal and professional life seamlessly. 

• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, RRSP matching and benefits from day one. 

• Generous paid time off to help achieve a healthy work-life balance. 

• A strengths-based approach, ensuring we work together more effectively. 

• A commitment to your well-being in five key areas: Financial, Physical, Social, Career, and Community. 

Hiring process:  

If your application is selected, you will be invited for a first interview with one of our Talent Acquisition Business Partners. Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted virtually or in-person. The hiring team will communicate any in-person requirements throughout the process. 

Compensation:  

Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications. 

NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Peoples Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest; however, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.  

We value and celebrate individuality while fostering an inclusive workplace for everyone. If there's any way we can support or accommodate you during the selection process, please don't hesitate to let us know.