Senior Credit Director Equipment Finance; Côte Saint-Luc

A career as a Senior Credit Director in the Equipment Finance team at National Bank means acting as a strategic leader in credit risk management and credit decision‑making. This newly created role supports the continued development of Equipment Financing activities in Québec and is based in Montréal. By ensuring sound credit decisions, strong governance, and disciplined oversight of complex equipment financing transactions, you will balance risk, efficiency, and service excellence within delegated approval authorities.

The Equipment Finance leadership team brings together credit, risk, and operations specialists to support national financing activities and to continuously enhance credit practices. You will lead a large group of credit professionals across multiple regions and report to a senior leader.

A flexible, hybrid work environment supports work‑life balance and operational effectiveness.

• Lead regional credit underwriting, adjudication, and credit support activities to ensure effective risk management and achievement of business performance objectives
• Exercise delegated credit authorities, including approvals for complex and high‑value financing structures, in compliance with lending policies, risk appetite, and governance frameworks
• Establish, standardize, and optimize processes, service agreements, and workflows to enhance turnaround times, consistency, and operational efficiency
• Contribute to strategic planning, budget development, and performance monitoring to support growth, profitability, and portfolio quality objectives
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen relationships, support sales teams, and enable value‑added financing solutions
• Build, lead, and develop high‑performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and continuous improvement practices

• University degree in business, finance, commerce, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive experience in credit adjudication, underwriting, and risk management within commercial or equipment finance environments
• Proven experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams in a regulated financial services environment
• Strong expertise in financial statement analysis, complex credit structures, and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience in budget management, performance measurement, and operational planning
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment within delegated credit authorities and governance frameworks

• Health and wellness program, including many options
• Flexible group insurance
• Generous pension plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Employee and family assistance program
• Preferential banking services
• Involvement in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

We welcome all candidates!