Director, Structured Solutions Group
Scotiabank · New York, NY · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Join a purpose-driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Contribute to the growth of the US Structured Solutions Group by originating, structuring, and distributing innovative fixed income derivative and structured credit products to sophisticated institutional clients.
Responsibilities
- Origination & Client Coverage: Develop and execute origination strategies to achieve growth targets across SSG’s US client base, identifying and onboarding new clients (primarily focused on Insurance Companies and Pension Plans).
- Structuring & Product Innovation: Originate, structure, and distribute a range of products including structured funding products (FA-Backed, Structured Repo, etc), securitizations, insurance-backed structures, and credit derivatives (TRS/CDS/Guarantees) — bringing new products online in support of business development.
- Distribution & Syndication: Strengthen SSG’s ability to recycle illiquid risk by building distribution capabilities, improving syndication speed and credibility, and cultivating relationships with risk-takers and investors globally.
- Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, including key decision-makers, to deepen engagement and drive business opportunities. Foster new and existing client relationships in addition to cross-selling across other areas and product groups within our markets and investment banking business.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the Bank — including the broader Structured Credit team, Corporate & Investment Banking, Risk Management, and support functions — to ensure seamless delivery of products and services and to identify cross-sell opportunities that support broader franchise revenue growth.
- Risk Management: Understand the risk profile of transactions and adhere to the processes to manage those risks.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify and capitalize on opportunities for market share expansion. Participate in industry events and conferences to promote the Bank’s structured credit capabilities.
Requirements
- Proven track record in structured credit, fixed income derivatives, or structured finance origination and/or distribution — 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Deep expertise in bank and insurance capital regulations, private credit, structured financing, and/or financial accounting.
- Strong understanding of securitization processes (CLO/CFO/RNF/SRT etc.), Credit Derivatives (TRS/CDS/NPI/Guarantees), and assorted financing instruments.
- Established relationships with institutional investors, insurance companies, and/or asset managers — particularly US-based FIG clients.
- Bachelor’s degree required (Business/Finance/STEM); CFA or advanced degree is an asset.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong business development and relationship management capabilities.
- Problem-solving abilities and pragmatic mindset; ability to iterate in real time and solve in the room with clients.
- Team-oriented approach with an ownership mindset — accountable for client experience, revenue, cost, and risk.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in structured credit, fixed income derivatives, or structured finance origination and/or distribution — 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Deep expertise in bank and insurance capital regulations, private credit, structured financing, and/or financial accounting.
- Strong understanding of securitization processes (CLO/CFO/RNF/SRT etc.), Credit Derivatives (TRS/CDS/NPI/Guarantees), and assorted financing instruments.
- Established relationships with institutional investors, insurance companies, and/or asset managers — particularly US-based FIG clients.
- Bachelor’s degree required (Business/Finance/STEM); CFA or advanced degree is an asset.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong business development and relationship management capabilities.
- Problem-solving abilities and pragmatic mindset; ability to iterate in real time and solve in the room with clients.
- Team-oriented approach with an ownership mindset — accountable for client experience, revenue, cost, and risk.
Skills
- Structured Credit
- Fixed Income Derivatives
- Structured Finance Origination
- Securitization Processes
- Credit Derivatives
- Insurance Regulations
- Financial Accounting
- Client Relationship Management
- Market Intelligence
Benefits
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Retirement Savings Options
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programs
Pay
$300,000.00 - $300,000.00 annually
Schedule
Full-time