Senior Manager – Critical Minerals

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

. Lead complex transactions in the mining, metals, critical minerals and related infrastructure sectors from origination through closing .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$180,000 - CA$260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading complex transactions within the mining, metals, and infrastructure sectors, with a strong focus on structuring financing solutions and managing multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to assess project economics, develop investment strategies, and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

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Project FinanceTransaction StructuringFinancial ModelingNegotiation SkillsRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Investment BankingCash Flow AnalysisValuationRisk AllocationStructured FinanceEquity FinancingDebt FinancingOfftake AgreementsScenario AnalysisCapital Structure

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional DesignationPostsecondary Degree in FinancePostsecondary Degree in Business AdministrationPostsecondary Degree in EngineeringPostsecondary Degree in LawPostsecondary Degree in Economics

Industry Keywords

MiningMetalsCritical MineralsInfrastructureNatural ResourcesInvestment OpportunitiesTransaction AdvisoryCapital-Intensive SectorCommodity MarketsGovernment Security Requirements

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex transactions in the mining, metals, critical minerals and related infrastructure sectors from origination through closing
Identify and generate investment opportunities and build a pipeline of potential transactions
Structure tailored financing solutions spanning equity, debt, hybrid instruments, structured finance, offtake agreements and price-stabilization mechanisms
Assess project economics, financing requirements, capital structures, returns, risk allocation and transaction considerations
Oversee financial analysis, valuations, scenario analysis and cash flow modeling
Develop and present investment and credit recommendations to senior management and decision-making committees
Develop and maintain relationships with project sponsors, investors, financial institutions, governments and industry stakeholders
Lead multidisciplinary transaction teams and coordinate internal specialists and external advisors
Negotiate financing, investment, shareholder and intercreditor agreements, offtake agreements and other contracts
Lead syndication initiatives and collaborate with legal, risk management, economic, environmental and social, and portfolio management teams
Monitor risks, project progress, compliance and investment performance after financial close
Oversee amendments, waivers, restructurings, follow-on investments and other portfolio decisions
Advise senior management on portfolio performance, risks, mitigation strategies and opportunities
Monitor developments in commodity markets, financing conditions, policies and industry trends
Contribute to the evolution of EDC’s approach to investment through the Canada Growth Fund and strengthen EDC’s capabilities
Synthesize complex analyses into investment theses, transaction strategies and recommendations
Support and mentor employees involved in transactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in project finance, infrastructure investment, private equity, investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate finance or a related transaction-focused field
Proven experience managing complex transactions from origination through closing, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, approval, documentation and subsequent portfolio management
Demonstrated ability to generate opportunities, build relationships with senior executives and develop transaction pipelines
Experience structuring and executing transactions across multiple levels of the capital structure
Relevant experience in mining and metals, critical minerals, natural resources or infrastructure, or a related capital-intensive sector
Excellent understanding of transaction origination, valuation, financial modeling, project cash flow analysis, investment returns and risk allocation
Demonstrated ability to assess project economics, financing requirements, capital structures, business risks and key investment considerations
Excellent negotiation skills and experience working with complex financing, investment, shareholder and intercreditor agreements, offtake agreements and related commercial contracts
Experience working with multidisciplinary transaction teams and coordinating internal specialists, external advisors, counterparties and other stakeholders
Ability to synthesize complex financial, commercial, technical and market information and translate it into clear investment theses, transaction strategies and recommendations for senior management
Postsecondary degree in finance, business administration, engineering, law, economics or a related discipline
Professional designation in good standing or other relevant credentials is an asset
Candidates must meet government security requirements
Preference will be given to candidates legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based compensation
Hybrid work arrangements
Three to four weeks of paid vacation
Organization-wide holiday shutdown
Summer short Fridays
Meeting-free Fridays
Continuing learning opportunities
Training programs
Workshops
Language training
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Wellness initiatives
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer activities
Corporate social responsibility programs
Relocation assistance for eligible individuals
Accommodation measures during the recruitment process