Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

33416

Category

Manager

Status: Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

27-May-2026

Area(s) of interest: Advisory services, Commercial banking

Location(s): Montreal

A career as an Account Director within the National Accounts Group, specializing in professional firms at National Bank, means acting as a national leader in business development, an expert in deposit and liquidity management, and a key player in managing high-value client relationships for the Bank.

This role, with a national scope, allows you to have a direct impact on the Bank’s growth by supporting mid-sized and large professional firms (law firms, accounting firms, etc.), leveraging your expertise in financial analysis, deposit structuring, and the development of long-term strategic relationships.

Your role:

- Actively contribute to the deposit growth strategy
- Proactively develop a client portfolio by implementing targeted prospecting strategies and building a strong network of key influencers
- Design and structure complex financing solutions tailored to clients’ specific needs, including large-scale transactions
- Conduct in-depth credit analyses and formulate recommendations aligned with risk management standards
- Negotiate and close financial agreements while ensuring an optimal balance between growth, profitability, and risk management
- Support clients as a strategic partner in their growth, acquisition, investment, or transformation projects
- Maintain an active market presence and build relationships with decision-makers (C-suite), specialized firms, and business partners
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Treasury, Risk Management) to deliver integrated, tailored solutions
- Monitor economic and industry trends to support decision-making and risk management

Your team:

Joining the National Accounts Group means becoming part of a team recognized for its expertise and collaboration,



dedicated to supporting large Canadian companies in their growth ambitions.

You will evolve in a dynamic, results-driven environment where teamwork, innovation, and long-term client relationships are key priorities. The team stands out for its ability to handle complex financing and deliver high value-added, comprehensive solutions.

The Bank fosters an inclusive and flexible work environment that supports professional development, offering access to continuous training programs, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.

Prerequisites:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (Finance, Economics, Business)
- Significant experience (5 to 8+ years) in business development and commercial or corporate financing
- Strong expertise in complex credit and deal structuring (including syndication, acquisitions, or private equity)
- Proven experience in portfolio management and high-level client relationship development
- Solid understanding of the challenges faced by mid-sized and large organizations
- Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, performance-driven environment

Languages:

English, French

Reason to require this language: you will need to serve clients who speak a language other than French regularly.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Diversity & Inclusion Teamwork Empathy Learning Agility Self-Sufficiency

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of adaptable benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

- 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 have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment

We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!

Why work at National Bank?

For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Discover our culture

Duration: 1 min 25 sec

📌 Director, National Client Group (Canada)
🏢 National Bank of Canada
📍 Canada