Director, Mid-Market Leverage Finance

What is the opportunity?

As Director, Mid-Market Leverage Finance (MMLF), you will play a key role in the realization of Corporate Client Group (CCG) objectives through the structuring, delivery and management of senior secured leveraged lending transactions  principally to Private Equity (PE) owned/backed companies. The MMLF team is responsible for meeting annually established targets for loan derived revenues and returns and providing advice to our partners on optimizing the use of lending in connection with broader RBC relationship goals. This role has a particular focus on PE.

What will you do?

• Part of a growing national team of MMLF credit underwriters committed to the delivery of quality credit solutions to Private Equity owned/backed operating companies

• Under the directions of Managing Director/Senior Director MMLF, structure, deliver (pitch through deal close), monitor and manage syndicated and bi-lateral loan transactions

• Provide research, analysis, and data (market, industry, clients) to support Corporate Client Group (CCG) guidance and advice on optimal loan structures required to meet client objectives. Provide analysis and support on risk and return profiles associated with loan transactions contemplated as part of client strategies and indicative transaction responses

• Support the CCG MMLF mandate to develop and maintain a business pipeline, win new business and close loan transactions sufficient in number to meet revenue plans

• Support the management and monitoring of the MMLF loan portfolio, including timely reporting of material shifts in risk, client needs, and structure, and provide recommendations for action, including new marketing opportunities

• Full involvement on MMLF credit submissions and associated analysis

• Lead and support the creation of professional pitch books and presentations to existing and potential clients

• Engage with RBC partners and functions including Relationship Managers, Treasury Solutions, Credit Management,  Global Loans Administration, Group Risk Management, Wealth Management, Mid Market M&A, CCG Capital Partners, CCG Mid-Market Syndications, CCG Portfolio Management

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• Undergraduate degree with a focus in Business or Economics

• Work experience in corporate lending/Mid-Market Leverage Finance and/or risk management

• Proven capability to work through loan agreements and other legal documents, with high attention to detail

• Strong ability to model and interpret financial sensitivity and scenario worksheets

• Strong analytical, technical, written and communication skills

• Knowledge of senior debt credit products and the application thereof

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks while meeting time sensitive deadlines

• Strong personal and client relationship skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment under time constraints

Nice to have:

• Understanding and familiarity with RBC internal processes

• CPA, CFA or other relevant professional designation – ongoing or completed

• Strong computer literacy with emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel

• Private equity lending experience

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Opportunities to do challenging work

Job Skills

Commercial Credit Underwriting, Corporate Lending, Credit Risk Management, Credit Structuring, Private Equity, Private Equity Transactions

Additional Job Details

ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timePERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKINGRegularSalaried2025-11-072025-11-22

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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