Job Description

Director - Credit Trading

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Build the future with us

Would you like to join one of Canada's leading investment firms? iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is the place to take your career to new heights in a high-performance work environment. Our passionate teams are dedicated every day to ensuring that iAGAM is among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. iAGAM employs over 100 seasoned investment professionals and has close to $100 billion in assets under management. It manages portfolios of general funds, segregated funds and mutual funds for iA Financial Group.

The Vice President, Head of Global Trading is looking for a Director, Credit Trading to join the trading team. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to our team and located in our Montreal, Quebec City or Toronto offices.

Who you’ll work with:

• The role requires extensive collaboration with portfolio managers, analysts, and cross-functional teams, including Legal, Operations, and Compliance, to facilitate efficient trade execution and portfolio management.
• The individual will report directly to the Global Head of Trading, work closely with other fixed income traders, and traders in other asset classes

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Director - Credit Trading you’ll be at the core of our mission.

Here are the main responsibilities:

• Monitor and execute timely and reliable transactions in US and Canadian credit
• Support trading team in order management and operational processes
• Collaborate with the investment management team by sharing market insights
• Coordinate with various departments such as Accounting, Legal and Operations
• Develop and maintain relationships with our counterparties to ensure optimal access to liquidity
• Assist in the development of junior traders
• Support improvements in the trade process including pre/post trade analytics, TCA

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What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

·Has a minimum of 7 years experience of trading credit products and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study (advanced degree or CFA preferred).

·Is recognized for their excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to thrive under pressure,manage multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and work effectively in a team environment.

· Has experience trading FX, Equities, Futures, and Fixed Income products.

· Demonstrates strong knowledge of Bloomberg and other trading tools, including Candeal, MarketAxess, and Trumid.

· Brings additional value through coding skills in Python, SQL, and VBA.

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Why you’ll love working with us

· A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

· A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

· The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

· Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

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Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

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Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

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Location(s)

Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Other Possible Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee WestToronto / 26 Wellington Street East

Company

Industrial Alliance Investment Management Inc.

Posting End Date

2026-09-24

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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