Senior Director, Financing and Indigenous Participation

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for a Senior Director, Financing and Indigenous Participation. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of our 4 offices: Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto or Ottawa.

The role

Reporting to the VP, Commercial, the Senior Director, Financing and Indigenous Participation, will be a key leader in developing and executing funding and financing strategies for the Alto project with a strong focus on the financial participation of Indigenous Communities. Working in close collaboration with the Indigenous Relations team, other internal Alto’s functions (including technical, legal, finance, etc.) and the Private Development Partner (PDP), namely Cadence, this individual will be responsible for leading the structuring, negotiation, and closing of financing agreements with Indigenous communities, funding agencies, lenders and other stakeholders. The Senior Director will also support broader commercial deal structuring and negotiation activities on the Project, ensuring alignment with the Project's overall objectives and value for money.

The Responsibilities

• Spearheading the development and implementation of comprehensive financing strategies to support Indigenous equity ownership, and other forms of financial participation in the Project.
• Leading the structuring, financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation, and closing of complex financing transactions with Indigenous communities and financial institutions. This includes developing term sheets, negotiating loan agreements, and managing the financial closing process.
• Building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities, Indigenous financial institutions, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate successful financing partnerships.
• Working closely with Cadence to integrate Indigenous financing components into the overall Project financing structure and ensure alignment with Project agreements.
• Collaborating with other functions and departments within and outside of the organization (e.g. Indigenous Relations, Legal, Finance, technical teams, Transport Canada, etc.) to ensure that financing initiatives are aligned with broader corporate objectives, legal requirements, and project timelines.
• Overseeing and reviewing the development of detailed financial models and analyses to assess the viability and impact of various financing structures and proposals.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks associated with financing transactions.
• Preparing detailed briefings, reports, and presentations for senior management, senior Government stakeholders, and the Board of Directors.
• Monitoring and analyzing evolving market conditions, government policies, and best practices related to Indigenous finance and infrastructure projects to inform strategy and negotiations.
  
  

The Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Law or other relevant discipline.
• An MBA, CFA, or other relevant professional designation is considered an asset.
• 15 years of relevant experience in project finance, corporate finance, or infrastructure investment, with a strong focus on structuring and negotiating complex financial transactions.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully structuring and negotiating at least two (2) Indigenous financing transactions in Canada. This includes experience with various Indigenous funding programs, loan guarantee mechanisms, and equity participation models.
• Proven experience in developing and managing relationships with Indigenous communities, leaders, and organizations.
• Strong understanding of the unique legal, political, and economic context of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
• Experience with public-private partnerships (P3) and/or collaborative models of project delivery (e.g., progressive P3, IPD, Alliancing) is highly desirable.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, financial institutions, and community representatives.
• Action and results-oriented with a proven ability to drive complex projects to completion.
• Bilingualism (English and French), both spoken and written, is preferred.
  
  

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.
  
  

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration.

To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.