Complex Transaction Lead

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Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Support the Global Commercial Finance Team by managing financial risks, collaborating with teams, and ensuring profitability in the Defense and Security sector.
Summary Generated by Built In

                                                                                                         

Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. From HR professionals who shape our culture, to IT innovators driving technological advancements, Finance leaders ensuring our growth, Communicators shining a light on our story, and Legal experts safeguarding our future —every role is essential. Our enterprise functions don’t just support; they lead, playing a critical role in shaping the company’s path forward and ensuring both clients and employees are ready for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference. You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life.


We are seeking a strategic and agile individual with a wide-ranging skill set to be a key member of our Global Commercial Finance Team in the Defense and Security Business Unit. In this position, you will be responsible to support this function at both a tactical and strategic level and help position for future growth. 
 

Description

  • Work collaboratively with Regional Finance, Commercial, Business Development Teams, Solution and Engineering teams. 
  • Collaborate with our CAE’s team to develop a strategy to monetize our intellectual property.
  • Support the Solution,  Price Strategy and Price to Win exercises.
  • Thoroughly review customer Request for Proposals (RFP) and associated commercial documentation to identify financial risks and implications and make recommendations to mitigate.
  • Support pricing function with the due within the team to minimize risk and maximize profitability in the Defense and Security Business Unit.
  • Lead and coordinate relevant discussions between subject matter experts both in Corporate and the Business Unit.
  • Support process alignment and harmonization with our worldwide finance team.
  • Support customer negotiations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or similar discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of applicable experience.
  • Relevant experience in business cases, accounting (IFRS) & financial principles.
  • Experience in Financial Analysis & Modelling.
  • Experience in operations and or business development.
  • Comfortable in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Experience in bids and proposals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of the Canadian Government procurement system.
  • Experience in the Defense Industry.
  • Functions well in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision.
  • Innovative and has a creative solution mindset. 
  • Autonomous and resourceful.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and business acumen.
  • Capacity to build and leverage a network and maintain relationships.
  • Ability to work in an International environment. 
  • Ability to coach and provide guidance. 
  • Ability to lead and work effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
  • Bilingual – French and English. 

Benefits

  • Group Insurance
  • Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Group RRSP
  • CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
  • Sabbatical Leave
  • Flex Time
  • Enhanced Parental Leave

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

       

Position Type                      Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

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As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of applicable experience
  • Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or similar discipline
  • Capability of obtaining a Canadian Security & Controlled Goods clearance
  • Experience in Financial Analysis & Modelling
  • Bilingual - English and French
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The Company
HQ: Montreal, Quebec
10,806 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Backed by a record of 75 years of industry firsts, we continue to reimagine the customer experience and revolutionize training and operational support solutions in civil aviation, defense and security, and healthcare. We are the partner of choice to customers worldwide who operate in complex, high-stakes and largely regulated environments, where successful outcomes are critical. Testament to our customers’ ongoing needs for our solutions, over 60 percent of CAE’s revenue is recurring in nature. We have the broadest global presence in our industry, with approximately 13,000 employees, 180 sites and training locations in over 35 countries

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