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Wendy Lavallee

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic Risk Analyst with 15 years of overall experience at Export Development Canada, specializing in risk analysis and portfolio management. Adept at fostering team skills, I bring a blend of analytical expertise and effective communication to drive results. I enhance decision-making processes and reduce financial losses through strategic risk mitigation. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, subject matter expertise and effective communication.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Risk Analyst

Export Development Canada
11.2013 - Current

Macro Workcell Lead 2022- present

  • Leads, supports and guides a team of 3 junior risk analysts in their ongoing skill and performance development
  • Identifies inefficiencies and develops process improvements
  • Works collaboratively with various internal stakeholders such as Credit Insurance Underwriters, the Automation Team, Credit Operations Team and Company Information Management Team
  • Successes include working with the Automation Team to create the Macro Documentation BOT, providing subject matter expertise in the creation of a Credit PLD and subsequent Credit Alert Tool.


RAPM Data Steward 2022- present

  • Responsible for entering and maintaining data in CIS and identifying and resolving Enterprise data issues
  • Works collaboratively with the Company Information Management Team to maintain data integrity across various platforms


Bank Analyst

Export Development Canada
06.2011 - 11.2013


• Supported RAPM and the Business Teams by sourcing bank information and financial statements to help determine commercial risk acceptance and repayment capabilities of companies within the credit insurance portfolio

•Developed and managed relationships with both internal (RAPM, Business Teams, the COE and Legal) and external contacts (buyers, banks and policyholders)

•Provided direct support to the Macro team by assessing the creditworthiness and risk level of comfortable risk buyers and transactions based on a complete financial review

Education

Diploma - Business Administration

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
05-2001

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa
05-1997

Skills

  • Portfolio management
  • Risk mitigation
  • Credit Analysis
  • Training and Coaching
  • Communication and Collaboration

Languages

English
French

Timeline

Risk Analyst

Export Development Canada
11.2013 - Current

Bank Analyst

Export Development Canada
06.2011 - 11.2013

Diploma - Business Administration

Algonquin College

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College
Wendy Lavallee