Flexible – Credit Union Careers

Location: Flexible, ON.

Since 1957, Northern Credit Union has provided personal and business banking products, services, and ﬁnancial planning expertise to approximately 88,000 members across 26 communities as a full-service, locally operated ﬁnancial institution. Northern is dedicated to making a diﬀerence in people’s lives. Through economic development, ﬁnancial stewardship, and local investment, Northern contributes to building thriving and healthy communities where their members can achieve their dreams and build stronger, more prosperous futures.

On January 1, 2025, Northern merged with Copperfin Credit Union, creating an even stronger organization with over $2.5 billion in assets and a footprint spanning from the Manitoba to the Quebec border. With a shared focus on delivering member value, the new Northern Credit Union strives to advance its reputation as a leading financial institution in Northern Ontario offering tailored solutions and superior member experiences.

It is within this exciting context that Northern is currently seeking to find its next President & CEO.

Reporting to and working collaboratively with the Board of Directors, the CEO leads Northern’s skilled executive team and oversees the overall business affairs of the credit union in pursuit of its mission, vision, and True North Strong values. The CEO drives the strategic direction of Northern, ensuring business growth, financial strength, sustainability and responsiveness to the diverse needs of its members while leading the way for Northern to be an innovative market leader in the credit union system.

Northern’s next CEO must be a highly respected leader renowned for their outstanding strategic capability, strong business acumen, and track record of identifying opportunities for ongoing growth, profitability and client service excellence. A proven transformational leader with expertise in stewarding operational and cultural harmonization, your leadership style is characterized by empowerment, collaboration and a high level of emotional intelligence. You instil a high degree of confidence through outstanding communication skills, transparency and ability to rally staff through periods of change. A solid understanding of governance and prior experience working with or reporting to a board of directors is preferred, as is proven expertise in navigating the evolving impacts of technology on both employees and members. As an organizational ambassador, the CEO must excel in working closely with communities, identifying partnership opportunities, consistently upholding the highest ethical standards, and acting with integrity, transparency, and humility in all endeavors.

Play a key role in leading the new Northern into its exciting future. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2853. For more information, please email rrankin@boyden.com.

Northern Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Northern invites everyone to apply and will provide accommodations for persons with disabilities, where needed, to support their participation in our recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under serious consideration for the role will be contacted.

Location: Flexible

Since 1957, Northern has provided personal and business banking products, services, and ﬁnancial planning expertise to approximately 70,000 members across 24 communities as a full-service, locally operated ﬁnancial institution. Northern Credit Union is dedicated to making a diﬀerence in people’s lives. Through economic development, ﬁnancial stewardship, and local investment, Northern contributes to building thriving and healthy communities where their members can prosper and grow.

As Ontario’s 12th largest credit union, Northern is on the cusp of an exciting transformation. On January 1, 2025, Northern will merge with Copperfin Credit Union, creating an even stronger organization with over $2.5 billion in assets, 29 branch locations and a footprint spanning from the Manitoba to Quebec border. With a shared focus on delivering member value and aligning with our core values, Northern Credit Union is poised to become a leading financial institution offering tailored solutions and superior member experiences.

This merger brings a host of benefits:

Enhanced Member Services: A broader portfolio of products and solutions to meet diverse needs.
Community Impact: Greater resources to support impactful local initiatives.
Career Growth Opportunities: A larger, innovative organization offering new pathways for employee growth and development.

There’s never been a better time to join Northern Credit Union. Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that’s shaping the future of banking in Ontario. Together, we’re building stronger communities, fostering growth, and redefining what it means to be a financial partner.

It is within this exciting context that Northern is currently seeking to fill the role of Director, Governance & Corporate Secretary.

The Director works closely with Northern’s CEO to ensure a robust Governance system is in place while supporting the Chair of the Board of Directors in managing the governance process in accordance with regulatory requirements and modern practices. The Director manages all Board and committee logistics, coordinates the maintenance of all Board approved policies, and tracks all other organization policies and procedures while acting as Chief Returning Officer for any member or shareholder voting.

As a strong candidate you bring a post-secondary degree with concentration in business, finance, public administration or law combined with at least 5-7 years working with boards of directors, ideally in a competitive, business environment. A governance designation is an asset as is legal, paralegal training, public accounting or public administration experience. Northern will benefit from your demonstrable experience working at the board and executive level where you have leveraged your considerable analytical skills and ability to provide strategic advice and recommendations on policy and governance issues. Familiarity with and knowledge of credit union laws, regulations and compliance requirements is an asset.

Your outstanding communication and interpersonal skills are underpinned by sound judgment, strong negotiation and influencing skills and a high degree of political acuity and diplomacy. You easily inspire trust and a high degree of corporate confidence through your ability to manage multiple priorities, understand and assimilate complex documents and situations, and willingness to serve as a committed team player and proactive contributor. Previous supervisory experience (2-3 years) and the ability to motivate and coach a team would be an asset.

Play a key role in stewarding Northern’s governance at a time of growth and change. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2702. For more information, please email rrankin@boyden.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.