City: Leader

Senior Lending Officer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Lending Officer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lending, credit analysis, and relationship management. As a Senior Lending Officer, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, driving loan origination, and ensuring the timely and accurate processing of lending applications. You will also provide leadership and mentoring to junior lending staff and collaborate across departments to meet the organization’s growth goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in loan origination, structuring, and approval processes for a variety of lending products.
  • Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Assess client financial conditions and recommend appropriate lending solutions.
  • Conduct thorough credit analysis, risk assessments, and due diligence on loan applications.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, company policies, and industry standards throughout the loan process.
  • Provide expert guidance and leadership to junior lending officers and support teams.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, business partners, and industry stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate smooth loan processing.
  • Assist in setting and achieving departmental goals, driving overall business growth.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, or a related field-not necessary but preferred.
  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience in lending, preferably with a focus on commercial, agriculture, personal, or mortgage lending.
  • Strong understanding of credit analysis, financial statement review, and loan structuring.
  • Proven experience in managing a portfolio and maintaining client relationships.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional departments.
  • In-depth knowledge of lending regulations, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience working with a diverse range of lending products and client segments.
  • Familiarity with loan software and customer relationship management tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Compensation:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Performance-based incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

How to Apply: If you are an experienced lending professional ready to take on a senior role with significant responsibility and opportunities for growth, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to pam.ristau@sandhillscu.com.

Sandhills Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Application Deadline: March 14, 2025.

 

Lending Administrator

Exciting Opportunity Alert!

Are you passionate about delivering top-notch member service? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? If so, we want YOU to join our team at Sandhills Credit Union!

We’re on the lookout for a talented individual to fill the role of Lending Administrator. As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our Lending and Financial Services team and ensuring that our members receive the exceptional service they deserve.

What You’ll Do:

Process loan documentation and administration with precision and efficiency.

Conduct credit file investigations and ensure compliance with regulations.

Communicate with members to provide clear information, assistance and support.

Collaborate with team members to foster a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (Business or Finance education preferred).

Previous experience in lending or administrative roles is a plus. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Apply Now! If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and become a part of our dedicated team, send your resume to Pam Ristau, Manager of Lending and Financial Services, at pam.ristau@sandhillscu.com.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Deadline to apply is April 22, 24.

#JoinOurTeam #NowHiring #LendingAdministrator #SandhillsCreditUnion #CareerOpportunity

 

Lending Administrator Job Profile

 

SANDHILLS CREDIT UNION MISSION:

“Providing excellence in financial services to enrich our community.”

SANDHILLS CREDIT UNION VISION:

“Built on trust, committed to excellence.”

PURPOSE OF DEPARTMENT/WORK UNIT:

Empowering and engaging the lending team through Seamless Lending Administrative Support

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

As a Lending Administrator, you play a crucial role in providing loan administrative support to the Loans Department, with a primary focus on Consumer, Agriculture & Commercial Lending. Under general supervision, you will ensure that all lending activities are conducted with a member-centric approach and are in compliance with legislations, regulations, policies, and procedures. Your role involves active listening to member needs, promoting credit union products and services, and contributing to a positive and efficient lending environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:

KRA #1 – Delivery of Lending Support Service:

Efficient Processing: Process loan applications and related documentation, posting loan entries and initiating the generation of various loan reports.

Annual Line of Credit Reviews: Prepare and complete annual Line of Credit Reviews, ensuring compliance and readiness for sign-off by the Credit Manager or designate.

Credit Investigations: Conduct PPSA investigations, handle credit inquiries from other institutions, and collaborate on credit investigations with financial institutions and Credit Bureau.

Reporting and Documentation: Prepare monthly reports such as overdraft reports, monthly loan delinquency reports, and maintain organized loan files and related documentation.

Compliance Adherence: Adhere to legislation and security procedures relevant to the position.

KRA #2 – Member-Centric Solutions, Marketing and Promotion:

Clear Communication: Communicate credit union product and service information clearly and concisely, answering basic questions and referring complex inquiries.

Business Development: Foster business development through service excellence and product knowledge.

Continuous Learning: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of credit union lending products and services through regular literature reviews and attendance at credit union update meetings.

KRA # 3 – Credit Union and Departmental Support:

Training and Support: Train and support team members as required, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Relief Support: Provide relief for other positions as required, ensuring continuity of operations.

Active Participation: Actively participate in department/work unit and credit union meetings.

Compliance Training: Complete annual Anti-Money Laundering/PCMLTFA training as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Possess a Grade 12 diploma, with four to six years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

General Manager / CEO

Sandhills Credit Union is a progressive community-based credit union located in Leader, Saskatchewan.  With just under $80 Million in assets, strong financial ratios, and a vibrant insurance subsidiary, Sandhills is poised to build on over 20 years of success.  We serve over 1,400 members in Leader and the surrounding area, delivering on our vision:

Built on Trust. Committed to Excellence.

We are committed to:

  • A high standard of service for our members,
  • Engaging, rewarding, flexible and inclusive opportunities for our employees, and
  • Active participation in, and support for, our communities

To learn more about Sandhills Credit Union, please visit our website at www.sandhillscu.com.

The Board of Directors is currently seeking a strong leader who shares our values and commitment to our members and community to join us as General Manager(GM) of the credit union and insurance subsidiary.

The Opportunity:

As GM, you will work with the Board to develop a vision for success in the changing landscape of financial services, and implementing Sandhills’ long-term goals to ensure sustained profitability and growth.  You will collaborate, partner, and lead through some complex times ahead, instilling confidence in the team, the board, and with our members.

Your top priorities in this role will be:

  • Managing staff changes and proactively planning for upcoming retirements to maintain the capacity of the Sandhills team and fully engage staff at all levels
  • Keeping focus on members and member service – keep ‘em, and keep ‘em happy!
  • Building appropriate partnerships to increase capacity while retaining autonomy
  • Driving steady growth and innovation, while ensuring the health of the credit union is the primary focus
  • Building on Sandhills’ strong profile in the communities we serve

 

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for an experienced financial services leader who has held responsibility for branch operations, financial management and budgeting, risk management, lending (managing large and complex commercial and agricultural loans), and human resources processes.   Your background includes a combination of relevant education and senior financial services leadership experience, ideally within the credit union system.  A working knowledge of insurance operations is also important.

You are a collaborative relationship builder who engages and motivates employees, board members, and the community to grow the credit union and benefit your members. You have the ability to set a vision and lead people through change, and experience building a strong organizational culture – bringing people together to achieve common goals.  You are innovative and resourceful in analyzing issues, finding solutions, and implementing actions to meet the goals of the organization.

You have experience with regulatory compliance and governance, and you’re familiar with the regulatory environment of financial institutions in Canada.

Our new GM will be an active and visible leader in the community, and will share our commitment to the cooperative movement and values-based banking.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to submit your resume and cover letter here by June 23, 2021.

If you have questions, or want more information on this opportunity, please contact

Cindy Dopson,

Consultant, People Solutions

Central 1

recruitment@central1.com.

 

About Leader, SK:

The Leader community offers a vibrant and family-friendly community with a K-12 school, hospital, swimming pool, curling & skating arenas, grass green golf course, access to outdoor recreation, churches, reasonably priced housing, and an active retail core.  To learn more about the community of Leader, please visit www.leader.ca

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