City: Saskatoon

Advisor, Business & Ag

Do you have a mind for commercial / agribusiness and a passion for finding solutions that empower business owners to realize their vision? Are you a natural at building strong relationships and consistently exceeding expectations?

As an Advisor, Business & Ag, you are part of a cohesive team of passionate and skilled professionals responsible for the management and growth of an assigned portfolio of commercial and agriculture customers (members). This position focuses primarily on agricultural and commercial lending relationships. You uncover the needs of our members, analyzing information, and delivering personalized financial solutions that prove instrumental to their success. You proactively pursue and attract new business, consistently delivering exceptional high-quality service and advice in your areas of expertise.

What does a typical day look like?

  • You will engage with commercial and agribusiness members to understand their goals and advise on lending & other financial needs,
  • Building, maintaining and enriching relationships. This includes in person and via periodic calls, sharing information on industry changes, retention through reviews, visits, following up on products sold, additional sales, and referrals to other specialists,
  • Understanding financial statements and analyzing financial information, credit underwriting, and reviewing accounts within your portfolio to ensure terms and conditions continue to be met,
  • Promoting our credit union within the community through various activities such as business development, volunteerism, phone calls, emails, and participation in campaigns.

What does it take to be successful in this role?

  • You’re a relationship-builder! You connect with members through conversations, comprehending their business objectives and aligning them within the framework in which we work (i.e. legislative requirements, policy, and procedure),
  • You have demonstrated abilities to work collaboratively within a team and independently,
  • Effective and adaptable interpersonal and communication skills, connecting with members in person, by phone, and electronically,
  • You believe in Synergy’s products and services and promote them effortlessly,
  • Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to flex and grow with change,
  • A hunger for learning, staying ahead of trends in financial products and services, and technology.
  • Adaptability! Seeking to bring our members the best the industry has to offer.
  • You are passionate about your career, your members, our credit union, and our community, all of which drive your dedication to excellence.

Qualifications:

  • Related post-secondary education (e.g. Finance, Business, or Economics), and 3 years of job-related experience in Canada. Equivalencies considered,
  • Grasp of lending requirements, guidelines, and regulations,
  • Working knowledge of third-party report requirements,
  • Previous experience working with Microsoft Office products and virtual meeting tools. The ideal candidate will be proficient with DNA, Valeyo, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software.

Submit your cover letter and resume via email to careers@synergycu.ca by end of day Sunday, April 21, referencing competition #253302 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Term: Permanent, full-time
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly
  • Location: New Community Branch, Saskatoon. This position may be required to travel periodically and is expected to work with some degree of flexibility in hours of work and travel.

What do we offer?

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 8th consecutive year. This achievement reflects our dedication to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where employees thrive. We offer:

  • Work/life balance
  • Generous vacation
  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits and pension (from day 1), and fabulous perks like preferred rates
  • Investment in your professional development
  • Leadership development and mentorship programs
  • Community involvement opportunities

A little more about us:

Synergy Credit Union is a people-inspired credit union with ambitious goals. We endeavour to deliver amazing financial experiences, earn customers’ (members’) trust, grow our relationships, and build sustainable communities.

We exist to help our members achieve their financial goals by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service in modern, convenient, and secure ways. We empower our members by sharing our experience and tools, so they can make robust plans through each stage of life.

We also live in the communities we serve. This matters to us. We invest locally by offering sponsorships, donations, and scholarships, and through volunteerism. We connect with groups looking to improve overall financial literacy by providing presentations and tailoring them for educational opportunities – for families, schools, youth groups – you name it. We are proud to serve more than 30,000 members and have reached over $2.8 billion in assets.

Synergy operates on the lands referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, which encompasses the unceded lands of Indigenous Nations and Peoples, including the Plains Cree, Woodland Cree, Saulteaux, Nakota, Dene, and Metis.

 We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a criminal record check and credit check.

 

Synergy aspires to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our country and encourages applications from everyone.

 Find out more about us!  https://www.youtube.com/user/SynergyCreditUnion

www.synergycu.ca

Member Experience Specialist

Member Experience Specialist (with a focus on lifetime pensions)

About us

Here’s your chance to build your career and let your expertise shine with the CSS Pension Plan, one of the oldest and largest multi-employer, multi-jurisdictional defined contribution pension plans in Canada. Pioneered in 1939, the Co-operative Superannuation Society (CSS), located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, provides its membership with pension, investment and retirement services. With $5 billion in assets, CSS Pension Plan serves 300 employers and 57,000 current and past co-operative and credit union employees across Canada, including over 9,000 retirees. In addition to administering the CSS Pension Plan, CSS supports and serves our co-operative industry by providing defined benefit pension plan investment and administrative services, pension and retirement income planning services, and expertise in these areas.

About the role

We are in search of a technically inclined, motivated, and conscientious individual to join our team as a Member Experience Specialist. The successful candidate will primarily focus on the senior administration of defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans. This role will involve supporting the full lifecycle of a pension plan member, particularly those who are or will soon be receiving retirement income pension and benefits from our programs.

The successful candidate will be a technically inclined high performer who thrives in a busy environment, strives to think outside the box, and can pivot between competing priorities and complex matters. You will bring to the team a strong sense of quality member service, a belief in empowering others, and an understanding of the value of the co-operative system. The successful candidate will develop a strong understanding of our pension benefit provisions, policies, and procedures.

You will work effectively in a team environment guided by the team-developed “Pillars of Collaboration,” which represent the values of “Respect, Commitment, and Communication.” This supportive environment ensures that every team member feels valued and part of a community.

Key Responsibilities

You will care for our members’ journeys by:

  • Supporting retiring members by onboarding them into retirement income products (e.g., lifetime monthly pensions, variable benefit pensions, and defined benefit pensions) and supporting the membership through their retirement years in understanding their pension income.
  • Supporting the overall membership in the administration of their pension and retirement inquiries and submissions.
  • As the dedicated liaison between our defined benefit stakeholders, CSS and the membership, your role is crucial in ensuring that our members’ needs are met and their concerns are addressed, making you an integral part of our organization.
  • Showing responsibility for the team and culture.

Skills and Abilities

You will bring your best you to the office, supported by:

  • Excellent pension administration skills, with knowledge and experience in lifetime, variable, and defined benefit pensions.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills, including communicating complex information in a straightforward manner.
  • Superior organization, administrative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), information technology and systems, pension databases and workflow systems, and the ability to generate and analyze reports and information.
  • Must be flexible and manage high work volumes and conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
  • Self-directed but recognizes the importance of relationship-building within the team and across the organization.

Qualifications

You will have education and experience to back you up:

  • A post-secondary degree in business administration, commerce, or finance, and
  • Five years or more experience with financial transactions or pension or benefits administration, focusing on customer service and financial analysis.

If not already completed, the completion of the Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) program will be required within 18 months from the hire date.

A combination of equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered. Possession of a Pension Plan Administration Certificate is considered an asset.

To Apply

 

Please forward your resume and cover letter (including your salary expectations) to:

CSS Pension Plan

Attn: Supervisor, Member Experience

Email: hr@csspension.com

Competition closes: January 31, 2025

(The position may be filled sooner)

We offer a fun, challenging and inclusive work environment, flexible work arrangements, a competitive salary, a pension (CSS Pension Plan), and a benefits package.  This position may qualify as an on-site, hybrid, or remote opportunity.

Applicant information is collected and maintained under CSS’ Privacy Policy (please see website for more details).  Background checks will be completed on successful candidates.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Executive Assistant

af-fin-i-ty (noun):

  1. A natural compatibility
  2. the name on our doors

We’re looking for an Executive Assistant to manage administrative tasks for our CEO and Executive Leadership team, working closely and confidentially with them.

Working for Affinity means being part of a values-based, member-owned financial institution. Our members make it possible for profits to be reinvested in our local communities.

While we’re proud to be able to strengthen our communities, it’s also good business. Affinity employs a professional workforce of over 800 individuals who maintain our strong membership base of over 140,000 members. With over $10 billion in managed assets, Affinity is the 11th largest credit union in Canada and has the largest branch network in Saskatchewan which includes locations in both Regina and Saskatoon.

Joining the Affinity team means you’ll be part of Affinity’s growing success and you can feel good about the important role your organization plays in your local community.

What you’ll do:

  • Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Leadership Team, including preparing minutes and meeting packages, reports and presentations
  • Coordinate meetings and strategic activities both internally and externally
  • Plan and coordinate travel arrangements, accommodations and itineraries for meetings and events on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership team and other parties, as required
  • Operate and coordinate the provision of a variety of technical/audiovisual equipment in order to facilitate meetings and presentations
  • Complete expense reports and compose and prepare various correspondence
  • Serve as the liaison between the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors and coordinate Board activities

What you’ll get:

  • A competitive salary plus bonuses for your hard work
  • A total rewards package including health and dental benefits and health spending account
  • Vacation time, personal days off and a paid volunteer day to help you maintain a healthy life/work balance
  • Referral bonuses when talent you’ve scouted is hired to join our team
  • Opportunities to advance your career with us

What you’ve got:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • In depth technical knowledge in board and executive level administrative support
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

So, what do you think? Does it sound like you’re a fit for this role?

How to apply:

Review all of our current job opportunities at www.affinitycu.ca/careers/opportunities and submit your application there using our Application Portal!

This position requires the submission of your Resume and Cover Letter stating how you meet the required qualifications in your application prior to the closing date of the position.

 Posting Close Date: December 8, 2024

Human Resources Manager

WE’RE HIRING!

Human Resources Manager, Head Office

Full-Time Permanent

About Us
First Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 64% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About The Role
Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you will join a driven team that is growing and committed to results in an inclusive and high-performing culture. As a Human Resources Manager, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of our human resources programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the employees whilst following HR best practices. We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic individual who values HR excellence and is committed to fostering a supportive and effective work environment. The HR Manager provides hands-on HR experience, particularly in HR analytics, recruitment, employee relations, and workforce management. This position is based out ofour Head Office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, which is located on First Nations land.

What You’ll be Doing
• Acts as a subject matter expert and provides value-added advice and coaching on employment related issues to employees and People Managers ensuring consistency and alignment to established governing regulations, Bank policies, and processes to avoid precedent-setting outcomes
• Conducts formal investigations into allegations of misconduct both independently and/or in collaboration with external investigators (e.g., harassment, discrimination, violence)
• Collaborate with People Managers on talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management
• Lead employee onboarding, and orientation, ensuring a smooth and positive transition for new hires
• Foster a positive workplace culture, promoting diversity, inclusion, and engagement
• Act as a liaison between employees and management, resolving issues related to employee relations, and non-work-related illnesses
• Maintain up-to-date HR policies and ensure all practices comply with federal employment regulations
• Lead the Health and Safety committee to support and promote workplace safety initiatives
• Manage the HR systems and process administration, including payroll coordination
• Provide strategic HR input, including conducting employee surveys and developing HR initiatives aligned with Bank objectives
• Oversee off boarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions and compliance with Bank protocols
• Manage data integrity and security in HR systems and handle confidential matters with discretion

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong relationship-building skills, demonstrating integrity and the ability to coach and influence the management team. You will have a high level of cultural awareness and sensitivity, coupled with a high level of integrity and professionalism, making you a perfect fit for our Indigenous Bank.

Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years’ of HR experience
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or related field
• Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and other employment legislation
• CPHR certification an asset
• Working knowledge of employee group benefits
• Demonstrated understanding of HR information systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive with time management, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Cultural competency and knowledge of Indigenous people and communities

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.
If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca and send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until it is filled

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Financial Services Advisor

The Synergy Experience – what is it exactly?  Just ask our employees. Their dedication to our customers (members) and each other has created an incredible place to work. We’re local, we offer personalized and competitive products & services. We are proud to be a part of a local and community focus and are seeking a Financial Services Advisor to help us continue our rich tradition of serving our community – since 1943!

What do our Financial Services Advisors do?

As an FSA, you will work in a retail banking environment where you have a meaningful impact on the financial wellness of members. You connect with existing and prospective members, understand their financial and personal goals, provide informative and personalized advice, and recommend the right products and solutions to achieve their goals and enable their financial success.

Our ideal candidate is a relationship builder. You’re motivated, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills. You’ll be a part of a team of knowledgeable professionals who share a genuine commitment working with and delivering exceptional service to our membership. Your responsibilities will include working with account and deposit products, investments including the sales of mutual funds, and consumer lending products and services with some potential for small business/ag loans.

If building relationships, problem solving, and meeting challenges interests you…this dynamic career is what you’re looking for!

As a Financial Services Advisor, you will:

  • Manage a portfolio of members, partnering with current and potential members to understand their goals and priorities
  • Advise on and deliver a variety of products and services to successfully meet members’ needs
  • Engage in outreach, marketing, and follow-up opportunities to proactively seek out new business and deepen existing relationships, and
  • Promote Synergy Credit Union within our communities, including engaging in business development activities, volunteerism, phone calls, emails, and participating in campaigns.

What you need for this role:

  • Related post-secondary education (such as a Diploma or Degree in Business) and two to four years of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation is required within 3 months of hire
  • Strong experience in consumer lending is required
  • Relationship and business development skills
  • Previous sales experience working with goals, strong closing/referral techniques, and pipeline development is desired
  • Strong interpersonal and listening skills; can carry on great interactions in a variety of channels
  • Strong attention to detail

What do we offer?

  • Preferred rates on our products and services
  • Benefits and Pension
  • Competitive salary
  • Investment in your professional development
  • Community involvement

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca, by end of day on November 17, 2024, referencing competition #245006 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Hours: Permanent full-time
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly. Currently Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and flexibility to work outside various hours is required for travel, events, and member meetings.
  • Salary: $60,000 – $75,000

A little more about us:

Synergy Credit Union is a people-inspired Credit Union with ambitious goals. We endeavour to deliver amazing financial experiences, earn our customers (members) trust, grow our relationships, and build sustainable communities.

We exist to help our members achieve their financial goals by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service in modern, convenient, and secure ways. We empower our members by sharing our experience and tools, so they can make robust plans through each stage of life.

We also live in the communities we serve. This matters to us. We invest locally by offering sponsorships, donations, and scholarships, and through volunteerism. We connect with groups looking to improve overall financial literacy by providing presentations and tailoring them for educational opportunities – for families, schools, youth groups – you name it. We are proud to serve more than 27,000 members and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 7th consecutive year. This reflects our workplace culture and commitment to building relationships beyond banking with our members, and our team.

Synergy operates on the lands referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, which encompasses the unceded lands of Indigenous Nations and Peoples, including the Plains Cree, Woodland Cree, Saulteaux, Nakota, Dene, and Metis. Inclusive of Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Kindersley, Macklin, Denzil, Lashburn, Marshall, Maidstone, Neilburg, Marsden, St. Walburg and Paradise Hill.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a criminal record check and credit check.

Synergy Credit Union aspires to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our country and encourages applications from everyone.

Find out more about us!  https://www.youtube.com/user/SynergyCreditUnion

www.synergycu.ca

Mobile Mortgage Specialist

Closes October 17

Saskatoon, SK and surrounding area (ability to work remotely from home office)

Annual Salary: Approx. $90,000+
*Compensation structure is a commission-based salary with greater earning potential. Finalized compensation structure will be communicated during interview process.

 

The Mobile Mortgage Specialist will promote and maximize the development and growth of a residential mortgage portfolio for Innovation Federal Credit Union in and around Saskatoon! This position provides high quality advice on loan options, terms, and conditions, and helps members understand and evaluate their options.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive compensation
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Wellness Days to create appropriate work/life balance
  • Paid Education opportunities to ensure our members have the most equipped staff helping them
  • A purpose driven organization that focuses on the values of Accountability, Integrity and Respect
  • And lots more reasons to love where you work and what you do!

What will you do?

  • Craft and implement comprehensive mortgage acquisition strategies aligned with our member needs.
  • Grow your network and create lasting connections with realtors, brokers, and others who will refer opportunities back to you.
  • Develop solutions and make recommendations based on an understanding of the members’ needs and business strategy.
  • Be an independent, self-managed professional who enjoys developing new business in a fast-paced, competitive market.
  • Leverage existing relationships to demonstrate a strong understanding of the market and be able to translate those relationships into results.
  • Foster community interaction and engagement through effective communication and relationship-building.
  • Have the flexibility to meet your member’s lifestyle when and where it is convenient for them.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of some post-secondary education in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.
  • Two years’ mortgage lending experience and/or three years’ consumer lending and underwriting (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Ability to analyze financial data, credit reports, and property values in order to evaluate eligibility, risk factors, and affordability.
  • Excellent customer service and attention to detail skills to guide members through the mortgage process, addressing inquiries, explaining options, and ensuring satisfaction. Building trust and rapport is essential.

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button!

Innovation Federal Credit Union acknowledges that Indigenous peoples are the traditional guardians of this land that we call Canada.  In Saskatchewan we are on treaty lands and these treaties serve to govern our relationships with Indigenous people. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of Reconciliation and treaties are honoured and respected.

Chief Compliance Officer

WE’RE HIRING!

Chief Compliance Officer

About Us

First Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 67% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About The Role
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Chief Compliance Officer will join the Executive team at our Head Office in Saskatoon. As Chief Compliance Officer you will be responsible for overseeing compliance management, ensuring regulatory compliance, utilizing analytical skills, effective communication, and financial expertise in managing compliance -related tasks on a day-to-day basis. This role is permanent full-time.

Here’s What You’ll Be Doing:
• Supervision of all activities that are directed towards compliance with applicable regulatory bodies and legislation; maintain regulatory approval/registration as CCO.
• Lead the evolution of the Bank’s compliance and supervision framework to ensure that it meets all regulatory and legislative requirements and identify and prevent violations of regulatory requirements by the Bank, employees, and clients through risk assessments and supervision.
• Effectively manage relationships with external regulatory bodies, support to all regulatory audits and timely remediation of compliance issues identified.
• Serve as the designated privacy officer and Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer and act as primary point of contact for the biennial independent reviews of the anti-money laundering program in accordance with FINTRAC requirements.
• Supervision of registered individuals including oversight of registration and jurisdiction categories.
• Focusing on the client’s best interests, lead and oversee daily supervision of account opening and updates (including adherence to Know Your Client, Know Your Product, and suitability), supervision and monitoring of trading and portfolio management, personal account dealing approval procedures and policies linked to market abuse controls, and ongoing assessment and management of conflicts of interests.
• Act as a knowledge resource to client facing team to ensure products and services are delivered in a compliant manner.
• Timely submission of accurate regulatory reporting and coordinating registrations.
• Identify compliance training needs, develop, and deliver compliance training, including ensuring registered and unregistered client-facing employees have the appropriate training.
• Partnering with the business to review the design and structuring of specific transactions, new products, services, operational procedures, operational change, and initiatives.

• Managing relationships with custodians, brokers, data providers, and other operational and compliance service providers.
• Create and deliver an annual Compliance Plan and oversee and support monitoring activities in line with the Compliance Plan ensuring that remedial action is taken, and that material issues, incidents, and breaches are escalated to relevant stakeholders.
• Submit an annual report to the Board of Directors for the purpose of assessing compliance by the Bank and individuals acting on its behalf, with securities legislation.
• Champion compliance, align the department’s activities and responsibilities with the Bank’s strategic direction, support and provide pragmatic risk-based advice, and counsel to all
appropriate stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and advice to business management in developing appropriate ‘tone from the top’ and awareness of required business conduct and ethical standards.
• Support the Boards, and Governance Committees via compliance management information reporting, ad hoc communications, and guidance as necessary.
• Maintain a trusted environment where employees can report risk and compliance issues and concerns to the CCO.

About You
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Compliance/AML/ATF methodologies and programs
• Knowledge and experience with OSFI and FINTRAC reporting requirements
• Knowledge and experience in a regulated financial services environment and different jurisdictions
• Ability to coach business units on compliance matters
• Detail oriented and the ability to work on various projects at the same time under timeconstraints
• Experience with regulatory compliance tools and systems (i.e. Verifin, Ethidex)

Qualifications:
• 10+ years of relevant financial industry and professional experience, including senior compliance and risk management roles and experience dealing with regulators.
• Strong knowledge of financial industry’s regulatory compliance practices, procedures and principles applicable to legislation and regulation.
• Strong digital skills, including advanced Excel, comfort with remote technologies, and experience using a variety of third-party software.
• University degree in a related field of finance or economics, Law degree or professional designation (e.g., CFA, Chartered Accountant, or CIM)
• Ability to establish credibility, and partner and collaborate with, and influence stakeholders to extract time and resource commitments, with and without authority, across the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and take on a variety of tasks and challenges
• Diligent, organized, and with a strong attention to details.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Team player with strong written and verbal communication skill.
• Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wealth Advisor

We’re seeking people who are deeply motivated to learn about our customers (members), help them articulate and achieve their goals, and celebrate alongside them when goals are reached. We want only the most generous of heart, with a deep technical savvy to help our members establish a solid financial foundation, build a strong financial future, grow it and nurture it.

As a Wealth Advisor, your role is to support members in developing a financial plan. Think of yourself as their financial coach! Your goal is to enhance their financial fitness and promote their overall financial well-being. You’ll assess their circumstances, prioritize their needs, implement investment strategies, and regularly monitor their progress. Additionally, you’ll be proactive in supporting them through life changes and celebrating significant milestones.

As a Wealth Advisor, you will:

  • Conduct personal interviews with members, identify member needs and goals, develop an appropriate financial plan, and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Provide our members with a holistic wealth approach that focuses on members unique, personal situations. Holistic planning includes financial, retirement, investment, estate, insurance, and tax planning.
  • Create and maintain client files adhering to compliance requirements, and reports on activities.
  • Conduct client seminars on wealth management and attend business development opportunities as required.
  • Provide support on wealth management products.
  • Develop own personal business plan.
  • Identify opportunities that successfully meet the members needs and planting seeds for future product/services and follow-ups.

What you need for this role:

  • High School Diploma
  • Mutual Fund License
  • Financial Planning Designation (i.e. CFP, PFP)
  • Minimum 2 years of industry experience as a financial planner.
  • General investment and insurance industry knowledge and awareness of the Canadian credit union system are highly desirable.
  • Must keep informed to the latest trends in financial markets, industry competitors, current issues and strategies.
  • Using sound judgement to make timely and effective decisions, considering both short- and long-term outcomes, risks, and impacts.
  • Demonstrated skills include, the ability to develop relationships along with strong sales and presentation skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and strong organizational skills. Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented and collaborative environment.
  • Engage in business development activities, and volunteerism.

What do we offer?

  • Preferred rates on our products and services
  • Benefits and Pension, from day one
  • Competitive salary
  • Investment in your professional development
  • Community involvement

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca, by end of day on October 9, 2024, referencing competition #244503 in the Subject Line.

More details:

  • Permanent full-time.
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly. Currently Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and flexibility to work outside various hours is required for travel, events, and member meetings.
  • Salary: $65,600 – $85,800

A little more about us:

Synergy Credit Union is a people-inspired Credit Union with ambitious goals. We endeavour to deliver amazing financial experiences, earn our customers (members) trust, grow our relationships, and build sustainable communities.

We exist to help our members achieve their financial goals by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service in modern, convenient, and secure ways. We empower our members by sharing our experience and tools, so they can make robust plans through each stage of life.

We also live in the communities we serve. This matters to us. We invest locally by offering sponsorships, donations, and scholarships, and through volunteerism. We connect with groups looking to improve overall financial literacy by providing presentations and tailoring them for educational opportunities – for families, schools, youth groups – you name it. We are proud to serve more than 27,000 members and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 7th consecutive year. This reflects our workplace culture and commitment to building relationships beyond banking with our members, and our team.

Synergy operates on the lands referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, which encompasses the unceded lands of Indigenous Nations and Peoples, including the Plains Cree, Woodland Cree, Saulteaux, Nakota, Dene, and Metis. Inclusive of Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Kindersley, Macklin, Denzil, Lashburn, Marshall, Maidstone, Neilburg, Marsden, St. Walburg and Paradise Hill.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a criminal record check and credit check.

Synergy Credit Union aspires to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our country and encourages applications from everyone.

Find out more about us!  https://www.youtube.com/user/SynergyCreditUnion

www.synergycu.ca

Manager, Advisory Services

af·fin·i·ty (noun):

  1. a natural compatibility
  2. the name on our doors

We want our employees to feel great coming to work. After all, an exceptional employee experience leads to extraordinary member experiences.  If you have an affinity for working where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us might be the perfect fit.

Lead a team of advisors as a Manager of Advisory Services (Branch Manager) at one or more of our Saskatoon locations. You’ll coach talent that delivers exceptional service & professional advice to our personal, commercial & agricultural members. Fuel your passion for growing relationships at Affinity, where our hearts, business and profits live in Saskatchewan.

What you’ll do:

  • Manage all aspects of the advice centre(s) under a regional staffing model
  • Use metrics, performance indicators and CRM tools to deliver a seamless member experience
  • Collaborate across regions to champion a member-centric culture focusing on sales, service, advice-giving & operational excellence
  • Fulfill reporting requirements and recommend improvements relating to performance, capacity, and risk management

What you’ll get:

  • The support to grow in your career with opportunities to advance
  • A competitive salary plus bonuses for your hard work
  • A total rewards package with health & dental benefits, pension & health spending account
  • Vacation time, personal days off & a paid volunteer day to maintain a healthy life/work balance
  • A referral bonus when you scout great talent & they join our team

What you’ve got:

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field plus 7 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education & experience
  • Advanced knowledge of advice centre operations and financial products and services
  • Ability to successfully build, empower & focus a team to achieve results
  • Ability to lead, engage, and coach employees, set clear expectations, review progress, provide feedback and guidance, and hold people accountable to achieve member centric outcomes
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