City: Saskatoon

Recruitment Specialist

Temporary Full-time (approx. 1 year)
Closes February 17
Open to any Advice Centre Location
Annual Salary $53,652 – $67,064

Would you like to earn above average pay helping members meet their financial goals, maintain a strong work life balance, a flexible schedule and have the security of a career – path supported by your organization? We offer that and so much more.

THE COMPANY: Our Purpose is to redefine banking by helping Canadians simplify their lives and reach their financial goals by reinvesting profits into our members, communities and our people. Now that Responsible Banking!

Click the link below to see what Innovation Credit Union is about! Trust us, you are going to want to learn more about who we are!

Innovation Credit Union – About Us (innovationcu.ca)

THE POSITION:  Reporting to the VP, People and Development, this position will provide guidance and work collaboratively with department hiring managers to effectively plan for current and future staffing requirements. The Recruitment Specialist will also draft correspondence, reports, proposals, employment contracts, job descriptions and other employment documentation. How does one do this? Glad you asked!

A Recruitment Specialist does the following:

  • Work with leaders to effectively plan for current and future staffing requirements, utilizing best practices for screening, interviewing, hiring and onboarding employees
  • Demonstrate best practices in the sourcing and attraction of qualified, digitally capable employees, building relationships with post-secondary institutions and other industry relevant sources, reaching passive candidates, and leveraging platforms such as LinkedIn
  • In alignment with our Diversity Plan, ensure appropriate focus on attracting diverse employees through our recruitment practices, education and internal influences
  • Participate in career fairs and other events that will elevate the exposure and reach of Innovation
  • Maintain a variety of records related to HR activities, provide reporting and commentary on a monthly, quarterly and ad hoc basis

Why Should You Apply?

  • You want to be an ambassador of a forward-thinking, member focused organization
  • You have demonstrated efficiency and accuracy skills, meeting deadlines in an ever-changing fast paced environment
  • Completion of an HR/Business/Behavioral Sciences Diploma or related program
  • 1-3 years of Human Resources Development experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Chartered Professional in Human Resources designation would be considered an asset
  • Have a strong understanding of the Microsoft environment, workflows, and file management

People Development Coordinator

Temporary Full-time (approx. 1 year)
Closes February 17
Open to any Advice Centre Location
Annual Salary $46,470 – $58,087

Would you like to earn above average pay, maintain a strong work life balance, a flexible schedule and have the security of a career-path supported by your organization? We offer that and so much more.

THE COMPANY: Our purpose is to redefine banking by helping Canadians simplify their lives and reach their financial goals by reinvesting profits into our members, communities and our people. Now That’s Responsible Banking!

Click the link below to see what Innovation Credit Union is all about! Trust me, you are going to want to learn more about us!

Innovation Credit Union – About Us (innovationcu.ca)

THE POSITION:  Reporting to the VP, People and Development, this position would appeal to those interested in working as a key part of the Human Resources team to provide assistance within the coordination of development programs, assembling and composing information, report building, and coordinating and communicating within the People Division team. How does one do this? Glad you asked!

The People Development Coordinator does the following:

  • Provide support to PD team members and employees, address employee questions/inquiries related to PD practices, procedures and programs
  • Be active in the employee recruitment process including short listing, prescreening, and interviewing of candidates
  • Responsible for the administration of the hiring process including job offers, references and security checks, proper onboarding and other related documentation
  • Maintain a variety of records related to HR activities, provide reporting and commentary on a monthly, quarterly and ad hoc basis
  • Maintenance and security of personnel records in accordance with guidelines set by Revenue Canada, ensuring confidentiality of employee files by following security procedures

Why should you apply?

  • You want to be an ambassador of a forward-thinking, member focused organization
  • You have strong attention to detail and time management skills to support a fast-moving team
  • Completion of an HR/Business/Behavioral Sciences Diploma or related program
  • 1-3 years of Human Resources Development experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Chartered Professional in Human Resources designation would be considered an asset
  • Have a strong understanding of the Microsoft environment, workflows, and file management

Chief Internal Auditor

About Affinity Credit Union

We’re a Saskatchewan-born, values-based, co-operative financial institution owned by our members, for our members. Our profits live in Saskatchewan (and so do we) and our advisors are part of the communities we serve and understand local needs.

We employ a professional workforce of about 800 and are 100% member-owned. By choosing to bank with Affinity, our members know that every dollar they deposit is reinvested and circulated back into our local communities through loans to other members. We put people before profit and as such work together to build a better world for everyone, every day. We have the largest branch network in Saskatchewan with 56 locations in 47 communities, manage $8.5 billion in assets and are the 10th largest credit union in Canada.

Our Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

With locations disbursed throughout Saskatchewan, we acknowledge our workplaces are located on treaty territories, the traditional homeland of the Cree, Dene, Lakota, Nakota, Dakota, Saulteaux and the Métis Nation the stewards of this land for generations and acknowledge this land as providing for other Indigenous nations that moved through here as well.

Affinity’s Organizational Values

Open – Accepting, Fair, Flexible, Transparent

Honest – Accountable, Ethical, Honorable, Trustworthy

Inclusive – Collaborative, Cooperative, Respectful, Supportive

Committed – Engaged, Passionate, United, Willing

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As a values-based organization, Affinity is guided by the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. These principles drive the decision-making process, creating opportunities to live our vision of building a better world. Diversity and inclusion are the cornerstone of the organizations culture.

We encourage and welcome all applications from Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our organization.

For more information, please visit: www.affinitycu.ca

The Opportunity, Chief Internal Auditor

Reporting to the Audit and Finance Committee of the Board of Directors with an administrative reporting relationship through the CEO, the Chief Internal Auditor provides overall leadership and direction to the Internal Audit department, Affinity Credit Union, and its subsidiaries on Internal Audit related issues.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading the provision of independent and objective assurance and consulting activities to the credit union, its Board, the Audit and Finance Committee, and senior executives to assist the credit union in achieving its risk and operational objectives.

You’ll also lead the evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of controls encompassing the organization’s governance, risk management process, business operations, and information systems for the parent company and its subsidiaries.

This role is responsible for leading a team of two exceptional Internal Auditors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and direction for the development, maintenance and execution of a detailed internal audit (IA) plan, as approved by and regularly reviewed with the Audit & Finance Committee (AFCO).
  • Maintains independence from operations and management while consulting with management in the development of the IA plan and key audit findings.
  • Oversees IA policy and procedures and ensures IA direction is aligned with the strategic plan, Board/AFCO direction, regulatory requirements and accepted strong practice, including recommending areas of continuous development for the IA function.
  • Performs consulting and advisory services related to governance, risk management and controls as appropriate.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of operations, and/or the reliability and integrity of the means used to identify, measure, classify and report financial and operational information.
  • Reports to AFCO and the CEO significant risk exposures and control issues, including fraud risks, governance issues, and other matters as requested by the Board and/or executive management.
  • Ensures key audit findings are addressed by management with regular follow-up reporting to AFCO.
  • Oversees assessment of the alignment between credit union strategic initiatives/directions and business operations and processes as reviewed within the board-approved audit plan.
  • Coaches on application of a risk lens in identifying issues and causes and providing recommendations to improve organizational effectiveness/efficiency.
  • Serves to advance the well-being of real people and their communities while deepening current member relationships and/or recruiting new members. Actively seeks to connect with current and potential members in our communities.
  • Maintains a collaborative, member-focused culture that is conducive to individual, team and organizational achievement, operational efficiency, accountability, and alignment

Key Qualifications:

Experience & Education

  • Post-secondary degree in a related field, complemented with 10 years of experience in increasingly senior roles
  • Advanced expertise as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) in leading internal audit and organizational controls; accounting designations (CPA) would benefit this role
  • Advanced knowledge of leading practices and innovative industry developments in internal audit
  • Advanced knowledge of regulated financial industry and operations
  • Demonstrated alignment with the values of Affinity

Leadership Competencies

Expert Advice – Provides new insights and feedback to key stakeholders to foster dialogue and make recommendations for continuous improvement. Integrates information relating to market dynamics, the financial industry, and member behaviour by utilizing area of expertise

Business Perspective – Adopts a long-term view of Affinity’s business strategy and sees the whole picture. Has a clear understanding of economic, social, cultural and demographic trends and their impact on the organization’s strategy and necessary oversight. Can adjust course as necessary.

Strategy Execution – Pulls together ideas, issues and observations through strategic insight in order to bring clarity to business leaders and facilitate decision-making.

Organizational Awareness & Relationship Management – Understands the organizational climate and understands what is and what is not possible, and how stakeholders will be impacted by decisions.

Collaboration – Desire and proven ability to make a significant impact through collaboration. Embraces collaboration as an operating style, encourages participation and fosters open dialogue. Utilizes a high degree of collaboration to make sound decisions, develop thinking beyond current boundaries and make innovative ideas practical.

Enabling Leadership – Works collaboratively with team members to achieve a common goal. Maintains and strengthens relationships with others, both inside and outside the organization. Both strategic and visionary, tactical and hands-on. A leader who develops, empowers and inspires people and grows their capacity as professionals.

Integrity and Trust – Possesses uncompromising integrity, honesty and unassailable business values and does not ethically cut corners. Treats people fairly and with dignity. Works hard to earn and maintain a high level of trust with the Board, CEO, executive team, and employees. 

Personal Accountability – Leads with humility and authenticity. Advocate of open, empathetic and respectful communication with both members and employees. Balanced, with a strong sense of ownership. Uses sound personal judgement to solve problems and make decisions.

Your pay

Our competitive compensation package includes an attractive base salary, incentive program, and excellent benefits. At Affinity, we focus on providing a Remarkable Employee Experience, a fulsome total rewards package, to support and motivate our employees in delivering a remarkable experience for our member. If required, relocation assistance to Saskatoon or Regina will be provided. Further details will be provided to candidates in the interview process.

We’d love to hear from you

Email a cover letter and tailored resume to Heather Sully at careers@affinitycu.ca indicating the job title in the subject line of the email.

www.affinitycu.ca

 

 

Manager, Advisory Services

af·fin·i·ty (noun):

  1. a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
  2. a close connection marked by community of interests
  3. 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 at our Advice Centres in Saskatoon. 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 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 & financial products & services
  • Ability to successfully build, empower & focus a team to achieve results

How to throw your hat in the ring:

  • Forward your cover letter and resume to careers@affinitycu.ca or drop them off at any Affinity CU location

Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Concentra Bank is a purpose-based organization, striving to create the future of banking. We are embarking on a bold plan to evolve and grow into a diversified, top tier performing company delivering greater value to employees, customers, and owners.

As an innovative and future-focused company, we form partnerships to deliver industry-best financial solutions to our customers. We offer a wide range of financial solutions including specialized banking, consumer finance, treasury, wealth and trust services and more. We strive to be among the most trusted organizations in Canada by solving problems for our customers and offering a positive, seamless experience.

Concentra employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package and flexible work environment. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic financial planning and analysis professional to join our team in one of our corporate locations (Regina, Saskatoon, Surrey, Toronto) or in a home office environment.

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (Full-time, Permanent Position)

The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager conducts in-depth analysis to facilitate fact based, informed decision making and integration of risk-based management in business units. This position contributes to the business line’s profitability and efficiency by analyzing risk and business need, recommending risk optimization tactics and effective measures of business strategy, and contributing to the development of Board and committee reporting.

This position is responsible for preparing and measuring various aspects of corporate performance and risk management by monitoring, assessing, and measuring financial results and processes against established frameworks. This position directly supports revenue generation by providing business units with the timely information and reporting and analysis necessary to transact, understand, manage and optimize associated market and operational risks. This position also develops dynamic models to conduct financial analysis of new business lines, projects, and products to ensure effective allocation of capital and the achievement of profitability targets.

The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager contributes to efforts for the Bank to achieve objectives by initiating strategic relationships within the department, division and company and monitoring and analyzing outcomes of strategic actions. This position coordinates business plans for business units, including preparation of business plan assumption reporting, and analysis of potential impacts to financial performance and risk measures.

Qualifications:

  • Completion of an undergraduate degree in business or finance and holds a professional financial designation (CPA, CFA)
  • 3-5 years’ experience in a financial institution conducting financial reporting and analysis or equivalent combination of education/experience
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial and managerial analysis
  • Comprehensive understanding of the financial products and services offered at the Bank
  • Comprehensive understanding in the measurement, monitoring and analysis of balance sheet risk management
  • Comprehensive understanding of internal control framework and operational risk elements
  • Advanced experience in financial modeling
  • Working level ability to assess complex financial issues, recommend strategies, plans and tactics to meet business objectives
  • Comprehensive skills in spreadsheet (Excel) and general ledger (Oracle) applications

Applications for this opportunity accepted until end of day Monday, November 1, 2021. To apply, please visit our Career page at www.concentra.ca

At Concentra, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Concentra strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. 

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

Technical Analyst

The Technical Analyst is responsible to deliver client support for the suite of Technology programs, products and services to clients including issue escalation and resolution management, and delivering training to clients and other users, including process and procedure creation. This position is responsible for managing relationships with key service providers, credit union partners and internal groups by maintaining the collaborative relationships needed with key suppliers and partners to develop products and services required to meet client needs, while ensuring a strong working relationship with business units and maintaining high service levels to clients for programs, products and services.

The Technical Analyst is responsible to provide effective leadership to multi-discipline/cross functional project teams and stakeholders by managing development for simultaneous, multiple projects from initiation to closure, working with the stakeholders to complete the project charter outlining the scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget and timing. This position also acts as a mediator between vendors, stakeholders and team members and resolves issues and solves problems throughout the project life cycle. The Technical Analyst also communicates expectations, project milestones and status reports to team members and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of experience in an Information Systems environment.
  • 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in vendor / service provider relationship management.
  • 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in project management.
  • Completion of or in final stages of completion of the Project Management Professional (PMP)® designation is preferred; completion of the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® combined with relevant experience will be considered.
  • Related ITIL® qualifications are an asset for management of IT projects.

Applications for this opportunity accepted until end of day October 26, 2021. To apply, please visit our Career page at www.concentra.ca

At Concentra, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Concentra strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

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

Systems Architect (ECM)

As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 18 consecutive years, Concentra prides itself on fostering employee engagement and a workplace of openness and respect.

Concentra is Canada’s leading provider of wholesale banking and trust solutions to credit unions from coast to coast. With deep co-operative roots, Concentra is focused on creating value for the credit union system. We partner with credit unions to ensure over five million Canadian members can choose competitive financial services from their local credit union.

Concentra Trust – a wholly-owned subsidiary – has been delivering estate and trust services nationwide for over 65 years.

Concentra employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package and flexible work environment. We are looking for a results oriented individual to join our team in one of our Saskatoon, Regina, Surrey or Toronto office locations, or from your home office environment.

Key Outcomes

The Systems Architect (ECM) manages and oversees the strategic and operational demands by leading the support, research, design, development, implementation and long-term governance of the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions at the Bank. This position is responsible for the management of research, design and execution of projects involving Collaboration Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms.

This position is the primary resource to coordinate and manage the organizational Enterprise Content Management strategy and contribute to the organization’s success by maintaining, supporting and enhancing technologies and systems within the ECM practice. It is also responsible to work with business units and manage the delivery of content management strategies, including document management and workflow.

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science, or related field
  • 5 years in technology roles, including experience working with Cloud Infrastructure services
  • 3-5 years experience working in SharePoint (online or 2016) or other Enterprise Content Management tools
  • Business Analysis experience would be considered an asset
  • Experience working in Agile work environments and projects is preferred

Applications for this opportunity accepted until end of day October 21, 2021. To apply, please visit our Career page at www.concentra.ca

At Concentra, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Concentra strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

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

Solutions Architect

As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 18 consecutive years, Concentra prides itself on fostering employee engagement and a workplace of openness and respect.

Concentra is Canada’s leading provider of wholesale banking and trust solutions to credit unions from coast to coast. With deep co-operative roots, Concentra is focused on creating value for the credit union system. We partner with credit unions to ensure over five million Canadian members can choose competitive financial services from their local credit union.

Concentra employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package and flexible work environment. We are looking for a results-oriented individual to join our team in one of our Saskatoon, Regina, Surrey or Toronto office locations, or from your home office environment.

Position Mandate

  • Technical Solutions
    1. Evaluate organization business needs and determine how Technology Infrastructure can support those needs. Determine, develop and improve technical solutions in support of business objectives.
    2. Recommend the optimum infrastructure environment for new applications within normal corporate options, such as Azure, private cloud, traditional data centres or vendor hosted environments. Work with all stakeholders to confirm suitability of the recommendation. When a review of current applications and solutions for potential migration is applicable, follow a similar approach.
  • Public Cloud (Azure):
    1. Leveraging historical information, Microsoft, and MSP resources, develop and maintain reference architectures, documentation and procedures that are aligned with generally accepted Azure best practices.
    2. Take an ownership stake in driving the cloud roadmap, including laying out supporting setup and configuration necessary to support migration of applications for hybrid cloud environment.
    3. Design Azure solutions to optimize an appropriate balance of functionality, performance, cost effectiveness and security. Review solutions with security, data, and enterprise architects and consider their input for revisions.  Maximize benefits of Azure within design to the extent practical.
  • Private Cloud Hosting (Data Centre):
    1. Working with the vendor and internal security architects, develop and maintain reference architectures, documentation and procedures that are aligned with generally accepted best practices and hosting contracts. Determine SLAs and SLOs required to meet solution objectives and recommend business continuity and disaster recovery options.
    2. When Azure does not provide a clear advantage for a solution, design solutions for the private cloud environment.
  • Architectural Review:
    1. Implementations – monitor and review solution implementations to ensure alignment with established reference frameworks and standards.
    2. Migrations – assess current solutions and identify potential benefits and risks that would result from migration to alternative environments. Provide architectural guidance for any large-scale migrations.
    3. RFPs and Vendor Hosting – participate as requested with RFP processes and reviews of vendor hosting proposals.
  • Collaboration:
    1. Contribute expertise to forums such as the Solutions Architecture Group and Change Advisory Board. Collaborate with architectural counterparts on other teams, the Enterprise Architect, and senior management to work towards a common architectural vision.
    2. Mentor System Architects and recommend development approaches to improve their knowledge and technical capabilities.

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary degree in Computer Science; a comparable combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered
  • 7-10 years of experience with Azure cloud support or development
  • 7-10 years of experience with Data Centre support or development
  • Experience working in Agile work environments and projects is preferred
  • 3 years of experience in the financial services industry with an in-depth understanding of infrastructure architecture

Applications for this opportunity accepted until end of day October 24, 2021. To apply, please visit our Career page at www.concentra.ca

At Concentra, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Concentra strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

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

Customer Success Representative

Concentra Bank is a purpose-based organization, striving to create the future of banking. We are embarking on a bold plan to evolve and grow a diversified, top tier performing company delivering greater value to employees, customers, and owners.

As an innovative and future-focused company, we form partnerships to deliver industry-leading financial solutions to our customers. We offer a wide range of financial solutions including specialized banking, consumer finance, treasury, wealth and trust services and more. We strive to be among the most trusted organizations in Canada by solving problems for our customers and offering a positive, seamless clients experience.

Concentra employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package and flexible work environment. We are looking for a results-oriented individual to join our team in one of our corporate locations (Regina, Saskatoon, Surrey, Toronto) or in a home office environment.

Customer Success Representative (Full-time Permanent)

This position’s primary purpose is to assist credit unions, commercial clients, internal and direct clients with their service needs within a call centre environment.

Key Outcomes:

The Customer Success Representative is responsible to deliver a positive client experience by answering a diverse range of incoming client inquiries pertaining to financial and trust products including providing information, clarification and interpretation of program agreements, pricing, program requirements, administration instructions, product legislation and regulatory/compliance requirements, and analyzing client needs and providing solutions to meet those needs.

This role proactively support credit unions by managing time frames to most effectively support incoming and outbound service requests and escalating client issues or problems for resolution.

The Customer Success Representative supports the department in the achievement of its business plan by maintaining consistent personal upgrading of required knowledge, providing high quality client service, and providing recommendations for efficiencies.

Qualifications:

  • One year of post-secondary education with 2-4 years comprehensive knowledge and experience working with registered plans and mortgages
  • Resourceful team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, complemented by proven time management and problem solving skills
  • Good working knowledge of the Portfolio data system would be an asset

Applications for this opportunity accepted until end of day October 4, 2021. To apply, please visit our Career page at www.concentra.ca

At Concentra, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Concentra strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. 

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

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