The Organization: Kootenay Savings Credit Union
Located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of Southeast British Columbia, Kootenay Savings Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution with over $1.3 billion in assets, 38,000 members and over 200 employees. With its Corporate Office in Trail, Kootenay Savings delivers full-service personal and commercial banking through eleven branches, offers a range of wealth management and insurance services through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Kootenay Savings MoneyWorks and general insurance through its partnership in Kootenay Insurance Services. Kootenay Savings also operates its own Community Foundation that has, since inception in 2000, funded over $4 million in community-based projects.
To learn more, please visit KSCU’s website.
The Opportunity: President & CEO
Reporting to the Board of Directors, and guided by the mission and values, the President & CEO is accountable for the execution of the strategic plan for Kootenay Savings Credit Union and its subsidiaries (KSCU) to achieve financial strength, long term sustainability and creation of value for our member and communities. The President & CEO is responsible and accountable for the overall leadership and direction of KSCU’s growth, strategic partnerships, financial sustainability, community engagement and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:
- MBA or equivalent level of education in a related relevant field of study,
- Several years progressive experience in an executive capacity (ideally CEO level) in the financial industry managing multiple and significant functional areas,
- Advanced understanding of credit union operational principles and practices, and
- Exceptional financial acumen and deep understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
The complete opportunity profile can be viewed: Here
Contact: Nick Lay or Greg Longster
Leaders International Executive Search
#880 – 609 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5
Phone: (604) 688-8422
Email: vancouver@leadersinternational.com