Province: Saskatchewan

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 to working with and delivering exceptional service to our membership, including 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 one to four years of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 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
  • Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation may be required within 3 months of hire

We encourage you to apply. We have two levels in this role. Placement within these levels is dependent on experience and education.

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 July 4, 2024, referencing competition #243604 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

Treasury Analyst

About this Opportunity

The Treasury Analyst specializes in monitoring and managing the financial resources of the credit union. As a seasoned financial professional, you are responsible for the administration of treasury rates, cash and liquidity management, investments, and loan syndications, as well as the maintenance of the loan loss model. The Treasury Analyst analyzes, reports on, and shares insights regarding the operational and financial performance of the credit union while contributing to broader accounting and finance functions and providing support and back-up to the Manager of Finance & Accounting as required.

Working closely with the Manager of Finance & Accounting, and in compliance with policy, procedure, and regulatory requirements, this position is responsible to:

  • Monitor and manage liquidity, foreign currency requirements, and cash flow, and manage the purchase and maturity of credit union investments,
  • Monitor market interest rates and recommend strategies for product pricing,
  • Develop and implement investment strategies including the use of syndication loans, leases, credit pools, and securitization,
  • Update & maintain BankBI: Complete daily updates, manage data feeds and accounts, and analyze data within the software,
  • Perform accounting functions for loan and lease portfolios, prepare financial statements, and manage reporting and monthly remittances for off-balance sheet sold loans and brokered deposits,

The Treasury Analyst assists with:

  • Management of the credit union securitization program,
  • Reporting and data gathering for the quarterly interest rate risk simulation process,
  • Maintenance of the loan loss model including validation, data cleaning, and analysis to identify emerging risks,
  • Cyclical reporting such as PST/GST, CUDGC, Stats Canada, and CMHC reporting and the Annual Information Return for Selected Listed Financial Institutions, and
  • Assist internal/external auditors with interim and year end review.

Your Qualifications

You have a degree in accounting, finance, or economics, or a professional accounting designation with three to five years of related experience. Equivalencies considered. Preference to individuals with treasury and/or risk analysis experience. The successful candidate will be proficient in BankBI software and have expert skill in MS Excel including analysis, modelling, forecasting, and reporting. Report writing experience is required. Must have a demonstrated, on-going commitment to continuous learning and development.

Are you a highly detailed and accurate financial professional with critical thinking, insightful analysis, and collaboration at the centre of everything you do? We want to hear from you! Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca by July 14, 2024. Please quote competition #242401 in the subject line.

More details

  • Status: Permanent, full-time
  • Hours: 75 hours Biweekly
  • Location: Hybrid: This position is enabled to work remotely and from the Lloydminster Synergy Centre. For the right candidate, working out of another Synergy branch location may be considered. Travel is required.
  • Salary: $77,400 – $96,800 annually

What do we offer?

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

A little more about us

We’ve been 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.

At Synergy, our members are owners who profit when we do and who get a say in how we are run. 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 29,000 members from 12 communities in west-central Saskatchewan and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

The Location

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 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

 

Director, Corporate Governance

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 so that’s why we give our talent the tools to excel. After all, a remarkable employee experience leads to extraordinary experiences for our members. If you have an affinity for working in a vibrant environment where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us sounds like the perfect fit

 

Affinity is looking for a senior leader to provide governance expertise across the organization. Reporting directly to the CRO and Corporate Secretary, the ideal candidate has proven experience working collaboratively with executive leadership and a board of directors to lead day to day functions in the Governance division to ensure Affinity demonstrates effective corporate governance.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Provides governance leadership and expertise; works with the Corporate Secretary to develop and implement governance frameworks, policies and processes to ensure effective operation of Board and Committees
  • Understands and drafts complex governance documents in support of Board and Committee mandates, legal and regulatory requirements, and good corporate governance practices for a financial institution.
  • Oversees annual cycle and processes to support complex governance decisions.
  • Works with peers across divisions to drive collaboration and effective communication.
  • Provides leadership to direct reports to ensure that governance objectives and service delivery standards are maintained.

 

What you’ll get:

  • Affinity is proud of our remarkable employee experience where employees have support to grow their careers, do what they love, and can be their whole selves at work.
  • A competitive salary plus bonuses for your hard work
  • A total rewards package with health & dental benefits, pension & a health spending account.
  • Vacation time, personal days off and a paid volunteer day to maintain a healthy life/work balance.

 

What you’ve got:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 10 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A legal background is an asset.
  • Advanced expertise in a broad range of governance practices with advanced knowledge of corporate governance, legal and corporate affairs, and Board engagement
  • Advanced knowledge in the development, implementation, and execution of divisional strategy which incorporates leading practices and innovative developments
  • Ability to lead, engage, and coach employees, set clear expectations, review progress, provide feedback and guidance, and hold people accountable
  • Experience overseeing leading practice research and collaborative working relationships to create, implement, and revise innovative processes

 

How to throw your hat in the ring:

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

 

Posting Close Date: June 30th, 2024

Loan Origination System Business & Quality Analyst

Open to any location in Canada (ability to work from your home office)

Closes June 24

Annual Salary: $54,793 – $75,340

Innovation Federal Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canada’s newest Federal Credit Union, we will be the most digital, member-centric organization in our industry. We are on a journey to embrace the core tenets of the digital business model, like ideation, the network effect, personalized segmentation, coopetition, and agile ways of working.

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfill Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

Reporting to the VP Member Platform Development, the Loan Origination System Business & Quality Analyst is responsible for business analysis, quality assurance, and support of Innovation’s Loan Origination System (VeriLoan) built on Microsoft Dynamics 365.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive program
  • Wellness Days to create appropriate work/life balance
  • Paid Education opportunities to ensure our members have the most equipped staff to help 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 our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviours in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador willing to promote our team inside and outside the organization.
  • Somebody who is digitally capable and wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with a focus on process evolution.
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture.
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Gather and analyze business requirements.
  • Work with the vendor to match business processes to vendor workflows.
  • Develop and update functional documentation and training materials.
  • Design test plans and scripts; perform manual and automated software application tests.
  • Confirm feature functionality, detect bugs, and report issues to developers; assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • Aggregate feedback and feature requests from end-users and contribute to building the platform’s roadmap.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree is an asset) in computer science or a related field.
  • 5+ years’ experience in business analysis and software quality assurance; experience in loan origination system project implementation is highly valued.
  • Banking sector experience beneficial.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of project management and QA methodologies.
  • Proficiency with Waterfall and Agile frameworks.

 

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.

Commercial Banking Analyst

WE’RE HIRING!
Commercial Banking Analyst

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

The Commercial Banking Analyst is accountable for providing support to Commercial Account Managers in the risk management of customers; preparing competitive credit package with a high quality of risk assessment, due diligence and credit presentation; understanding pricing models and applying them effectively; identifying business opportunities amongst existing customers; while adhering to the Bank’s guidelines, policies and procedures.

Here’s what you’ll be doing
• Structure and package competitive solutions to assist the Commercial team to meet customer needs in a timely manner
• Maximize profitability ensuring that FNBC pricing guidelines are utilized and threshold is met/exceeded with each
• Support the Commercial Banking team in identifying business opportunities amongst existing customers
• Develop and maintain an understanding of pricing models/concepts and apply them effectively
• Support the Commercial Banking team in competitive credit packages in the CB segment in a timely manner
• Write credit applications with a high quality of risk assessment, credit structure, due diligence, and credit presentation
• Make recommendations on credit decisions to VP Commercial Banking
• Use Bank guidelines and systems to effectively minimize time spent/writing/monitoring credit while maintaining credit quality (risk assessment, due diligence, etc.)
• Renew credits in a timely manner, meeting targets for expired credits
• Monitor and control the portfolio and provide feedback to the VP Commercial Banking on any accounts that are outside guidelines and/or assigned limits and conditions
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with Bank and Industry Codes of Conduct

You must have:

• Experience related to business lending, financial analysis and administration
• Post‐secondary education in business (BComm, MBA)
• High proficiency with software programs (Excel and MS Word)
• Analytical with ability to pay close attention to detail and prioritize work routine
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic self‐starter who takes an outgoing and enthusiastic approach to their work
• Ability to adjust to changing work priorities and meet time sensitive deadlines
• Highly adaptable, professional and efficient
• A strong desire to learn, grow and succeed

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 July 19, 2024.

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

Senior Finance Analyst, Asset & Liability Management

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 so that’s why we give our talent the tools to excel. After all, a remarkable employee experience leads to extraordinary experiences for our members. If you have an affinity for working in a vibrant environment where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us sounds like the perfect fit!

 

Affinity is looking for  an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join our progressive and growing Accounting & Finance team. The ideal candidate will have a financial services background with asset & liability management experience, having utilized ALM software to monitor Interest Rate Risk. More than just modeling, the candidate will play a role in the evolution of Affinity’s IRR playbook, provide their expertise in product & tendered account pricing, daily liquidity, and cash management activities, as well as participate on project teams and organizational initiatives.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Oversee the asset & liability modelling process and preparation of interest rate risk (IRR) reporting.
  • Perform financial modeling and analysis in support of organizational strategies and annual budget planning.
  • Prepare financial forecasts and projections to help assess the potential impact of new and/or amended products, business cases, sales activities, and / or economic conditions.
  • Analyze Affinity’s balance sheet and treasury portfolio through an Interest Rate Risk lens to identify opportunities to employ both on and off-balance sheet hedging strategies.
  • Supports macroeconomic research and analysis in the delivery of insights related to monetary policy, interest rates and key economic indicators relevant to treasury management.

 

What you’ll get:

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

 

What you’ve got:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Intermediate understanding of Affinity Credit Union’s business objectives and divisional business operations
  • Advanced knowledge in capital and liquidity management, as well as research and environmental trend scanning
  • Ability to conduct and use leading practice research to create, implement, and revise innovative processes

 

So, what do you think? Does it sound like you’re a fit for this role? Throw your hat in the ring through our website www.affinitycu.ca/careers/opportunities

Posting Close Date: June 23, 2024

 

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 to working with and delivering exceptional service to our membership, including 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
  • 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
  • Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation, or licensed within 3 months of hire

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 June 23, 2024, referencing competition #243102 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Status: Permanent, full-time
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly. Requires ability to work a Saturday rotation schedule, and flexibility to work outside regular hours for travel, events, and member meetings.
  • Salary: $60,000 to $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

Corporate Operations Manager

About Us

Prairie Pride Credit Union (PPCU) is a leading financial institution dedicated to providing exceptional service and financial solutions to our members.  We pride ourselves on our community-focused approach and are committed to providing the best financial advice to our members and the communities we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experience Corporate Operations Manager to join our senior leadership team.  This role is critical in ensuring the efficient and effective operations of our credit union.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in overall operational management, deposit services, compliance, excellent leadership skills and a passion for driving organizational success.

Primary Purpose

Reporting to the General Manager and as a member of the credit union’s senior leadership team, this position participates in the development of corporate strategies and provides strategic and operational leadership in the areas of Deposit Services, Human Resources, Technology and Marketing. The position is responsible for the adherence to profitability and risk acceptance standards, compliance with sound business practice, applicable regulations, legislation, bylaws, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the overall credit union’s deposit services portfolio and ensure deposit activities are following sound business practices, legislation, regulations and policies and procedures.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of policies and procedures as it relates to member service, anti-money laundering, fraud and deposit products and services.
  • Develop and implement Human Resources programs to maintain and enhance a positive work environment and ensure the credit union fulfills its responsibility as an employer.
  • Work closely with third party technology providers to ensure the technology is meeting the credit unions needs.
  • Oversee the implementation and evaluation of annual and long-term credit union marketing plan.
  • Lead and oversee a variety of projects aimed at enhancing the member experience and operational capabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications

  • Post secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience at a management level, preferably within the financial service sector.
  • Strong understanding of credit union operations is preferred.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, pension contributions and professional development opportunities for career growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to be a part of successful and thriving organization.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to Laurie Smith at creditunioncareers@outlook.com.

We thank all applicants; however, only those who are short-listed will be contacted.

VP Market, Liquidity & Model Risk Management

Permanent Full-Time
Open to any location in Canada (ability to work remotely/from home office)
Closes June 9
Annual Salary: $133,497 – $183,558

Innovation Federal Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canada’s newest Federal Credit Union, we will be the most digital, member-centric organization in our industry. We are on a journey to embrace the core tenants of the digital business model like ideation, the network effect, personalized segmentation, coopetition, and agile ways of working.

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfil Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

The VP Market, Liquidity & Model Risk Management will be responsible for ensuring the organization’s financial stability and driving risk-aware practices. This position contributes to strategic decision-making, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, and has the expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes and drive robust model governance.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive 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 our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviors in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador who’s willing to promote our team inside and outside organization
  • Somebody who is digitally capable, who wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with focus on process evolution
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your own personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Identify, evaluate, and monitor risks associated with our market and liquidity risk, providing effective challenge to business lines.
  • Collaborate with the business line to develop and implement risk management strategies to manage exposures within predetermined risk parameters and metrics.
  • Collaborate with model developers, data scientists, and business units to enhance model performance and accuracy.
  • Evaluate model performance under adverse conditions and propose enhancements to mitigate model vulnerabilities.
  • Evaluate and assess the risk profile new initiatives and optimize risk-return trade-offs while aligning with organizational goals.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis and oversee risk exposure of financial instruments, portfolios, and investment strategies.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
  • 10+ years’ related experience (i.e., model governance, OSFI E23 Model Risk Management Guidelines)
  • Professional certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) are considered an asset.
  • Proficiency in risk modeling software and financial tools.
  • Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

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.

Privacy Analyst

Permanent Full Time

Open to any location in Canada (ability to work from remote/home office)

Annual Salary: $73,730 – $101,378

Innovation Federal Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canada’s newest Federal Credit Union, we will be the most digital, member-centric organization in our industry. We are on a journey to embrace the core tenants of the digital business model like ideation, the network effect, personalized segmentation, coopetition, and agile ways of working.

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfil Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

The Privacy Analyst is responsible for assisting the Legal Department with oversight of the Credit Union’s Privacy Program, with monitoring and reporting privacy-related risks, and with providing guidance to the first line of defence on potential privacy requirements associated with strategic or business decisions.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive 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 our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviors in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador who’s willing to promote our team inside and outside organization
  • Somebody who is digitally capable, who wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with focus on process evolution
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your own personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Assist the Legal Department with oversight of the Credit Union’s Privacy program.
  • Support the implementation of innovative privacy risk management processes that create efficiencies.
  • Assist with reviewing and making recommendations on privacy impact assessments for corporate initiatives.
  • Assist in drafting privacy policies and procedures and related documentation, and privacy training materials.
  • Support the maintenance of the organization’s privacy program that aligns with the Credit Union’s strategic objectives.
  • Support the Legal Department’s monitoring of enterprise-wide privacy risk exposures, and with completing reports related to such exposures.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of a post-secondary diploma or University Degree in a related field. Professional privacy certifications or designations (e.g. CIPP or equivalent) is an asset.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in a similar privacy role.
  • Knowledge of federal and provincial privacy laws and guidelines in Canada, including Bill C-27, and OSFI’s B-13 and Third-Party Risk Management Guidelines.
  • Familiarity with privacy risk management and compliance, the ability to draft privacy related policies and procedures, and the competence to provide privacy related guidance where required.
  • Demonstrated strength in organizational and analytical abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Interested?

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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.

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