Occupation Types: Business Development

Regional Manager – Business Development

The Regional Manager – Business Development works with our rural branch teams to keep us growing. Working in partnership with the branches, you will develop and lead our sales and marketing efforts to grow deposits, loans, wealth opportunities, and sales of ancillary products to help our members succeed.  You will be an integral part of leading and inspiring your team in achieving these results.

 

You are an energetic team leader!  Your positive attitude in driving results through others is what motivates you.  In this position, you will hold yourself and other leaders accountable in achieving success at our multiple branch locations.

 

You understand the business plan and develop “the how”: how we will get there. You will enjoy working closely with our Marketing Team to help produce effective campaigns. You will also work closely with our retail teams to determine how to generate new business opportunities, pipeline opportunities, and creating and leading initiatives.

 

You are a skilled business developer yourself, and you know how to help others excel as business developers. You understand our industry, our products, our services, and our commitment for always doing right by our members. You are passionate about the members we serve!  You’re an excellent collaborator – leveraging the strengths and knowledge of others to capitalize on moments of opportunity.

 

If you are deeply interested in a career with purpose, Synergy offers the opportunity to contribute to both our Credit Union’s and our communities’ success.

 

Qualifications: Preference is given to candidates with a related degree or diploma and six to eight years business development or related experience in the financial services industry. Additional coursework or training in sales, leadership and supervision are essential. Previous experience leading other leaders is preferred. Strong knowledge and understanding in credit granting associated with consumer, agriculture, and commercial lending is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

 

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca. Please quote competition #234301 in the Subject Line. This position will be posted until a suitable candidate is hired.

 

More details:

  • Location: Lloydminster, or any of our rural branch locations in Saskatchewan
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly, Permanent full-time
  • This position will be required to travel and is expected to work with a high degree of flexibility in hours of work and travel. The successful candidate must have access to reliable transportation.

 

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.

 

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 28,000 members and have reached over $2.2 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 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

 

Senior Agricultural/Commercial Lender (BRA III)

Diamond North Credit Union is currently recruiting for a Business Relationship Advisor III, to serve our East Region.   Please note that this position is regionally based and will require travel.

The Business Relationship Advisor III is accountable for the growth, development, and oversight of the lending and financial needs of a number of relationship managed members.  This portfolio consists primarily of a variety of agriculture and commercial members whose needs are complex and require innovative and creative solutions to support their operations.  The Business Relationship Advisor III’s primary accountability is to generate growth through the acquisition of new members, deepen member relationships, and to know the agriculture and commercial market to develop new and valuable opportunities for the Credit Union.  Finally, the Business Relationship Advisor III will deliver results through partnership with a variety of Credit Union departments and partners by maintaining referral relationships with personal, commercial, and wealth partners when broader or more complex financial needs are required.  Given that the Business Relationship Manager III’s members reside and operate throughout the Credit Union’s region, travel is a definite requirement.

Diamond North Credit Union is a progressive, member-owned financial institution located in northeast Saskatchewan. Our team of dedicated staff focuses on developing relationships and providing unparalleled service to all of our members and our communities. We offer a competitive compensation package which includes health and dental benefits, plus an employee deposit and loan program, and are proud to match your superannuation contribution up to 7%. Diamond North Credit Union offers an environment that empowers our employees to continuously learn and thrive.

QUALIFICATIONS

Diamond North Credit Union is looking for an enthusiastic team player who possesses strong interpersonal and analytical skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to continuous development and delivering exceptional service.  A post-secondary degree in Agriculture or Business will be a valuable asset.  A minimum of 7-9 years of job-related experience with a demonstrated track record for success in the implementation and achievement of sales goals.

If you believe that you could be the next member of our team, please forward a cover letter, resume and work-related references to humanresources@diamondnorthcu.com. We thank everyone for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Senior Relationship Development Manager

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Senior Relationship Development Manager position will provide you with a challenging and rewarding career with future opportunities to advance your career with Cypress Credit Union.

What you do:

  • Lead and mentor a team of Relationship Development Managers to develop, grow and maintain a diverse loan portfolio of agriculture, commercial and consumer accounts.
  • Build and manage relationships with a passion for members’ financial success
  • Recognize and act upon business development opportunities and deliver expert credit and financial advice while providing an exceptional member experience.
  • Travel will be expected throughout the trading area

What you need to succeed:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural and commercial lending and adjudication; undergraduate degree in Business or Agriculture would be an asset.
  • Well-developed leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Results-orientated with a passion to develop relationships for members’ financial success
  • Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to manage relationships to achieve sales/growth targets

CYPRESS CREDIT UNION & our COMMUNITY

Cypress Credit Union is a multi-branch credit union in southwest Saskatchewan.  Our Vision is to be the financial institution of choice for a growing and diverse membership.  As a relatively small credit union of $256 million in assets, we provide all the services of larger credit unions with a personal touch.  We believe in the Co-operative Principles.  The loan portfolio of $165 million is sound with minimal delinquency.  Being rural, the portfolio is 50% ag with a mix of grain and livestock plus consumer and diversified commercial accounts.

Located in southwest Saskatchewan, Maple Creek is a town of 2,200 with all the necessary amenities.  If you need a larger center, it’s only an hour to Medicine Hat and slightly further to Swift Current.  Feel safe with the RCMP detachment of 7 officers, new hospital with 4 doctors, paramedics, and volunteer fire department.  For the young family, Maple Creek offers Kindergarten to Grade 12 plus Great Plains Regional College. For the history buff, Maple Creek has 2 museums, Fort Walsh is 45 minutes away and the cowboy culture is alive and well.  Keep active at the 2 grass green golf courses, the water park and skateboard park, ball diamonds, arena and curling rink.  Like the outdoors?  Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park is only 20 minutes away and offers year-round activities.  The climate is unlike anywhere in Saskatchewan.   Keep cool in the summer by relaxing in the lodge pole pine and warm in winter when the average high temperature in January is -3°C.

Cypress Credit Union promotes continuous learning. We offer a competitive compensation package, excellent employee benefits including relocation assistance, and a matched superannuation plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Farm and Business Advisor

Farm & Business Advisor – Emerald Park Branch

Join the Cornerstone Crew!

 

Be Part of Something . . . .

Are you an outgoing individual who is great with numbers, and even better at building relationships? We’re looking for a dedicated Farm & Business Advisor who thrives in a fast-paced work environment and prides yourself on helping others to join our team at the Emerald Park branch of Cornerstone Credit Union!

As a Farm & Business Advisor you’ll be an important part of a team of knowledgeable salespeople who share a genuine commitment in partnering with our members to achieve their financial goals.

Reporting to the Manager, Farm & Business, you will create exceptional member experiences for both new and existing members by delivering smart financial advice, solutions and alternatives through proactive needs-based sales and services. Through the management of diverse accounts, you will manage an assigned Farm & Business portfolio consisting of medium market commercial enterprise and agriculture accounts.

 

What We Are Looking For . . . .

To be considered for a Farm & Business Advisor at this level you must have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in sales and service managing a diverse portfolio in a farm and business banking environment along with professional qualifications by degree or combination of education and experience.

We are seeking a candidate who can handle whatever is thrown their way. We want someone who is driven, sharp, figures out problems and enjoys talking to people. A sense of humor is required. If it sounds like we expect a lot – we do. We’ve created a “MemberFirst” workplace that we are passionate about.

 

What You will Receive . . . .

Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation and benefit package that includes matched pension contributions and wellness and employment perks that contribute to a healthy work-life balance!

On top of earning a bi-weekly paycheque, you will also be eligible to receive additional pay for outstanding individual performance through our incentive pay program!

Formal & informal development opportunities offering challenge and growth.

The opportunity to be an integral member of a team of professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment motivated to do the best for their team and their members.

Opportunity to create connections that will establish you as the go-to-expert in the community.

 

We Say We Care, and We Mean It ♥

Cornerstone Credit Union has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for 2023! This is the 7th consecutive year we have received this recognition.

We serve approximately 39,000 members in 15 branches, employ around 280 people and manage assets of about $2.1 billion.

We are a Cornerstone family; fun, inclusive, supportive and respectful.

Wouldn’t you want to be a part of that!

 

Check out our website at www.cornerstonecu.com.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://cornerstonecu.prevueaps.com/jobs/249861-37571.html

Business Advisor

Innovation Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canadas next 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 fulfil Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

The Business Advisor will develop and maintain a commercial, agricultural and personal deposit & loan portfolio, and will develop long term relationships with members. This position will provide a challenging and rewarding career with opportunity to enhance your personal development and to be part of a progressive credit union. Areas of responsibility include: 

  • Provide agricultural, commercial and personal lending services, deposits & loans portfolio management and deposit advice.
  • Provide individualized financial consulting to members regarding investment and wealth protection services and products offered through the Credit Union.
  • Ensure all deposit & loan activities are in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Recognize and act upon business development opportunities that would be beneficial to the organization and its members as a whole. 
  • Goals to grow the deposit & and loan portfolio aggressively and appropriately to maximize exposure of Innovation Credit Union products and services. 
  • Must have the ability to travel to and cover regionally as required.
    • Innovation’s Travel Practice Guidelines will be followed.

Visit the CAREERS page of our website www.innovationcu.ca to learn more and apply!

Commercial & Agriculture Relationship Specialist

Job Status: Permanent Full-Time

Preferred Job Location: Rosetown or Outlook Branch; however, a hybrid work arrangement will be considered for the ideal candidate.

Prairie Centre Credit Union, Saskatchewan’s leading rural-based credit union, currently has a permanent full-time Commercial & Agriculture Relationship Specialist opportunity available. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, dynamic individual with a strong aptitude for relationship-building with current and prospective members, as well as internal teams. Reporting to the Vice President Retail Relationships, the Commercial & Agriculture Specialist will provide support to the retail team of Relationship Managers within Prairie Centre to ensure exceptional service to members.

Responsibilities:

  • Actively find opportunities to expand existing member relationships and for the acquisition of new member accounts through networking, referrals, and connections
  • Act as subject matter expert for large and complex commercial and agricultural lending requests
  • Build and manage the relationships of key member accounts in collaboration with regional Relationship Managers
  • Work together with regional teams on business development, growth, and community engagement strategies
  • Regular travel across PCCU trading area will be required

 Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree in Business or Agriculture, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in commercial and agricultural lending
  • Ability to take initiative with demonstrated experience in achieving sales/growth targets
  • People-oriented with the desire to interact, work with, and develop relationships with co-workers, current and prospective members, and community
  • Well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills

Prairie Centre Credit Union provides employees with the opportunity for personal and professional growth within an environment that promotes continuous learning. We offer a competitive compensation package, excellent employee benefits including relocation assistance, and a matched superannuation plan.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Brett Speight, Vice President Retail Relationships, at 306-882-5595.

To apply, please submit a copy of your cover letter and resume on or before Monday, April 3, 2023, to: Cara.Nisbet@pccu.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered 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 to working with and delivering exceptional service to our membership, including account and deposit products, investments, 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
  • Relationship and business development skills
  • Previous sales experience working with goals, strong closing/referral techniques, and pipeline development is desired
  • Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation 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 Sunday, March 12th, referencing competition #233103 in the subject line.

More details:

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

A little more about us:

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 and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employer for the 5th consecutive year. This reflects our workplace culture and commitment to building relationships beyond banking with our members, and our team.

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

Credit Union General Manager

We’re seeking a General Manager.

WHO WE ARE:
St. Josephs’ Credit Union is a member owned full-service financial institution with assets of $93.5 million providing service to over 3000 members located in Petit de Grat, NS.  We are a team of fourteen, driven by our Co-operative values which uniquely position us to put people and our community at the forefront of all our decisions.   Together, we accomplish great things – join us as our new General Manager!

THE ROLE:

The General Manager is responsible to provide oversight, decision making, and leadership to credit union operations.  Working collaboratively with the Board and Management Team, the incumbent is also accountable for the development and execution of long-term strategic objectives that further the credit union’s goals and enable its’ financial viability, culture, community roots and long-term sustainability.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS:

A Motivational Leader.  You believe in the power of a strong team, and foster collaboration.  You inspire those around you by keeping lines of communication open, sharing a compelling vision for change, setting clear expectations and celebrating accomplishments.  Recognizing and developing strengths in others is foundational to your future focus.

Industry Savvy.  You’ve worked in a financial institution and have a keen understanding of relevant policies, procedures and legislation governing it.  You have solid experience in commercial lending, liquidity and asset/liability management and are a pro at analyzing and interpreting financial reports.

Skilled at Business Development.  You understand the value of building strong relationships and partnerships and excel at spotting opportunities for growth with results to prove it.

Community and Cooperative Minded.  Being active in the community is important to you, and having a solid understanding of the culture, and economic concerns within and around your market are key to your success. You understand the co-operative way and can demonstrate how it aligns with your own values.

Strategic.  You look beyond status quo, ask the right questions and can piece things together to see the bigger picture.  You embrace the future and its possibilities and boast a proven track record of implementing long term strategies and executing plans to drive an organization forward.

EXPERIENCE:   

As some of our community members only speak French, you must be able to converse fluently in both French and English.  In addition, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce and have a minimum of 10 years increasing leadership responsibility in a financial institution, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.

THE OFFER:

This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive compensation and benefits package based on internal and external market equity and commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY:

If this opportunity sounds like a fit for you, submit your application by clicking here.

Applications will close on February 26, 2023.

ABOUT OUR CREDIT UNION:

St. Joseph’s Credit Union is a financial co-operative offering all the products and services you expect from today’s financial services industry, including full access via online banking, mobile, telephone, ATM as well as in-branch.  As a credit union, we are connected to the world’s largest financial network, an international co-operative community of over 1 billion people and are one of 46 other credit unions operating in the Atlantic provinces.

We are proud of and active in our community. In 2022, through sponsorships, charity donations and participation in local events, we were able to give back approximately $30,000.

Curious about what else we do? Check out our website, facebook or instagram page.

LOCATION:

St. Joseph’s Credit Union is located in Petit de Grat, on Isle Madame, NS part of Cape Breton Island.  Petit de Grat, one of many quaint Acadian fishing villages along the coast of Isle Madame, is known for its captivating scenery and variety of vistas including coastline, coves and islands.  Petit de Grat offers outdoor enthusiasts an abundance of activities year round and its proximity to the towns of Port Hawkesbury (50 kms) and Antigonish (109 kms) and city of Sydney (128 Kms) make it a great spot to live and/or work for those wanting a quieter lifestyle.

 

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