Vice President, Credit Risk

Are you ready to make a move?

Work for a company who puts the financial well-being of its members first. It’s not just something we say at Conexus. It’s a promise delivered by our 900 employees each day. We are passionate about our members’ financial health, and our employees reflect that passion. At Conexus it’s about more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about providing members with insightful content, tools, advice and products that help them look at their financial choices in new ways. We do this by keeping it simple and lending an ear to each member’s individual needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Our leaders and employees are authentic, bold, creative, and responsible. They are the reason we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. They’re more than just individuals who come to work each day, each employee is a vital part of Conexus.

We acknowledge that our Conexus offices and facilities are located on Treaty 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 lands. These are the traditional lands of the Cree, Dakota, Dene, Lakota, Nakota and Saulteaux peoples, as well as the homeland of the Métis.

The bigger picture

We’re looking for a forward-thinking individual with a passion for the lending business and risk management to come on board as our Vice President, Credit Risk. This is the perfect opportunity for an innovator that is ready to challenge our status quo and willing to disrupt our current practices.

How you’ll be spending your time

Coaching and empowering your team to take calculated risks that balance member service with responsible risk management.
Ensuring that your team is in the know and can clearly communicate lending decisions to our members.
Developing new strategies and lending policies that are easy to understand, efficient, faster, and outside the box.
Leading the Portfolio Risk Management function including credit risk modeling.
Sharing insight, helping inform decisions, approving complex loans and occasionally resolving conflict around conditional approvals and credit declines.
Credit lead for the National network of Credit Union and Non-Credit Union lending syndications.

The way people describe you

A credit risk pro with business, agriculture and consumer lending experience.
A disruptor that looks beyond credit risk and incorporates enterprise risk into your decision-making.
A dedicated coach who guides teammates to grow and work through complex credit requests and sets them up with tools and knowledge for responsible risk management.
An influencer who’ll make a meaningful difference on our member and employee experience by supporting and leading change.
A knowledge seeker who stays on top of the lending industry and looks for emerging risks and new opportunities for healthy business development.

The experience you bring

Senior professional in business and consumer lending.
Formal leadership experience with demonstrated ability to effectively lead a team.
Post-secondary degree in finance, economics, business administration or related discipline. Post-graduate education is an asset.

What you get in return

Our team works tirelessly to ensure the financial success of each of our members. We think such dedication deserves recognition. That’s why we’re proud to offer some of the most competitive job perks of any employer around. Come, join our crew, and find out just how sweet the rewards can be:

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Industry leading work-life balance and rewards
Formal and informal employee development
Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives

We are excited to consider candidates with combined academic, professional and volunteer experience unique to them. Research shows that many applicants only apply if they meet every qualification of the role and we encourage you to consider the roles that most closely align with your skillset and experience. As we value diverse backgrounds and experiences and are focused on meaningfully building inclusive and diverse workplaces, you may be the new team member we’ve been looking for! This opportunity closes on May 30, 2023 so apply now on Conexus Careers page . If you have questions about this position, please contact us at jobs@conexus.ca

Chief Financial and Risk Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial and Risk Officer

Job Status: Regular Full-Time

Primary Location: This position is a hybrid role with remote work available. The in-person office time is to create meaningful and lasting connections with our members, staff and our HMECU community. Interprovincial applicants welcome – with requirement for travel to head office up to 5 days month.

Introduction

Healthcare and Municipal Employees Credit Union (HMECU) is a financial institution with a long history of providing superior financial services to local members. We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO) to join our organization in our Hamilton Head office.

Position Overview

The CFRO will be responsible for leading and managing all financial, regulatory compliance, and risk management functions of the organization. This role is critical to the success of HMECU and requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. The CFRO will report to the President and CEO and will work closely with the Senior Management team and other stakeholders.

The CFRO will manage the corporate financial performance of the Credit Union by developing and implementing short- and long-term strategies. As part of the Executive Management Team, the CFRO will work actively with the board in the development and implementation of Credit Union strategic goals; work with management to develop tactical plans designed to achieve strategic goals; and will prepare the necessary business plan and budgets to achieve the tactical plans.

What you’d be doing:

Develop and maintain a sound internal control environment.
Oversee the preparation of financial statements and provide interpretation and analysis to the Executive Management Team.
Oversee the preparation of regulatory reporting.
Develops, recommends, and implements changes to policies and procedures in the areas of administration to ensure compliance with application regulations and laws.
Develop and maintain a strong relationship with external auditors and stake holders.
Monitor and manage the Credit Unions financial risk, including but not limited to: Interest Rate Risk, Capital Risk, Liquidity Risk, and Foreign Exchange Risk
Develop and implement strategies for increasing profitability and reducing costs.
Develop and maintain the budget and forecasting processes and monitor the overall credit union performance.
Manage and evaluate the financial and operational systems of the Credit Union.
Analyze investment opportunities and manage the overall investment portfolio.
Participates actively at the senior management level and Board of Director level in the development and implementation of strategic plans.
Sets and administers the rate structure in conjunction with the CEO.
Supervises, mentors, and coaches the Finance and Accounts Payable Team.
Responsible for providing overall direction, control and planning for the audit, risk and internal controls for the credit union.
Key executive management representative to Board Audit Committee and other Board Committees as assigned.
Lead the Asset Liability Committee (ALCO).
Oversee compliance function.
Manages corporate enterprise risk relating to areas such as anti-money laundering/terrorist financing compliance, and other related legislation; keeps current with and ensures credit union compliance to legislation.
Develops and implements risk policies and programs relating to areas such as loss prevention and business continuity.
Oversees the monitoring, investigation, and tracking of internal control processes and losses due to fraud, forgery, and theft.
Manages relationships with external regulators.
Other duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements

Accounting designation (CPA) required.
Minimum of 8-10 years in accounting and financial experience.
Proven experience managing financial and risk functions.
Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting.
Knowledge of banking regulations and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of DNA Banking System would be considered an asset.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Excellent planning, budgeting, and organizational skills.
Strong people skills in working and developing relationships with stakeholders, staff and members.
Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills and strategic leadership ability.
A team player with the ability to work collaboratively.
Experience creating policies and procedures.
Must be bondable.

If you have the required skills and experience and are looking to join a dynamic and growing financial institution and team, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: Healthcare and Municipal Employees Credit Union has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact HR at 905-575-8888 ext 145 or hr@HMECU.com so that arrangements can be made.

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

Job Type: One (1) Full – time vacancy

Primary Location: Head Office – 209 Limeridge Rd East Hamilton ON / Remote Hybrid Work Environment Available

Hours of Work: Flexible Work Week

Benefits: YES. We offer a very comprehensive Benefits Package.

100% Employer Paid Benefits for STD, LTD, Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental Coverage and Employee Family Assistance Program.

Pension: Defined Contribution Pension Plan; with 9% Employer Contribution’s.

Compensation: $121,000.00 – $182,400.00 + variable bonus commensurate with experience

(Target Hire Total Compensation – $145,000.00-165,000.00)

Business Process Specialist

Open to any location in Saskatchewan
Innovation Credit Union – Find Branch(innovationcu.ca) or ability to work from your home office

Annual Salary: $53,248 – $73,216

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

The Business Process Specialist is a professional responsible for the risk management and analysis of the organization’s business processes. The primary objectives of the role include modelling processes, workflows and making evidence-based recommendations to support process improvements in a Microsoft environment across the Innovation Credit Union enterprise!

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?

Work with the business as the subject matter expert in documenting and modeling processes using the Innovation Credit Union standards (Currently BPMN 2.0).
Identify opportunities to improve both efficiency and effectiveness of business processes to make workflow better for any or all of members, staff and/or Innovation Credit Union.
Transcribe information and internal processes to obtain a comprehensive picture of Innovation Credit Union’s internal workings.
Work with internal Change Management to train staff on new processes and ensure they are being used correctly.

Some things that would impress us:

Some formal education in Lean Six Sigma, Engineering or Continuous Improvement
1 to 3 years of job-related experience in implementing workflows and efficiencies
Have a strong understanding of the Microsoft Environment, process modeling and workflows
Proven communication and collaboration skills

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button!

Innovation 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.

Senior Analyst, Risk-Based Supervision

Senior Analyst, Risk-Based Supervision

Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation

Who are we?
Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (the Corporation) is the deposit guarantor for Saskatchewan credit unions and the primary regulator for Saskatchewan credit unions and SaskCentral, together, Provincially Regulated Financial Institutions (PRFIs). We work closely with these institutions to ensure they employ sound business practices to enhance the strength and stability of the Saskatchewan credit union system.
We are seeking a confident, highly motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment to join our Risk-Based Supervision team. Our employees benefit from gaining experience and exposure to a variety of aspects within the financial services industry.

What you’ll do:
As a Senior Analyst, you will join a team of professionals that collaborate with internal and external system partners in support of the Corporation’s mandate to instill confidence in the Saskatchewan credit union system. Key accountabilities to the position include:
• monitoring the performance of PRFIs to proactively identify risk and communicate actions required to mitigate risk to depositor funds and the guarantee fund
• building, managing and maintaining effective strategic relationships with the board of directors and senior management teams within a portfolio of PRFIs
• utilizing your knowledge in the areas of corporate governance, finance, and risk management to support monitoring and understanding of the financial services environment
• assessing regulatory approval requests from PRFIs to ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements
• supporting the maintenance of the regulatory framework through research and development
Flexible hours and some travel are required as this business unit works with PRFIs throughout Saskatchewan.

What you’ll need:
• undergraduate degree in business administration or commerce; a professional designation would be considered an asset (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• three to five years’ experience in the financial services industry, regulatory, and/or audit environment
• knowledge and experience with areas such as: corporate governance, strategic and risk management, credit, audit and financial management practices
• the ability to interpret and apply policy, legislation, and regulation
• demonstrated ability to effectively present regulatory findings and facilitate discussions with key stakeholders such as senior management and board members
Core competencies focus on teamwork, communication, problem solving & decision making, service excellence, conflict resolution, and building relationships.

What we offer:
The salary range for this position is $84,800 to $106,000. We offer competitive benefits including hybrid work opportunities, immediate coverage of health and dental insurance, matched pension contributions, an employee wellness program, maternity/parental benefits, and education, training, and development opportunities. For more information on the Corporation, please visit our website www.cudgc.sk.ca.

To apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume stating competition RBS-SRANALYST by April 26, 2023 to HR@cudgc.sk.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Corporation values and supports workplace diversity. We believe diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives make our organization stronger.

Senior Analyst, Regulatory Policy and Prevention

Senior Analyst, Regulatory Policy and Prevention

Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation

Who are we?
Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (the Corporation) is the deposit guarantor for Saskatchewan credit unions and the primary regulator for Saskatchewan credit unions and SaskCentral, together, Provincially Regulated Financial Institutions (PRFIs). We work closely with these institutions to ensure they employ sound business practices to enhance the strength and stability of the Saskatchewan credit union system.
We are seeking a confident, highly motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment to join our Regulatory Policy and Prevention team. Our employees benefit from gaining experience and exposure to a wide variety of aspects within the financial services industry.

What you’ll do:
As a Senior Analyst, you will join a team of professionals that collaborate with internal and external system partners in support of the organization’s mandate to instill confidence in the Saskatchewan credit union system. Key accountabilities to the position include:
• Research, develop, and implement regulatory policy initiatives for credit unions, including inputs to the Corporation’s crisis management framework and deposit guarantee fund initiatives
• Monitor, analyze, and prepare written reports on consolidated PRFI financial and non-financial performance/risk trends
• Conduct ongoing research and analysis of the financial services industry, Saskatchewan credit union system, and the regulatory and economic environment
• Build and maintain effective relationships that support achievement of the Corporation’s objectives, such as proactive loss prevention and PRFI self-regulation

What you’ll need:
• Undergraduate degree in business administration or commerce; a professional designation would be considered an asset (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Three to five years’ experience in the financial services industry, regulatory environment, crisis management, or a finance-related field
• Proven knowledge in policy development, financial analysis, and reporting; strong research, communication, and writing skills are required
• Demonstrated ability in presenting information and facilitating discussions with key stakeholders
Core competencies focus on teamwork, communication, problem solving & decision making, service excellence, conflict resolution, and building relationships.

Ready to Apply?

Please submit your cover letter and resume stating competition RPP-SRANALYST by April 26, 2023 to HR@cudgc.sk.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Corporation values and supports workplace diversity. We believe diverse ideas, opinions, and perspectives make our organization stronger.

Compliance Specialist

Compliance Specialist – Cornerstone Credit Union

Join the Cornerstone Crew!

Be Part of Something . . . . .

Are you an outgoing individual who has great interpersonal and communication skills and who loves digging into things? We’re looking for a dedicated Compliance Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced work environment and prides themselves on seeing things done right. If this is you, we want you to join our Risk team at Cornerstone Credit Union!

As a Compliance Specialist, you’ll be an important part of a team of knowledgeable risk-adverse professionals who share a genuine commitment to protect the organization and its external members from risk related activities.

Reporting to the Manager, Compliance, you will be part of a team that is responsible for day to day compliance in relation to the credit union’s legal and regulatory requirements and framework. You will identify areas to mitigate risks of member fraud by reviewing prescribed and suspicious transactions and other Verafin Anti-Money Laundering monitoring. You will provide ongoing support to staff and management on the Privacy, Anti-Money Laundering, Market Practice Code, Fraud, regulatory compliance and proclaimed Acts. You will work collaboratively with team members and will be involved in a range of compliance activities with primary responsibilities for compliance regime training, reporting and record keeping, including reporting to FINTRAC. This role will respond to enquiries, assist in developing and implementation of policies and procedures related to compliance, risk and its related activities as well as provide support in absence of the Manager, Compliance.

What We Are Looking For . . . . .

To be considered for a Compliance Specialist position you must have post-secondary education; plus, two to four years of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education or experience. A CAMLI designation or an Anti-Money Laundering professional designation is preferred or a commitment to obtain one is required.

This position requires exceptional communication skills, problem solving skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships. You must have detailed knowledge of compliance policies, procedures and practices and detailed knowledge of regulatory, legislative and technical environment that impacts the credit union (Proceeds of Crime Act & Terrorist Financing, Privacy and Market Code). You must have working knowledge of Microsoft software, basic understanding of accounting principles and financial management. Working knowledge of credit union banking system software and credit union products and services will be required for this position. A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and development is required.

We Say We Care, and We Mean It

Cornerstone Credit Union is a caring and compassionate organization. We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes a great employee benefits program, matched pension contributions along with wellness and employment perks!

We also offer an incentive program that rewards employees for outstanding individual performance!

The salary will reflect your experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate may select to work at any of Cornerstone Credit Union’s 15 Saskatchewan branches. Union membership may be necessary, depending on work location.

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/253476-37571.html

Director, Retail and Small Business Markets

Are you ready to make a move to a company that puts the financial well-being of its members first?

It’s not just something we say at Conexus. It’s a promise delivered by our 900 employees each day. We are passionate about our members’ financial health, and our employees reflect that passion. At Conexus it’s about more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about providing members with insightful content, tools, advice and products that help them look at their financial choices in new ways. We do this by keeping it simple and lending an ear to each member’s individual needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Our employees are authentic, bold, creative, and responsible. They are the reason we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. They’re more than just individuals who come to work each day, each employee is a vital part of Conexus.

The bigger picture

We’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking, results-driven person to come on board as our Director, Retail and Small Business Markets, preferably located in Regina, Saskatchewan. You will be responsible for leading and directing the retail and small business sales and service delivery to drive growth and achieve exceptional results that supports Conexus, our members and our communities. This includes identifying ways in which we can enhance our ability to improve sales processes and increase efficiencies to support our members overall financial well-being. Ultimately your leadership and guidance will be critical to driving growth and success within the retail and small business markets while ensuring alignment to organizational strategies and effectively leading change.

How you’ll be spending your time

Coaching, empowering and leading a team of direct reports to maximize sales, member experience, business and community development, and operational performance
Leading by example to encourage the sharing of ideas for improving sales processes that facilitate the teams ability to provide financial product sales and advice to consumer and small business members
Assessing the performance of sales teams and provide recommendations for improvement while ensuring adherence to corporate policies
Lead strategies to ensure member-centric, needs based services and advice are being provided that facilitate relationships built on trust
Identifying and managing risks and opportunities while ensuring adherence to company policies and legislation
Identifying opportunities for improvement of policies, processes and increased efficiencies that ultimately support the member experience

The way people describe you

You have a deep understanding of the core business lines within the Credit Union system
You are a driven individual who strives to grow the success of your team through continuous coaching and empowerment
You promote and cultivate an environment that continually seeks and identifies areas to increase efficiencies
You have extensive organizational awareness and the ability to drive change and growth that align to the overall corporate strategy
You are considered a subject matter expert that is able to create a collaborative environment that supports a learning culture
You are a trusted partner who is skilled at conflict resolution and crisis management

The experience you bring

10 years’ experience in progressively challenging financial industry positions
5 years’ formal people leadership experience
CSI Moody’s Certificate in Commercial Credit (CICC)
Relevant post-secondary education (e.g. business, risk)

What you get in return

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Industry leading work-life balance and rewards
Formal and informal employee development
Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives

We are excited to consider candidates with combined academic, professional and volunteer experience unique to them. Research shows that many applicants only apply if they meet every qualification of the role and we encourage you to consider the roles that most closely align with your skillset and experience. As we value diverse backgrounds and experiences and are focused on meaningfully building inclusive and diverse workplaces, you may be the new team member we’ve been looking for! This opportunity closes on April 13, 2023 so apply now! If you have questions about this position, please email jobs@conexus.ca

Chief Compliance & Risk Officer

Pacific Blue Cross is the only health benefits provider that’s based in BC, serving the people of BC—and we’ve been doing it for over 80 years. As an independent not-for-profit health benefits society, we have stakeholders—not shareholders. It’s an important distinction for us, because we reinvest in areas that do “more good” for our members where they live and work, through new products and services and support for organizations in communities all over BC.

The Chief Compliance and Risk Officer maintains an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity that is designed to add value to the operations of PBC and its subsidiaries. Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, as well as to the Board through the Board Risk Committee, this role leads the independent oversight of compliance and risk through best practice frameworks for Regulatory Compliance Management and Enterprise Risk Management. These frameworks include the development of policy, standards, operational plans and monitoring and reporting. In addition, the Chief Compliance and Risk Officer and their team facilitates and coordinates risk management assessments, a risk register, and corporate risk profile; establishes standards and procedures for compliance programs; coordinates compliance and risk evaluations and mitigations; and facilitates the Risk Management Committee.

As the ideal candidate, you have a passion for supporting the health and wellbeing of others, and see the opportunity to further that passion through this organization that is committed to creating a healthier British Columbia through teamwork, exceptional service and accountability that will help improve sustainable healthcare. You bring a track record of success in a strategic, senior organizational role that has parallels to the scale, scope, and complexity of the responsibilities at PBC. You have experience working with an executive team and Board of Directors to ensure an organization has the tools and controls in place that will enable the organization to thrive. Ideally you have worked in an insurance or benefits environment, and have experience working with regulators such as the BC Financial Services Authority. You are an effective leader and influencer, and you possess a very collaborative, inclusive style which enables you to develop relationships with a range of partners and clients based on achieving mutual goals. Your work experience is augmented by a relevant undergraduate degree and certification in Risk Management and/or Compliance Management.

Pacific Blue Cross strives to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and employees feel empowered to freely participate and contribute regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, education level, parental status, or socioeconomic status.

Senior Project Manager

What We Do

Stabilization Central Credit Union’s mandate is to help protect B.C.’s credit union system. Through early monitoring, Stabilization Central helps identify and assist credit unions facing governance, operational, or financial challenges. Stabilization Central is a central credit union whose members are all the credit unions in B.C. Our aim is to strengthen and support their viability, stability, and prosperity through advisory support on risk management, governance and other operational challenges.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Project Manager oversees and manages projects that provide customized solutions for member credit unions. They are accountable for managing projects with member credit unions that span multiple subject matter areas such as:

Governance
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Financial performance
Retail and commercial lending

The Senior Project Manager works with regulatory bodies, consultants, and industry experts to facilitate the timely and cost-effective delivery of the appropriate scope of projects in the best interests of the credit union.

Projects include those that strengthen business practices for member credit unions that are facing a heightened level of regulatory scrutiny or managing specialized consulting engagements for credit unions seeking to improve their risk management practices.

How You’ll Do It

Building relationships by supporting and providing solutions to our credit union members
Working in a cross-functional environment with your colleagues, members, consultants and regulators.
Building tools and services that you can deploy to help enhance our members’ operations.
Learning about new credit union challenges, regulatory issues and developments as well as personal development in areas of your interest.

What You Bring

You have a strong understanding of regulatory compliance as it relates to financial services, regulation and prudential supervision, corporate governance, and risk management.
You are able to communicate complex issues in a simple way and you act with diplomacy and integrity!
Your background includes an undergraduate degree, or Professional Certification in Finance, Commerce, or related discipline, and a Project Management Designation and/or related experience.
You’ve been doing similar work for ten (10) years or have an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

We are an organization that knows the value of talented people. A career at Stabilization Central is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, nimble and inclusive team that is focused on partnering with and serving its customers, the credit union system. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a challenging work environment. Stabilization Central looks for diversity on our team, and invites applications from all qualified candidates.

Manager, Enterprise Risk Management

Position: Manager, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Stride Credit Union is a co-operative financial institution, operating in the best interests of our members and our communities. Because we are locally owned and operated by members, servicing the needs of these members and potential members is our #1 priority.

Operating across eight communities in the Central Plains region; Neepawa, Glenella, Austin, Gladstone, MacGregor, Oakville, Plumas and Portage la Prairie we offer a comprehensive line of financial products and services for any and every kind of member. Our primary objective is to provide friendly, personalized, innovative financial services with fair pricing to our members at all times.

What’s the Opportunity?

The Manager, ERM will develop and manage a framework to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor business risks across the organization. This position will manage, monitor, and maintain the overall ERM framework and reporting through the application of effective risk identification methods along with oversight and coordination of mitigation strategies throughout the credit union.

The Manager, ERM will be responsible for ensuring Stride’s operations and procedures comply with legal regulations and internal policies. Duties will include evaluating all current and new compliance regulations, reviewing credit union processes, and assisting with implementation of changes, if required. This position is a resource for compliance and fraud issues that arise at the credit union including facilitating assistance from outside resources for more complex compliance matters.

What you’ll get to do:

Establish and maintain a detailed ERM program using internal and external resources
Develop a framework to properly identify all risks to the organization, assess exposure, develop, and implement mitigation procedures with monitoring and follow-up established
Ensure the organization acts according to the Risk Appetite Statement
Develop a reporting process and scorecard of key performance indicators to monitor and audit compliance
Implement risk mitigation strategies and procedures along with effective and timely reporting standards for executive leadership
Review all Credit Union contracts to ensure risk is controlled
Work with all levels of management throughout the Credit Union to ensure and enhance the security of member information
Oversee the internal risk audit process and regularly review internal auditors.
Ensure compliance related policies (such as AML, FINTRAC, etc) are created, updated and complied with throughout the organization
Perform periodic audits/reviews on policy, procedures, and regulations
Oversee all fraud programs for the organization
Utilize fraud management programs to full capabilities and work with partners to keep apprised of new fraud threats and ways to mitigate risk

Qualifications:

7 years of ERM/Compliance, Management or Audit experience in financial services
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting/Audit or related area or equivalent experience. Postgraduate qualification and professional risk qualification will be an added advantage.
BSA/AML Program knowledge or experience
Specific Studies in the areas of Risk Management Designation with continuing education requirements, Anti-Money Laundering Compliance and Privacy Officer training
Knowledge of Credit Union internal audit cycles, control systems, policies and operational procedures, statutory requirements and the Credit Union Act.
Reporting, analytical problem solving and decision making abilities
Leadership skills
Strong skills in partnering and coordinating with other leaders and staff

Why join Stride Credit Union?

We offer an engaging work environment where creativity and autonomy are valued. You will receive a significant total compensation package including a competitive salary, eligibility for variable compensation and a matched pension plan. You will also receive additional benefits, such as:

Extended medical, dental and vision benefits at 100% coverage
Flexible work options, where available
Employee banking benefits (including free chequing accounts, low interest credit card and bonus rates on deposit and lending products)
Opportunities for professional development

If this sounds like something you are up for, we want to hear from you! Please submit your Resume and cover letter to careers@stridecu.ca. This posting will remain open until filled.