Executive – Credit Union Careers

Director of Finance (Full-time; Hybrid)

About Us:

We are a dynamic and growing credit union with 10 locations across Southwestern Ontario, committed to providing exceptional financial services to our members.

We believe we have the best team in the business due to our leadership philosophy of excellence, and team development. With our full spectrum of investment, credit, and general banking instruments, our team can build the solution that is best for our customers; and since our customers are also our shareholders, this will always be our business objective!

Mainstreet Credit Union is actively seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join our growing team!

Why Join Our Team?

At Mainstreet we believe in investing in you – whether it is our employees or our incredible members. At Mainstreet we are committed to providing exceptional service, advice and improving and making a difference in the lives of our members.

Mainstreet offers its employees:

Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
Opportunities for training and advancement
Generous salary, vacation and benefits (Mainstreet is a Living Wage employer)
Opportunity to work at a values-based cooperative

Our Values:

Personalized: High quality personalized advice with flexible solutions.

Supported: Highly responsive through empowered professionals.

Known: Meaningful impact and connected to community.

Easy: Easy and in the way our members prefer.

The Role

Salary: $124,138.00 – $155,173.00.00 (commensurate with experience)

Location: Hybrid role (in-office work at one of our Administration Offices (Strathroy or Sarnia)

Job Function:

The Director role is a key leadership position that works closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to support and execute corporate strategies. This role combines a global perspective with a strong commitment to the best interests of Mainstreet, fostering collaboration and alignment to achieve organizational goals.

As a subject matter expert in their functional area, the Director provides strategic guidance and leadership across the organization. They are a role model, promoting a balance between team dynamics and collective success. By championing innovative solutions, creative problem-solving, and continuous improvement, the Director ensures that Mainstreet’s members and the organization’s interests are safeguarded.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this role provides leadership to Finance, Treasury and Accounting functions, including financial operations, internal and external financial reporting, policy and procedure enhancements, budget and forecast preparation, asset liability management, liquidity and capital management, treasury management and internal controls.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and drive forward-thinking strategies for their functional area that align with Mainstreet’s vision and values.
Act as a trusted advisor, offering expert insights to inform decision-making across the organization.
Serve as a conduit between the Executive Leadership Team and the broader organization, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.

Team Leadership:

Set clear goals for their team and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Provide mentoring, coaching, and constructive feedback to foster professional growth and promote team effectiveness.
Regularly evaluate team performance and identify opportunities for development and improvement.
Foster a culture of employee engagement by promoting collaboration, recognition, and inclusion within the team.

Operational and Strategic Execution:

Oversee the creation and management of the department’s annual business plan to achieve strategic objectives.
Prepare, manage, and monitor the department’s annual budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Own and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies relevant to their functional area.
Drive strategic execution, ensuring alignment between departmental initiatives and Mainstreet’s organizational goals.
Lead and manage change initiatives to support adaptability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the department and organization.

Commitment to Excellence:

Ensure operational procedures and structures are integrated, efficient, and seamless, prioritizing an exceptional member experience.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement to enhance processes and outcomes.
Champion sustainability and growth initiatives that benefit members, the team, and the broader community.

Accounting:

Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements, follow up on discrepancies and implement solutions to ensure accurate reporting. Support month-end and year-end close process.
Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
Analyze accounting and financial records and systems to ensure compliance with established accounting standards, regulations, procedures, and internal controls.
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting and assess all credit union activity to ensure financial accounting compliance with IFRS.
Develop, recommend, and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Manage the IFRS 9 Expected Credit Losses model and provide recommendation on appropriate loss estimates.
Provide reporting, analysis, and recommendations on various issues, communicate resolution of compliance issues and other complex reporting figures.
Monitor and evaluate the financial performance of the credit union, identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

Financial Reporting & Audit Management

Manage the preparation of financial statements, reports, and presentations for executive management, the board of directors, and regulatory bodies.
Develop and provide quality assurance for all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports submitted to regulators (ICAAP, ILAAP, MIR/AMIR) and/or external parties (CMHC, PICUZ)
Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes that may impact the credit union’s financial position.
Coordinate the preparation of the external financial statements and external audit.
Coordinate timing on all external audit work, discuss in depth process issues and audit findings and implement analysis for audit conclusion and implement corrective actions.

Other Finance Activities

Manage all financial activities of the company, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Lead the finance team in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with other departments to optimize financial performance, drive efficiencies, and support business objectives.
Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, investors, and financial institutions.
Prepare presentations and reports for senior management and board meetings, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators.
Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes that may impact the company’s financial position. Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and practices for Mainstreet’s liquidity and funding management, cash and investment portfolio management, asset-liability management, capital management interest rate management, and financial profitability modeling and analysis.
Deliver appropriate key performance indicators (KPI’s), required metrics, budgets and forecasting, financial reporting, and analytics to support business units, executives and board level committees as required.
Contribute and assist where required with committees and project teams to contribute to knowledge sharing and development.
Collaborate with the manager of treasury to administer the credit union’s liquidity, investments, and funding endeavors with the aim of maximizing returns.
Learn appropriate systems and tools to engage in leading, reporting and executing responsibilities such as Vantage, Prologue, ALM system, etc.
Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field; CPA required.
Minimum work experience of 5 years financial services industry; with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
Thorough understanding of IFRS accounting standards, financial principles, practices, and regulations specific to credit unions or financial institutions, including experience with regulatory bodies such as the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA).
Proven leadership experience with a focus on strategy development, team management, and operational execution.
Expertise in their functional area with a track record of innovative problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, develop business plans, and execute strategic initiatives.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams while serving as a bridge between executives and the organization.
Commitment to member-centric values and fostering a collaborative organizational culture.

Join Mainstreet Credit Union and be part of a workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion. We actively seek diverse perspectives, ensure equal opportunities for all, and cultivate a culture where every individual feels valued. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures an environment where everyone can thrive.

Mainstreet Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

*Note: This posting is for an open vacancy. Application compatibility assessed with AI.

Vice President, Credit

Vice President, Credit

Salary Range:$98,175.00 To $122,719.00 Annually

Reports To: Chief Risk Officer

Every employee must honour the vision, mission and values of Northern Savings Credit Union.

Primary Purpose:

The VP, Credit provides leadership, oversight and coordination of business and retail lending for Northern Savings Credit Union. This leader translates business strategies into goals, objectives, and processes to effect sound and prudent credit decisions for the Credit Union.

This business unit leader is responsible the credit function including retail and business credit adjudication, overseeing the provision of exemplary member service, providing for engagement of employees, managing the operations to be efficient and effective, taking action to mitigate current and emerging risk, and contributing to the operational and financial health of the Credit Union as a whole but with a particular focus on credit risk.

The VP, Credit is to conduct their duties while demonstrating positive leadership and exemplary ethics within the Credit Union and externally in the community. The VP, Credit is to inspire and produce results in the best interest of the Credit Union.

Key Accountabilities:

Credit Risk Oversight

Oversee and report on credit decisions
Monitor credit risk parameters for the portfolio as a whole to ensure that the credit portfolio remains within the Credit Union’s risk appetite and risk tolerances outlined in governing and managing policies.
Provide independent, objective review and adjudication of credit applications within credit limits and make recommendations and escalate as required.
Implement processes to manage and mitigate risk as required.
Monitor and report on performance of the business and retail loan portfolios.
Ensure regulatory requirements relating to credit are being met including credit stress testing practices.
Implement credit best practices where appropriate to do so.
Maintain knowledge of economic factors and implications for the behaviour of credit risk.
Identifies and escalates any emerging risks and opportunities within the credit portfolio.

Credit Products and Portfolios

Contribute to processes for retail and business credit products and services to achieve exemplary member service.
Oversee pricing of products to appropriately reflect risk and achieve satisfactory portfolio financial returns.
Collaborate with Finance on competitive pricing situations.
Maintain knowledge of credit markets with regards to services, products, rates, and fees.
Maintain knowledge of current market activity locally and nationally in order to identify opportunities for the Credit Union.
Develop and foster key relationships within the credit union system and with key Credit Union partners.
Maintain awareness of competitor’s products and features in products.
Maintain knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and guidance.
Advise internally on challenges in delivery of products and services.
Maintain knowledge of changing member needs and expectations.
Recommend changes to credit products, services and service delivery channels as needed.
Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer on Branch service delivery systems related to credit.
Facilitate risk mitigation in dealings with members and borrowers under financial stress.
Monitor the level of delinquencies and oversee actions to resolve delinquent accounts through oversight of the Special Accounts department.

Credit Administration

Lead the business lending adjudication, retail lending adjudication, and special accounts functions.
Ensure the business units function effectively and attain stated objectives.
Establish and implement department budgets that support the corporate goals.
Contribute to the setting of the Credit Union’s strategic direction.
Set unit objectives that are aligned with the Credit Union’s strategic direction.
Ensure alignment of policies and guidelines across the Credit Union and seek feedback to ensure effectiveness of policies and guidelines.
Monitor productivity and ensure staffing levels are appropriate.
Participates on board committees, management committees, member meetings, and community meetings as needed.

Employee Engagement

Build positive, capable teams to meet the mandate of the business units.
Create a positive work environment that motivates employees to excel and celebrates successes.
Foster a culture consistent with the Credit Union’s values and service philosophy.
Mentor and train employees as required within the departments or collaboratively with other departments.
Conduct annual performance duties including completion of performance goal setting, performance appraisals, and development plans for direct reports and ensure direct reports do the same for indirect reports.

Core Effectiveness Skills:

Interpersonal/Communication

Builds and sustains effective working relationships with staff, members, and communities
Communicates clearly and concisely
Strong written communication skills
Effective listening and telephone skills
Ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, and motivate people
Public speaking skills
Facilitation skills
Sustains openness and trust

Leadership

Recognition of and respect for people’s diversity and individual differences
Strong problem-solving abilities
Demonstrable effective decision making
A positive attitude toward change
Continuous learning and development
Effective organizational and time management skills
Flexible and adaptable in implementing the Credit Union’s goals

Working in Teams

Work collaboratively to accomplish common goals
Lead team development and identification of team roles, responsibilities and goals
Lead project teams and ensure collaborative relationships
Understand team dynamics
Provide focus and direction
Recognize and celebrate team successes
Lead in development of strategies to improve team and individual performance
Enable team members to make decision within the scope of their position

Innovation/Creativity

Finding and communicating new ideas for old problems
Presenting new ideas that have productive outcomes (results in the generation of practical applications or development of new procedures)
Pushing the limits of knowledge and ability to identify and create new ideas/solutions
Development of new programs and policies

Strategic Thinking and Planning

Ability to relate actions to the strategic plans of the organization
Knowledge of the organization and the credit union system
Recognition of global implications
Sensitivity to organizational cultures
Implement strategic plan and through actions, motivate others to achieve corporate direction
Ensuring priorities are strategically based
In cooperation with the board, establish and confirm vision and strategic direction
Identify an organization structure and management style to meet credit union objectives
Using strategic plan, develop, prioritize and implement organizational/department plans and strategies

Core Occupational Skills:

Sales skills
Human resource policy and procedure development, implementation, interpretation
Planning/forecasting/budgeting
Credit union product knowledge
Knowledge of credit union philosophies and principles
Working knowledge of credit union technology and operations
Understanding of Credit Union Incorporation Act and Financial Institutions Act and the regulatory environment

Education & Experience

University degree is required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a financial services environment
Minimum of four years of management experience in credit
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Expert knowledge of business and retail credit is required.
Expert knowledge of BC regulatory requirements related to credit is required.
Expert knowledge of credit adjudication and operational best practices
Experience evaluating and drafting policy and procedures is preferred.

Travel is a requirement of this position.

Vice President of Banking Operations – Maternity Leave Coverage

The Position:

The Vice President of Banking Operations will be responsible for contributing to the successful banking operations and shall participate in the development of Vision Credit Union Ltd. priorities and objectives. This position will be responsible for the management of Banking Operations, support, new product development, and training. This position will also be responsible for diffusing difficult member concerns, identify critical situations, and ensure the best solution is implemented for Vision Credit Union Ltd. and its members.

This is a full-time maternity leave coverage position.

For complete job posting details, please visit our website www.visioncu.ca/en/about-vision/careers

The Person:

Advanced knowledge of credit union operations required, 5 years’ experience in a financial institution.
10 years’ progressively responsible experience with at least 3 years in management.
Advanced comprehension of credit union practices and risk reporting fundamentals.
Expert knowledge of risk management and regulatory practices, methodologies and compliance.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
Excellent management, negotiating and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Able to read and interpret legislation, regulations and other legal documents.
Proven experience with driving improvements in regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training and associated documentation.
Able to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.

Compensation:

Comprehensive benefits package.

SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

Human Resources

Vision Credit Union Ltd.

Corporate Office

5007 – 51 Street

Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S6

Fax 780-679-0569

jobs@visioncu.ca

Only those individuals invited for an interview will be contacted.

Associate Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management

About Us

First Nations Bank of Canada (“FNBC”) is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 88% 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, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 61% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About The Role

The Associate Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management is a senior leader withing the Bank’s risk function, reporting to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO). This role leads enterprise-wide risk governance and plays a strategic role in enabling the Bank’s growth while maintaining resilience and regulatory compliance.

The AVP develops and implements risk frameworks that align with the Bank’s risk appetite and meet OSFI expectations, including capital adequacy, stress testing, and model risk management. A key advisor to senior management and the Board, the AVP brings insight into emerging risks and risk-reward trade-offs, helping the Bank look ahead, allocate capital wisely, and make decisions that support disciplined, forward-looking growth.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Risk Governance & Strategy

Lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework, including risk appetite, risk policies, limit structures, escalation paths, and governance committees.
Translate strategic plans, business initiatives, and external environment shifts into risk impact assessments and capital implications.
Serve as the primary risk liaison to business lines, embedding risk review into new product development, strategic initiatives, and project governance.
Monitor emerging risk themes and develop scenario and sensitivity analyses to stress-test the Bank’s resilience.
Promote a robust risk culture, including accountability, escalation discipline, and continuous learning across the organization.

Capital & Stress Testing / Scenario Analysis

Own the design, calibration, execution, and governance of stress testing frameworks (baseline, adverse, extreme) across risk domains.
Work with Finance and Business leaders to assess the capital impact of stress scenarios, strategic actions, and macro shifts; feed into capital allocation and strategic planning.
Work closely with Finance and the CRO on the Bank’s ICAAP / Internal Capital Planning process, including capital forecasts, Pillar 2 capital, cushion analysis, capital buffer strategies, and sensitivity analysis.
Ensure alignment between stress testing outputs, recovery planning triggers, contingency plans, and capital risk thresholds.

Operational Risk & Resilience

Provide leadership and direction on operational risk and resilience.
Manage and develop the Manager, Operational Risk directing their work and ensuring quality of outputs.

Quantitative Risk & Analytics

Oversee model life cycle management, validation, back testing, benchmarking, and independent challenge (in line with OSFI’s evolving E‑23 expectations)
Lead or coordinate the development of quantitative models, risk metrics, and analytics.
Design and maintain risk dashboards, early warning indicators, limit monitoring tools, and scenario visualization tools.

Risk Monitoring, Reporting & Regulatory Engagement

Oversee risk metrics and limits across credit, market, liquidity, operational, third-party, and strategic risk profiles.
Prepare and deliver regular enterprise risk reporting to senior management, the Board, and committees, including narrative, quantified metrics, dashboards, and scenario outcomes.

Other

Respond to regulatory examinations, OSFI inquiries, and internal/audit reviews. Support preparation and submission of regulatory documents.
Other duties as assigned.

About You

Practical and solutions-oriented, with the ability to translate complex regulatory expectations into actionable practices tailored to a smaller bank environment.
Adaptable and resourceful in a lean environment – willing to roll up sleeves, lead projects hands-on, and drive continuous improvement without overcomplicating.
High integrity, judgment, and accountability in managing the Bank’s risk profile.
Strategic thinker who connects risk insights to business outcomes, growth plans, and capital needs.
Strong communicator who can distill complex risk and capital concepts into clear messages for senior executives, the board, and frontline staff.
Collaborative leader who works well across business lines.

Qualifications:

10+ years progressive experience in risk management.
Deep knowledge of OSFI’s regulatory framework with the ability to interpret and implement those expectations pragmatically.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement fit-for-purpose risk frameworks that meet regulatory expectations without overengineering.
Experience building or overseeing capital stress testing, risk appetite frameworks, and enterprise risk dashboards.
Strong analytical skills with working knowledge of risk modeling tools, stress testing techniques, and capital planning – ideally with some programming or advanced Excel capabilities.
Track record of influencing and advising senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders, especially on risk-return tradeoffs and capital implications.
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, statistics or a related field; an advanced degree or designation (e.g., CFA, FRM, MBA) is an asset, but not essential.
Proven experience leading cross-functional risk initiatives or managing small teams.

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 career centre at Career Centre | Recruitment. The posting will remain open until filled.

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

Chief Information & Technology Officer

Build a rewarding career with Steinbach Credit Union

Steinbach Credit Union (SCU) is one of Manitoba’s largest, most efficient, profitable, and fastest organically growing credit unions and among the top 10 in Canada, with over $10 billion in assets. For the past 80 years, we have worked with our members to create relationships based on trust and support. Our goal is to provide advice and recommend products and services that are tailored to meet every member’s individual needs.

Our member-centric approach is a key driver in everything we do, and our level of service is second to none. We provide an environment of trust in which members feel comfortable doing business and they will recommend us to their family and friends. For more information, please visit our website.

An exciting opportunity awaits

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) to lead us through a period of change to build our Technology vision and drive an excellent online, mobile, contact center, and branch experience that matches our Brand. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the CITO is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of our technology infrastructure, systems and digital initiatives. This role oversees the development and execution of IT initiatives that support business growth, operational excellence, and member experience delivery. In addition, this role is accountable for the strategic direction of SCU’s Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring alignment of projects with organizational priorities, effective resource utilization, and successful delivery of key initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be an IT strategist that can translate that great strategy and execute it on time, on-budget, with smooth effectiveness. They will be a collaborative leader with deep expertise in IT infrastructure, project management, vendor relations, and digital transformation. The CITO will play a critical role in aligning technology & corporate projects with SCU’s strategic goals and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader to play a pivotal role in the future of our credit union for the benefit of our more than 100,000 members.

Specific Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy and roadmap that supports the credit union’s overall business objectives, including digital transformation and growth initiatives.
Lead the management, maintenance, and optimization of all IT infrastructure, including core banking systems, support services, networks, hardware, software, procurement and security.
Oversee a robust cybersecurity program to protect member data, mitigate threats, and ensure compliance with all applicable Canadian regulations.
Drive the adoption of new technologies (e.g., AI, cloud computing, and open banking) to improve operational efficiency and deliver seamless, user-friendly digital services to our members.
Oversee the Project Management Office and ensure successful delivery of key initiatives.
Manage relationships with technology vendors and partners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services.
Support business development through technology enablement and digital solutions.
Provide executive sponsorship for major change initiatives and cross-functional projects.
Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement in IT & PMO
Represents SCU on national credit union IT committees as required
Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, continuous learning, member experience, excellence and agility

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or executive role, preferably within the financial services industry.
Demonstrated experience with strategic planning, system conversions, service delivery, operational excellence and large-scale IT project management using Agile and waterfall approaches.
Proven track record of successfully implementing digital transformation initiatives.
Experience with core banking systems, cloud-based solutions, and data analytics/data governance in regulated environments is preferred.
Ability to inspire and lead diverse teams and effectively manage change.
A forward-looking mindset with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business strategy.
Ability to travel for business to represent SCU as required
Experience leading a Project Management Office is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively interact with technical teams, vendors, executives, and the Board of SCU.

How we’ll reward you

SCU is more than a financial institution; we are a community-focused organization dedicated to our members. You can look forward to joining an organization that values teamwork and its membership. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and the opportunity to make a real impact on our organization and the communities we serve. You will also receive a great host of benefits, including:

Variable compensation
Matched pension plan
Extended medical, dental, vision benefits, plus a health spending account
Critical Illness insurance, Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and Employee Assistance programs
Employee Banking benefits
Office locations in Head Office, Steinbach and in Winnipeg’s Lagimodiere branch
Opportunities for professional development

Accessibility and inclusivity

We believe our employees should represent the diversity of our members and the communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment or interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Closing Date: October 13, 2025

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Manager of Credit

Location: Luseland, Saskatchewan

Luseland Credit Union is a full-service, and independent financial institution located in Luseland, Saskatchewan. Established to serve the unique needs of individuals, families, and agricultural enterprises in west-central Saskatchewan, the organization has grown rapidly over the past several years due to the strong agricultural economy it serves, into a vibrant, efficient, technology-savvy and financially profitable credit union offering a full range of personal, commercial, and agri-business banking solutions.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Manager of Credit is responsible for leading all aspects of lending (consumer, agriculture, commercial credit), credit adjudication, collections, and risk management across the organization’s loan portfolio. The Manager of Credit works closely with the General Manager, Board of Directors, internal Credit Committee, and external partners, with a mandate to strengthen member relationships, drive loan growth, and elevate the organization’s lending culture. This is a newly created role with a key mandate to lead the credit union’s transition from a transactional model to a proactive, relationship-based service model, fostering a service environment that empowers staff and engages members. The Manager of Credit leads a team of lending professionals, providing guidance, technical direction and coaching to help team members succeed. As a key member of the Executive Management Team, the Manager of Credit also plays a key role in helping guide the overall operations of the business, contributing to strategic planning, financial performance analysis, and audit readiness, ensuring operations remain strong and forward-thinking.

The ideal candidate is an aspiring financial services leader with a goal of playing a leadership role in a vibrant business. They bring a minimum of 5-7 years of lending experience gained in a credit union, bank or similar lending organization, ideally coupled with some management experience. A combination of commercial and agricultural lending is ideal. Armed with strong team leadership and mentorship skills, and the financial acumen to play a key role in the broader business, the preferred candidate will bring a strong, personal drive to contribute to the Credit Union and the community that we serve.

Based in Luseland, Saskatchewan, this is a rare opportunity to assume a critical leadership role within a progressive and financially sound credit union. The successful candidate will find not only a career-defining executive mandate, but also the chance to contribute meaningfully to the long-term prosperity of members, staff, and the community the Credit Union proudly serves.

To explore this opportunity further, please click ‘Apply‘.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.

Assistant Vice President, Payments

Location: Flexible, ON.

WFCU Credit Union has been recognized as a leading, progressive financial institution headquartered in Windsor and Essex County since 1940. Proudly serving Ontario residents, community organizations, small businesses, commercial entities, and public institutions for over 85 years, WFCU is the sixth largest credit union in Ontario, and among the top twenty credit unions in Canada.

WFCU’s card payments portfolio provides a unique opportunity to provide its members with products and services suited to meet their needs. WFCU is seeking its first Assistant Vice President (AVP), Payments.

Reporting to the SVP, Operations, the AVP leads a small but mighty team with overall responsibility for WFCU’s card payments portfolio including credit, prepaid & debit cards. The AVP develops and executes the strategy to launch prepaid and credit MasterCard products and ensures the proper integration of all card products into WFCU’s retail delivery model. The AVP also leads the credit union’s payments modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings a university degree in a relevant field in addition to a minimum of 8 years of experience leading teams and implementing projects and developing use case scenarios in another financial institution. WFCU will benefit from your demonstrable knowledge of the card space as well as your proven skill in developing and establishing effective business relationships and partnerships. You are a naturally collaborative and inclusive individual who highly values working with internal stakeholders in areas such as risk, compliance and marketing. Innovative, entrepreneurial and outcomes oriented, you take great satisfaction in taking a card product from concept to reality and from business case to boardroom. You are an outstanding communicator, influencer and negotiator, skilled at supporting, liaising and/or presenting to executive management and/or Board level committees.

Find out why WFCU, for the 6^th consecutive year, has been certified as a Great Place to Work and has repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2916. For more information, please contact cmorrison@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.

WFCU Credit Union will accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities through our recruitment process as we are made aware of these requests. The accommodation will be based on the individual needs of the job candidate.

Director, Enterprise Risk Management

Location: Toronto, Kitchener, or Windsor, ON.

WFCU is seeking a skilled Director, Enterprise Risk Management to join its dedicated team rooted in their mission to drive progressive change through innovative financial solutions.

Reporting to the Senior Risk Officer (SRO), the Director supports the execution, ongoing development and evolution of the risk management function at WFCU. By applying a systematic and disciplined approach to identifying and assessing risks across both our traditional business model and innovative new initiatives, the Director enhances the overall effectiveness of our risk management strategies. The Director serves as an advisor to the SRO and other stakeholders providing guidance on risk related matters operating in the second line of defense. Also, the Director will support the ongoing development and continuous improvement of our risk management program.

As an ideal candidate, you bring a university degree and a professional designation (CPA/CA, CRMA or CRM), or advanced degree (MBA) combined with a minimum of five years of team leadership experience. You demonstrate sound knowledge of risk management principles applicable to financial institutions, along with strength in financial management concepts and familiarity with auditing principles, ideally acquired within a credit union or other financial institution that operates advanced risk management systems and processes. WFCU will benefit from your experience developing risk management strategies, implementing and maintaining enterprise risk management frameworks and comprehensive risk reporting and applying analytical skills in evaluating risks. An outstanding communicator who can establish effective business relationships at all levels, you are particularly adept at supporting, liaising and/or presenting to executive management and/or Board level committees. You consistently demonstrate strong judgment, tact, and diplomacy, and can accurately communicate WFCU’s current and changing risk profile.

Find out why WFCU, for the 6^th consecutive year, has been certified as a Great Place to Work and has repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2914. For more information, please contact cmorrison@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.

Executive Director

Credit Union National Benefits (CUNB) empowers organizations within the cooperative community to support the health and well-being of their employees through a best-in-class group benefits program. Since 1973, CUNB has been dedicated to delivering comprehensive, high-value employee benefits solutions tailored specifically to the needs of cooperative organizations across Canada. Their programs offer a full spectrum of coverage, including health, dental, disability, life, and critical illness insurance, complemented by additional services such as Employee Assistance Programs and telemedicine support. As the credit union landscape continues to evolve, so does CUNB—continuously adapting its model to maximize value for existing plan participants while strategically positioning for growth. Expanding reach and leveraging economies of scale remain central priorities as CUNB looks to the future.

CUNB is looking for its next—and first full-time—Executive Director. Reporting to the Board of Directors (the Board), the Executive Director is responsible for managing all operational functions of CUNB. This includes strategic planning, financial management, business development, strategic growth, oversight of service partner relationships, and initiatives to enhance organizational awareness and visibility. The Executive Director will provide essential support and resourcing to the Board.

A strong commitment to the principles of the Plan, along with the highest standards of integrity and dedication, is critical to success in this role. Serving as the visible and vital communication link between the Board and CUNB members, the Executive Director will play a key leadership role in shaping the organization’s future. The position has been refined to align with a more growth-focused mandate, placing a greater emphasis on relationship management and business development.

The ideal candidate is a resourceful, strategic and self-directed professional who enjoys both a hands-on and strategic role. The preferred background includes experience in financial services, ideally insured benefit programs, board governance, client relationship management, and business development. Experience working with credit unions, other cooperative systems, or financial services organizations is preferred. Relevant experience may include leadership roles in human resources, benefits or insurance consulting, senior positions in related associations, financial services sales, or similar areas.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future growth and overarching impact of CUNB while building strong relationships across the credit union system.

This position works virtually from anywhere in Canada and requires occasional travel throughout the country.

To explore this opportunity further, please submit your resume by clicking “Apply”.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.

President & CEO

Location: Flexible, ON.

Since 1957, Northern Credit Union has provided personal and business banking products, services, and ﬁnancial planning expertise to approximately 88,000 members across 26 communities as a full-service, locally operated ﬁnancial institution. Northern is dedicated to making a diﬀerence in people’s lives. Through economic development, ﬁnancial stewardship, and local investment, Northern contributes to building thriving and healthy communities where their members can achieve their dreams and build stronger, more prosperous futures.

On January 1, 2025, Northern merged with Copperfin Credit Union, creating an even stronger organization with over $2.5 billion in assets and a footprint spanning from the Manitoba to the Quebec border. With a shared focus on delivering member value, the new Northern Credit Union strives to advance its reputation as a leading financial institution in Northern Ontario offering tailored solutions and superior member experiences.

It is within this exciting context that Northern is currently seeking to find its next President & CEO.

Reporting to and working collaboratively with the Board of Directors, the CEO leads Northern’s skilled executive team and oversees the overall business affairs of the credit union in pursuit of its mission, vision, and True North Strong values. The CEO drives the strategic direction of Northern, ensuring business growth, financial strength, sustainability and responsiveness to the diverse needs of its members while leading the way for Northern to be an innovative market leader in the credit union system.

Northern’s next CEO must be a highly respected leader renowned for their outstanding strategic capability, strong business acumen, and track record of identifying opportunities for ongoing growth, profitability and client service excellence. A proven transformational leader with expertise in stewarding operational and cultural harmonization, your leadership style is characterized by empowerment, collaboration and a high level of emotional intelligence. You instil a high degree of confidence through outstanding communication skills, transparency and ability to rally staff through periods of change. A solid understanding of governance and prior experience working with or reporting to a board of directors is preferred, as is proven expertise in navigating the evolving impacts of technology on both employees and members. As an organizational ambassador, the CEO must excel in working closely with communities, identifying partnership opportunities, consistently upholding the highest ethical standards, and acting with integrity, transparency, and humility in all endeavors.

Play a key role in leading the new Northern into its exciting future. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2853. For more information, please email rrankin@boyden.com.

Northern Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Northern invites everyone to apply and will provide accommodations for persons with disabilities, where needed, to support their participation in our recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under serious consideration for the role will be contacted.