Occupation Types: Executive

President & CEO

Location: Windsor, ON.

Motor City Community Credit Union (MCCCU) is a proud, member-owned financial cooperative with deep roots in Windsor–Essex County dating back to the late 1930s. With a longstanding commitment to “people helping people,” MCCCU delivers personalized financial services while reinvesting in the communities it serves. As the organization continues to build on its legacy of growth, community impact, and member service excellence, MCCCU is seeking a visionary and values-driven leader to serve as its next President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides strategic leadership to the Credit Union, working in close partnership with the Board and senior leadership team to establish and execute long-term goals, strategies, and policies. The CEO oversees all operations, ensuring financial strength, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while fostering a high-performance culture. As the face of the credit union, the CEO serves as a visible ambassador within the community while strengthening relationships with members, the regulator and industry partners.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished and forward-thinking financial services executive with a minimum of ten years of senior leadership experience. You bring deep expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational leadership, complemented by a strong business acumen and a collaborative leadership style. A trusted and engaging communicator, you excel at building relationships, influencing stakeholders, and leading high-performing teams. Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors is essential, and familiarity with the credit union system is considered a strong asset.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected, community-focused financial institution at a pivotal moment in its evolution. MCCCU offers the ability to shape strategic direction, drive innovation, and make a meaningful impact on the financial well-being of its members and the community. The successful candidate will join an organization defined by its cooperative values, strong local presence, and commitment to service excellence, with the mandate to position MCCCU for continued sustainable growth.

To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3213. For more information, please contact Andrew Dumont or Richard Rankin at rrankin@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.

MCCCU is committed to equity of employment. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted. MCCCU endeavours to accommodate the needs of candidates under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation.

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Pathwise Credit Union I Oshawa, ON

For its next Chief Executive Officer, Pathwise Credit Union (PCU) is seeking a forward-thinking visionary leader capable of driving strategic growth, transforming member and employee experiences and aligning corporate strategy with a people-first talent plan. Exceptional with people, you have a proven track record of building great teams and supporting their development toward success. The new CEO will have a mandate to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and innovation.

About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for leading the strategic and operational performance of Pathwise Credit Union. The CEO will ensure the organization fulfills its mission of delivering exceptional value to its members while fostering a workplace culture built on participation, integrity, and results. The CEO will also play a key role in positioning Pathwise Credit Union to grow market share, expand into new member segments, and build on its long-standing commitment to sustainability and cooperative values.

An accomplished strategic executive, the CEO will lead the execution of Pathwise Credit Union’s business strategy, ensuring financial sustainability and balanced risk, operational excellence, and a high-performing team culture. The successful candidate will be a purpose-driven and experienced executive ready to navigate the evolving credit union landscape while protecting the Credit Union’s mission and strengthening the value it delivers to its members.

Organization
Pathwise is a full-service credit union that has proudly supported the financial needs of its over 13,800 members across the Durham region for almost 90 years. Deeply rooted in the community and its cooperative values, Pathwise’s mission is “people helping people find their path to financial success”.

Pathwise Credit Union currently has 2 branches and 48 employees, with significant potential for growth under visionary leadership.

For more information, please visit: www.pathwise.ca

Role Summary
The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing strategic leadership to Pathwise by working with the Board of Directors and the Leadership Team to establish, implement and oversee PCU’s long range goals, strategies, plans and policies.
The CEO is the highest-ranking executive officer in the organization and has responsibility for the overall success of the organization and is the ultimate decision-maker for the business operations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
o The ability to develop and communicate a clear vision for the Credit Union and effectively lead the organization towards its goals and objectives.
o The ability to identify and develop strategic partnerships and collaborations with other credit unions, service providers, and community organizations to expand the Credit Union’s reach and enhance its offerings.
o A mindset of continuous improvement that is focused on member-centricity, streamlining operations, and keeping pace with industry trends and competition.

Financial Management:
o Strong financial acumen and the ability to manage and optimize the Credit Union’s financial performance, including asset growth, loan portfolios, liquidity, and profitability.

Risk Management:
o A deep understanding of risk management principles and practices, including credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and compliance, to ensure the Credit Union’s stability and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Team Building and Talent Management:
o The capability to build a high-performing team, recruit top talent and provide effective leadership.
o Architects and recruits a high-caliber executive leadership team, hand-selecting the strategic partners necessary to drive the Credit Union’s long-term vision and foster a positive organizational culture that attracts and retains skilled professionals.

Governance and Compliance:
o Knowledge of corporate governance principles and experience in ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies, including reporting requirements, ethical standards, and fiduciary responsibilities.
o Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with the Board, regulators, and other key stakeholders to achieve mutual goals.

Experience & Education
o A degree in business administration (master’s degree preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
o Experience of 7 to 10 years in senior management positions in a financial services organization.
o Exceptional knowledge and experience in the Canadian banking system and specifically, the credit union industry.
o Union experience is considered an asset.
o Experience in and/or understanding of reporting to a Board of Directors and ability to engage appropriately so that the Board can oversee the cooperative in accordance with good governance principles.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (PREFERRED)
o Demonstrated ability to lead sustainable growth, teams and channel distribution in a financial setting.
o Adept at leading digital transformation and growing technology skills with people.
o Experience with executive-level talent attraction, recruiting, integration and retention.

The salary range for this role is: $235,450 – $277,000 plus STIP.

This is a publicly advertised job posting for an existing vacancy.
Hawkeye Strategies Inc. does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.

Location
The primary location of this role is in Oshawa and Durham Region, Ontario, part of the Greater Toronto Area.

Please note that, while this is the preference of the Board of Directors, they are open to discussion with candidates who wish to commute from outside of the immediate area.

With a population of almost 200,000 people and the largest city in the Durham Region, Oshawa is a growing and diverse city located east of Toronto on Lake Ontario. With a rich General Motors history, it has expanded into a hub of health care, education, and technology, while offering a mix of suburban, urban, and natural amenities.

For more information visit:
https://www.oshawa.ca/explore-play/
https://www.durham.ca/en/discovering-durham/discovering-durham.aspx

Oshawa and Durham Region’s mix of dynamic community assets and growth opportunities makes it an ideal home base for leaders looking to make an impact—both professionally and personally.

To Apply

To fill this position, Pathwise Credit Union has partnered with governance consulting firm Hawkeye Strategies Inc. We would like to thank all applicants but regret that we are only able to personally contact those individuals whose backgrounds best match the requirements for the role.

For questions about this role, please email cerasuolo@hawkeyestrategies.com

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 Risk

Vice President, Credit Risk

 

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 Risk 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 Risk is to conduct their duties while demonstrating positive leadership and exemplary ethics within the Credit Union and externally in the community. The VP, Credit Risk 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.

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 6th 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 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 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 6th 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.

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.

 

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