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Financial Specialist

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and can easily build positive relationships with your team and those you serve? Would you thrive in an environment committed to providing exceptional service and individualized financial advice? Are you a motivated professional driven by results with a genuine interest in helping others achieve their financial goals?

Prairie Centre Credit Union, Saskatchewan’s largest rural-based credit union, currently has a permanent full-time Financial Specialist opportunity available. The successful candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated individual who will provide exceptional service to our members within the LeRoy branch. Reporting to the Manager Financial Specialists, the Financial Specialist will have a strong aptitude for relationship-building and will deliver expert advice to both current and prospective members to assist them in meeting their financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

Build value-based relationships with colleagues and members
Provide solutions that support the financial wellbeing of members, through the delivery of deposit, investment, and loan products, including specializing in the function of investment planning
Promote, sell, and manage the mutual fund and term deposit book of business for the region, and ensure that growth targets are achieved
Collaborate with the regional team to develop creative and innovative approaches to achieving results
Develop and implement business development, growth, and community engagement strategies

Qualifications:

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Personal Financial Planning (PFP) designation, or willingness to obtain
Mutual Fund License including Labour Sponsored Funds, or willingness to obtain
Industry experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to gather assets
Sales-oriented background with a strong understanding of the sales process and business development

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

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Tammy Pregizer Legge, Manager Financial Specialists, at 306-882-5588. To apply, please submit an electronic copy of your cover letter and resume on or before November 29, 2022, to: careers@pccu.ca.

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

Financial Specialist

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and can easily build positive relationships with your team and those you serve? Would you thrive in an environment committed to providing exceptional service and individualized financial advice? Are you a motivated professional driven by results with a genuine interest in helping others achieve their financial goals?

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Responsibilities:

Build value-based relationships with colleagues and members
Provide solutions that support the financial wellbeing of members, through the delivery of deposit, investment, and loan products, including specializing in the function of investment planning
Promote, sell, and manage the mutual fund and term deposit book of business for the region, and ensure that growth targets are achieved
Collaborate with the regional team to develop creative and innovative approaches to achieving results
Develop and implement business development, growth, and community engagement strategies

Qualifications:

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Personal Financial Planning (PFP) designation, or willingness to obtain
Mutual Fund License including Labour Sponsored Funds, or willingness to obtain
Industry experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to gather assets
Sales-oriented background with a strong understanding of the sales process and business development

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

Financial Services Advisor

The Synergy Experience – what is it exactly? Just ask our employees. Their dedication to our customers (members) and each other has created an incredible place to work. We’re local, we offer personalized and competitive products & services. We are proud to be a part of a local and community focus and are seeking a Financial Services Associate or Advisor to help us continue our rich tradition of serving our community – since 1943!

What do we offer?

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

Competitive salary
Benefits and pension
Preferred rates on our products and services
Investment in your professional development
Community involvement opportunities

What do our Financial Services Associates and Advisors do?

As an FSA, you will work in a retail banking environment where you have a meaningful impact on the financial wellness of members. You connect with existing and prospective members, understand their financial and personal goals, provide informative and personalized advice, and recommend the right products and solutions to achieve their goals and enable their financial success.

Our ideal candidate is a relationship builder. You’re motivated, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills. You’ll be a part of a team of knowledgeable professionals who share a genuine commitment to working with and delivering exceptional service to our membership, including on accounts and deposit products, consumer investments, and lending products and services (such as consumer and small business/ag loans and mortgages).

If building relationships, problem solving, and meeting challenges interests you…..this dynamic career is what you’re looking for!

As a Financial Services Associate or Advisor, you will:

Manage a portfolio of members, partnering with current and potential members to understand their goals and priorities
Advise on and deliver a variety of products and services to successfully meet members’ needs
Engage in outreach, marketing, and follow-up opportunities to proactively seek out new business and deepen existing relationships, and
Promote Synergy Credit Union within our communities, including engaging in business development activities, volunteerism, phone calls, emails, and participating in campaigns.

What you need for this role:

Related post-secondary education (such as a Diploma or Degree in Business) and 1 year of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Relationship and business development skills
Previous sales experience working with goals, strong closing/referral techniques, and pipeline development is desired
Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation within 3 months of hire

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you! Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca, referencing competition #226408 in the subject line. This position will be posted until a suitable candidate is hired.

More details:

Hours: Full-time; 37.5 hours weekly with flexibility to work a Saturday rotation schedule, and various hours as required.

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

A little more about us:

At Synergy, our members are owners who profit when we do and who get a say in how we’re run. We also live in the communities we serve. This matters to us. We invest locally by offering sponsorships, donations, and scholarships; and through volunteerism. We connect with groups looking to improve overall financial literacy by providing presentations and tailoring them for educational opportunities – for families, schools, youth groups – you name it. We are proud to serve more than 25,000 members and have reached over $2.16 billion in assets.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a criminal record check and credit check.

Synergy aspires to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity of our country and encourages applications from everyone.

Find out more about us! https://www.youtube.com/user/SynergyCreditUnion

www.synergycu.ca

Financial Specialist

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Responsibilities:

Build value-based relationships with colleagues and members
Provide solutions that support the financial wellbeing of members, through the delivery of deposit, investment, and loan products, including specializing in the function of investment planning
Promote, sell, and manage the mutual fund and term deposit book of business for the region, and ensure that growth targets are achieved
Collaborate with the regional team to develop creative and innovative approaches to achieving results
Develop and implement business development, growth, and community engagement strategies

Qualifications:

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Personal Financial Planning (PFP) designation, or willingness to obtain
Mutual Fund License including Labour Sponsored Funds, or willingness to obtain
Industry experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to gather assets
Sales-oriented background with a strong understanding of the sales process and business development

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

Account Manager

Join our Team!

We measure success by the success of our members and the strength of our local communities. By choosing Interior Savings, you’re choosing to give back to your community. Local money that stays local – help us support local causes, events, initiatives, and positive local change. Here at Interior Savings, we support and value our employees, and work together to strengthen communities in which they live!

Interior Savings is looking to bring a new Account Manager to work with our Penticton and Oliver Branches in the South Okanagan.

The South Okanagan is known for having the warmest weather conditions in all of Canada with lots of sunshine and a comfortable climate all year round. It’s a great four-season destination offering so much to do in the beautiful outdoors. Not to mention that the region is at the heart of BC’s wine industry.

About this opportunity…

As an Account Manager with Interior Savings, you are a key contributor to the financial success of our company. You actively grow the business and lead initiatives such as campaigns, seminars, and networking with external centers of influence. You are responsible for some branch operations in the absence of Branch Management including but not limited to acting as team lead for other employees, assisting with more complex member issues, ensuring that member service levels are maintained, that branch security is maintained and monitoring opening and closing activities. This position requires strong communication, leadership and mentorship skills, the ability to work well under pressure, the ability to be a strong team player and professionalism.

As a Mutual Fund licensed Account Manager you will have a focus on Investments and through a comprehensive advisory experience, you increase members’ financial confidence by helping them achieve their financial goals. You provide the appropriate advisory service and make the necessary referrals to ensure the members’ needs are met. You are responsible for creating and executing business plans that grow your book of business. You are results oriented and are responsible for meeting and/or exceeding specific individual targets while contributing to the success of Interior Savings as a whole. You are entrepreneurial in spirit and implement retention strategies with value-added activities. You proactively network with a diverse range of members focusing on developing and acquiring those with a high investment complexity as influenced by market locations. You will also perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for….

Education

High School Diploma or better
Investment Funds in Canada (Mutual Funds) or better

Experience

4-6 years: Job related experience in a financial sales and service environment

“For more information or to apply for this position please visit our website: www.interiorsavings.com”

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact short-listed candidates only.

Financial Advisor

Northern Savings Credit Union has an opening for a full time Financial Advisor for our Terrace branch, if you are passionate about improving people’s financial health and have experience with sales and service, we would like to hear from you.

Primary Purpose

As a confident, results driven and service focused self-starter, the Financial Advisor provides advanced Investment, insurance and financial planning advice and solutions to existing and new Northern Savings members and self-sourced customers.

The Financial Advisor Is responsible for the aggregation and growth of the wealth management business, while also Identifying and referring product solutions and service opportunities to other Northern Savings business channels, with an ultimate goal of consolidating Members’ total banking and investment business within the Credit Union.

The Financial Advisor Is responsible for building strong, sustainable, client relationships and actively participating In community events that will enhance the Image of Northern Savings as a preferred provider of wealth management products, services, and expertise.

The Financial Advisor is to ensure that all business-related activities are performed to the

highest ethical standards, and on full compliance with all policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation related to the category or categories of their registration.

Responsibilities:

The development, retention and growth of investments and insurance for our clients and members
Seeking opportunities to attract new business
Maintaining regular client and member contact and building sound financial relationships

The successful candidate will be a professional team player who is self-motivated and has the demonstrated ability to gather business investment business.

Requirements:

Canadian Securities Course (CSC); must be able to be an llROC Registered Representative
Life, Accident, and Sickness Insurance license
Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation would be an asset
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in financial planning/investment sales or financial services industry
Advanced knowledge of sound financial planning principles, good understanding of all investment products
Comfortable with Industry standard financial planning tools/software
Post-secondary diploma/degree, ideally in Commerce or Business Administration would be an asset

Investment Specialist

An exciting opportunity exists, for an experienced Investment Specialist to join our team. ABCU Credit Union Ltd. (ABCU) is a full-service open bond Credit Union. Assets $263 million, loans $197 million, deposits $240 million, staff of 32. At ABCU our culture is based on our passion to be financial professionals dedicated to doing what is right for our credit union and our members.

The Investment Specialist is a key member of the wealth advisory team. The primary responsibility is to actively manage a portfolio of investment members for both the Credential Asset Management and ABCU platforms. Additional responsibilities include; engagement activities to retain and consolidate existing members business to the Credit Union and attract new investment member growth. This position works closely with the Investment Associate, Credit Advisor, and Director, Wealth Services. This role requires expert knowledge of investment products, a mutual fund license and the ability to make unbiased investment recommendations by:

Using your strong relationship building and networking skills to build connections, generate leads, promote and deliver investment awareness to all members
Collaborating with different branch teams to build relationships and provide members with personalized investment advice and comprehensive financial planning support.
Dealing with member complaints and problems quickly and
Being current and having superior knowledge of all investment products offered, policies and procedures.
Providing advice based on a holistic approach by understanding members financial goals and needs.

Experience Required

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Finance (or related field)
Canadian Securities Course (CSC) or Canadian Investment Funds Course to support MFDA required.
Comfort and ability to work with a high level of detail/accuracy.
This is predominantly a self-managed
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to work efficiently without sacrificing accuracy is
Six to ten years of job-related/industry
Completion of the Personal Financial Services Advice (PFSA) an asset
Completion of CUIC General Studies Program an asset.
Interested candidates please provide a cover letter, salary expectations and resume to:Robert Scoular, ABCU Credit Union
rscoular@abcu.ca

ABCU Credit Union thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date: This position will remain vacant until a suitable candidate is identified.

Farm & Business Advisor

Farm and Business Advisor – Tisdale Branch

Join the Cornerstone Crew!

Be Part of Something . . . . .

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

As a Farm & Business Advisor you’ll be an important part of a team of knowledgeable sales people who share a genuine commitment to partner with our members to achieve their financial goals. This advisor position would assume a leadership role in the Farm & Business department helping to coach, mentor, develop and motivate employees, peers, department members and external groups.

Reporting to the Manager, Farm & Business, you will create exceptional member experiences for both new and existing members by delivering smart financial advice, solutions and alternatives through proactive needs-based sales and services. Through the management of complex accounts, you will manage an assigned Farm & Business portfolio consisting of large market enterprise accounts that have a high/acute degree of complexity and value.

What We Are Looking For . . . . .

To be considered for a Farm & Business Advisor at this level you must have a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in sales and service managing a diverse portfolio in a farm and business banking environment along with professional qualifications by degree or combination of education and experience.

This position requires exceptional communication skills, problem solving skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships. Proven success working in a sales, service and goal oriented environment and superior ability to analyze loans, interpret financial statements and assess risk. A solid background within the credit union system or a financial institution is an asset and a commitment to continuous learning and development is necessary.

What You will Receive . . . . .

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

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

This is an in-scope position and membership in the UFCW is required.

Formal & informal development opportunities offering challenge and growth.

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

We Say We Care, and We Mean It ♥

Cornerstone Credit Union has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top employers for 2022! This is the 6th consecutive year we have received this recognition.

We serve approximately 39,000 members, employ about 280 people and manage assets of about 2.1 billion.

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

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

Check out our website at www.cornerstonecu.com.

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

https://cornerstonecu.prevueaps.com/jobs/213946-37571.html

Senior Advisor

A great opportunity to build your professional career and create a future at SASCU!

We invite you to be part of a team where you can feel good about the work you do and the positive impact on the communities we serve in the Shuswap region. We believe in fostering a work environment that is the perfect blend of friendliness, support and professionalism, not to mention, fun! Add in competitive salary and benefit packages, along with perks such as an employee incentive plan, reduced banking fees and spectacular natural scenery, and you’ll see why SASCU is an award-winning employer.

As a Senior Advisor, you will build deep relationships with members by learning what is important to them and then providing customized, advice-driven solutions that will guide them on their financial journey.

What you’ll do:

Advise members on a full range of deposit and investment products, including new personal and business accounts, mutual funds, registered products, and term deposits.
Offer personal and small business lending products and services, including mortgages, personal loans, lines of credit, credit cards, and associated insurance products.
Service and manage an assigned portfolio of estate accounts.
Interview loan applicants, analyse credit information, and make recommendations on creditworthiness.
Identify and pursue opportunities within an assigned portfolio and through referrals, connecting members to colleagues when appropriate to ensure the members’ financial needs are fully met.
Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the financial planning process by partnering with organizational specialists who can assist members with customized financial solutions.
Take a lead role in promotions and other activities to build the membership base and have a positive impact on the community.
Take personal responsibility for delivery of the SASCU Member Experience and contribute to creating a warm and welcoming environment.

What you’ll bring:

Two years of post-secondary education or equivalent.
4 to 6 years of progressive experience, including cash, investments, and lending services.
Registration as a Mutual Funds Representative, or enrollment in the Investment Funds in Canada (IFC) course within 3 months of attaining position, with the intention to register as a Mutual Funds Representative.
Strong sales record, with an aptitude for business development and relationship building.
Ability to quickly learn SASCU products and services, policies and procedures, as well as branch and specialist roles.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.

This is a full-time position working 5 days per week within the operating hours of the branch. It is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to further their career within a successful and growing organization. If this sounds like you, let us know! To apply, please email a cover letter and résumé to us at hr@sascu.com.

A bit about SASCU:

SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business: SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 19,000 members, 150 staff, and over $1 billion in assets. Learn more at www.sascu.com

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including completion of references, a criminal record check, and credit check. Employment offers will be conditional on the candidate providing satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccination, subject only to valid legal or medical exceptions, and complying with all pandemic/epidemic control measures affecting the workplace.

Financial Consultant (Investment Advisor)

**Posting Deadline: Please submit your application by 11:59 PM PST, April 30, 2022**

Position Type: Permanent

Together, Let’s Do Great Things!

We’re the largest financial institution based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, and we’ve got an opportunity for you. We are looking for a Financial Consultant to support our Comox Valley Region, so if you’re passionate about improving people’s financial health and have experience with investment advice, including managing stocks, bonds and/or mutual funds, we’d like to hear from you!

What’s the role?

Reporting to the Manager, Private Wealth Group, with a functional accountability to the Branch Manager, as the Financial Consultant you are responsible to contribute to the achievement of growth and profitability targets for Coastal Community by developing/enhancing mutually beneficial relationships with members and clients to promote the advantages that Coastal Community can offer. You will build relationships with existing and potential members/clients to provide advice and solutions of banking, borrowing, saving, and protection based on the unique needs of our members and clients. You are responsible for providing exceptional quality service to members/clients reviewing their current financial information, goals and objectives and working together to create a plan and direction to meet their overall needs. As the Financial Consultant you are also responsible for self-development and continuous learning to maintain and achieve the required knowledge to perform all principle duties and responsibilities.

Your duties will include:

Proactively developing strong member/client relationships through regular contact providing quality advice and recommendations to ensure members/clients are aware of the Coastal Community’s full product and service offerings.
Utilizing Coastal Community’s client service matrix and segmentation tools that are within CRM with each member/client.
Inputting & maintaining all client information into a CRM system to create a permanent record of member/client interactions and discussions and maintain appropriate client documentation.
Profiling members and clients to determine their personal financial needs based on their life stages and life events and pro-actively act upon the opportunities identified using Coastal Community’s processes.
Utilizing client advocacy, centers of influence, seminars etc. to proactively develop business.
Performing other duties as required to deliver exceptional service to Coastal Community members/clients and to enable the team to capitalize on all relationship building opportunities.
Assisting members/clients in making decisions about banking, borrowing, saving, and protecting.
Interviewing clients to determine their financial goals and objectives needed to develop a segmented financial plan.
Proactively utilizing financial planning software to develop a plan for each member/client focusing on the achievement of their short and long term goals.
Meeting regularly with each member/client to review their financial situation and make updates and adjustments where necessary following Coastal Community’s Client Service Matrix.

What are we looking for?

You will hold or be eligible to be IIROC licensed as a Registered Representative in the Province of BC within 9 months of start date
You will complete all Continuing Education (CE) credits as required and have completed the CFP designation and be a member in good standing within 18 months of start
a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the financial services industry, including 1 year experience in managing stocks, bonds, and/or mutual funds

Ideally, you are a flexible, collaborative team player with:

Working knowledge of various computer software applications including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and industry specific software; as well as above average organization and computer skills and proven relationship sales ability.
Familiarity with all Credit Union products and services, a proven track record of identifying and acting upon opportunities, and the ability to refer business to other Credit Union business lines to build client relationships.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate in a clear, concise manner is required to transfer information and understanding to members.
Effective listening skills to and engage members in conversation to understand and identify their immediate financial needs, and provide resolution through sourcing information, matching an appropriate product/service and/or referring members to the appropriate individual to complete their request.
The ability to multitask with above average keyboarding and internet/computer navigation skills for searching on-line client data and product information while simultaneously conversing with the member is essential to ensure that members receive excellent member service.
Interviewing skills and the ability to ask probing questions are required, as well as having the flexibility to adapt to each request and move between a variety of member concerns/questions/requests.

If you’re an approachable problem solver who embraces self-development and life-long learning, you’ll be a great fit with us.

Who are we?

Since first forming in 1946, Coastal Community has grown to become the largest financial services provider based on Vancouver Island. We’re proud of the legacy we’ve built and the things that make us who we are:

We’re 100% member-owned, with all decisions made locally—right here on Vancouver Island.
We’re a growing organization with over $4 billion in assets under management. Coastal Community helps improve the financial health of over 100,000 members and clients through our 24 branches, 16 insurance offices, 4 business centres, plus our wide range of online and digital services.
We believe in making meaningful contributions to the communities we call home. Each year, we give over half a million to community organizations and programs.

If you join us you’ll work hard, but have a lot of fun along the way. We offer a generous compensation package and a great work/life balance because we want you to spend your career here. Many people do!