Occupation Types: Lending – Commercial

Lending Service Representative

Are you committed to helping others while working to grow and develop your own career path? Do you want to work with a great team who is here to support you every step of the way? Are you an energetic team member who is confident in consumer and agricultural lending? We might be biased but we think Radius would be a GREAT place for you to work!

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced, full-time Lending Service Representative to be based out of our Ogema Branch, with the possibility of serving additional branches.  Reporting to the Regional Manager, responsibilities include interviewing members and potential members, analyzing loan applications, granting and/or recommending consumer, agricultural and commercial loans and mortgages and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. The position is also responsible for cross selling the full range of Credit Union products.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • 2-4+ years of experience in consumer, agricultural, and/or commercial lending.
  • One year of related post-secondary education. (a combination of education and experience will be considered)
  • Ability to interpret complex member financial information, assess risk and determine product/service opportunities.
  • Proven success working in a client (member) service and goal-oriented environment.
  • Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
  • A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

 

The Incentives:

  • Competitive compensation plan, including Variable Incentive Pay
  • Comprehensive benefits package, plus a 7% matched pension
  • Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
  • Work/Life balance with paid vacation, sick leave and family leave

 

About our Credit Union: 

Radius Credit Union is a rural based community focused credit union with eight (8) branches, assets over $600 million and nearly 60 employees serving 5900 members. Radius Credit Union builds relationships by providing financial solutions and supporting its communities.  Employee engagement is valued and there are many opportunities for growth for career-minded individuals. Our organization has branches in Avonlea, Ceylon, Earl Grey, Ogema, Pangman, Radville, Tribune and Torquay.

 

The Community:

Located in the “Deep South,” Ogema is an energetic and thriving community. Ogema is quickly becoming a destination for tourists coming to “ride the rails” on Southern Prairie Railways tourist train, visit the fully restored CPR Train Station, and the Deep South Pioneer Museum. Ogema has a K-12 school, daycare, a large community hall attached to the skating rink, curling rink, and a brand-new swimming pool, which are all located in the Regional Park.

 

If you are interested in becoming a part of our team, please submit your resume, in confidence, on or before January 30, 2026, via email or mail to:


Radius Credit Union
Box 339
Ogema, SK S0C 1Y0
Attn: Michelle Leonard, HR & Marketing Coordinator
michelle.leonard@radiuscu.com

 

 

 

 

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. This posting will remain open until the vacancy is filled.

Lending Manager

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF LENDING IN A THRIVING CREDIT UNION

Dodsland and District Credit Union is an autonomous, single-office Credit Union serving a strong rural membership base with assets of over $164 million. Located in a welcoming rural community, we offer a close-knit, family-oriented environment where relationships matter, and community values guide everyday life. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional financial services with a personal touch, rooted in cooperative values and community commitment.

We are seeking a Lending Manager to lead our lending operations, strengthen portfolio performance, and ensure compliance and risk management. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lending Manager or a high-potential, experienced lending professional ready to take the next step in their career.

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY UNIQUE

  • Strategic Exposure: You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with our General Manager and gain insight into board relations, strategic planning, and leadership at an organizational level.
  • Autonomy & Impact: Enjoy the flexibility and influence that comes with working in a single-office Credit Union where your decisions make a real difference.
  • Community Connection: Be part of a team that cares deeply about our rural community, values relationships, and supports the financial well-being of our members.
  • Professional Growth: Access mentorship, leadership development, and training opportunities to progress your career.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Lead and manage consumer, commercial, and agricultural lending operations, ensuring sound credit practices and regulatory compliance while positioning the portfolio for sustainable growth.
  • Analyze market trends and member needs to identify growth opportunities and recommend enhancements to lending products.
  • Coach and mentor lending staff to build expertise and deliver an exceptional member experience.
  • Collaborate with senior management on budgeting, planning, and reporting to support organizational performance.
  • Oversee collections and delinquency management, policies and procedures, and external partnerships.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Post-secondary education in Agriculture, Finance, Business, or a related field, and 5+ years of lending experience (leadership experience is also an asset). Candidates without formal education but with an equivalent combination of education and experience are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong knowledge of retail, commercial, and agricultural lending practices.
  • Proven ability to analyze financial statements, assess risk, and make sound credit decisions.
  • Skilled in relationship building, team leadership, and fostering member trust.
  • Proficiency with lending systems and openness to digital solutions.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, EAP life, and disability insurance
  • Matched pension plan (9% employer match)
  • Variable, performance-based bonus structure
  • A supportive, small-branch environment that values work-life balance
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and leadership development
  • Credit Union-owned housing is available for the successful candidate as well as relocation support, if applicable

HOW TO APPLY

Dodsland and District Credit Union has partnered with Culturefirst HR on this recruitment.

Please submit your application, including cover letter and resume to: Culturefirst HR, creditunioncareers@culturefirsthr.com

Application Deadline: February 4, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.

 

Credit Specialist

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 offer personalized, competitive products and services, and are proud to be a part of your local community.

We are seeking a Credit Specialist to help us continue our rich tradition of serving our community – since 1943!

What You’ll Do

As a Credit Specialist, you evaluate credit applications and adjudicate credit outside the limits of the teams responsible for lending activity across our Credit Union. You review applications for compliance to sound practice, policies, procedures, and regulations. You achieve this by reviewing lending information and analyzing financial statements and supporting information to assess credit worthiness and risk coverage of loans.

Why You Matter

Your attention to detail is key in this role. You demonstrate advanced knowledge of sound lending practices, policies, procedures, and laws governing all lending. Along with your expertise and exceptional customer service skills, you use prudent judgement and decisiveness in the analysis, approval, recommendation and decline of loans. You are also a willing coach and provide feedback on the submission and adjudication decision to team members.

Every credit decision impacts our member’s future and Synergy’s reputation. By ensuring sound lending practices, you help us maintain financial integrity while supporting growth and opportunity for those we serve.

What Success Looks Like

To Thrive in this role, you:

  • are responsive, exceedingly competent, organized, and driven to dig into a file and understand the story.
  • understand what’s critical to keep the application on track and continually adapt to changing circumstances.
  • bring a professional presence, work daily to build relationships, credibility, and the competence of those around you.

What You Bring

  • A related degree or diploma,
  • Experience in the areas of agricultural, commercial, and consumer lending and an understanding of lending requirements and compliance,
  • Excellent comprehension, communication, and interpersonal skills,
  • Solid working knowledge of MS Office,
  • Experience with customer relationship management software and loan origination systems,
  • Experience with syndications is preferred.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

What do we offer?

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits and pension (from day 1), and fabulous perks like preferred rates
  • Work/life balance
  • Investment in your professional development
  • Leadership development and mentorship programs
  • Community involvement opportunities

More details:

  • Hours: Permanent full-time, 37.5 hours weekly.
  • Salary: $70,400 – $88,000 annually
  • Location: Flexible; may work out of any of our current branch locations, with manager approval. This role is eligible for a remote hybrid option, working from a branch location and from home.
  • Travel: You may be required to travel for events, training, or other Synergy related business.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re detail-oriented, decisive, and passionate about building strong financial relationships, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape a stronger financial future-one decision at a time. Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca by end of day January 11, 2026, referencing competition #261101 in the subject line.

A Little More About Us:

Synergy Credit Union is a people-inspired credit union with ambitious goals. We endeavour to deliver amazing financial experiences, earn our customers’ (members’) trust, grow our relationships, and build sustainable communities.

We exist to help our members achieve their financial goals by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service in modern, convenient, and secure ways. We empower our members by sharing our experience and tools, so they can make robust plans through each stage of life.

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 30,000 members and have reached over $2.8 billion in assets under management.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 8th consecutive year. This reflects our workplace culture and commitment to building relationships beyond banking with our members, and our team.

Synergy operates on the lands referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, which encompasses the unceded lands of Indigenous Nations and Peoples, including the Plains Cree, Woodland Cree, Saulteaux, Nakota, Dene, and Metis. Inclusive of Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Kindersley, Macklin, Denzil, Lashburn, Marshall, Maidstone, Neilburg, Marsden, St. Walburg and Paradise Hill.

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

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

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

www.synergycu.ca

Effective January 1, 2026, Conexus Credit Union 2006, Cornerstone Credit Union Financial Group Limited, and Synergy Credit Union Ltd. amalgamated as Conexus Credit Union. Any reference on these sites or in any linked documents to “Synergy Credit Union Ltd.” is hereby deemed to refer to Conexus Credit Union.
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Branch Business & Agriculture Advisor

Do you have a passion for helping agriculture and business clients in our communities succeed? This is your opportunity to partner with some of our most diverse and dynamic members, delivering forward-thinking, personalized advice and tailored financial solutions to meet their goals. 

 As a Branch Business/Ag Advisor, your focus is on Synergy’s business and agriculture clients (“members”). Your portfolio consists of members with more complex needs who require innovative and creative lending and deposit solutions to support their operations. In this position, you will get to know the agriculture and commercial markets, cultivate strong relationships, and generate growth by acquiring new members to Synergy.

This exciting opportunity partners you with agriculture and business members at the branch level providing commercial, agricultural, and consumer lending advice. The role collaborates with the Business & Ag Financial Centre and the Wealth Team when required to meet the broader and more involved financial needs of these valued members.

Are you ambitious, influential, and organized?

Do you have broad lending experience with a desire to focus in business & agriculture?

You are responsible for:

  • Meeting with members to understand their business goals and advise on lending and other financial solutions,
  • Identifying opportunities to successfully meet members’ needs, planting seeds for future products and services, and following up in a timely manner,
  • Promoting retail products such as loans, mortgages, investments, mutual funds, credit cards, and account packages,
  • Granting credit and managing a portfolio of members,
  • Engaging in marketing and outreach activities to deepen existing relationships and proactively seek out new business opportunities and new members to grow the business,
  • Collaborating with internal teams to deliver strong results for clients, and
  • Completing activities aligned with legislation and Synergy’s policies and procedures.

You and your experience:

  • You have related post-secondary education (i.e., a Diploma or Degree) with 5 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Credit union industry experience would be considered an asset.
  • You are competent in all areas of Consumer, Business and Agricultural lending.
  • Previous experience in sales while working with goals, strong closing and referral techniques, and pipeline development Is desired,
  • Strong relationship and business development skills are conducive to creating and maintaining a sales pipeline,

Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca, referencing competition #256103 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Status: Permanent, full-time
  • Salary: $70,408 – $88,011 per annum
  • Location: Macklin Service Centre. Flexible hybrid (3 days on-site) may be negotiable.
  • Hours: Currently Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must have the flexibility to work outside regular hours for travel, events, and member meetings.
  • Travel: Travel is a requirement; successful candidate must have access to reliable transportation.

 

What do we offer?

  • Investment in your professional development and career growth
  • Benefits and Pension
  • Competitive salary
  • Preferred rates on our products and services
  • Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

 

A little more about us:

Synergy Credit Union is a people-inspired credit union with ambitious goals. We endeavour to deliver amazing financial experiences, earn our customers’ (members’) trust, grow our relationships, and build sustainable communities.

We exist to help our members achieve their financial goals by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional service in modern, convenient, and secure ways. We empower our members by sharing our experience and tools, so they can make robust plans through each stage of life.

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 30,000 members and have reached over $2.8 billion in assets under management.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 8th consecutive year. This reflects our workplace culture and commitment to building relationships beyond banking with our members, and our team.

Synergy operates on the lands referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, which encompasses the unceded lands of Indigenous Nations and Peoples, including the Plains Cree, Woodland Cree, Saulteaux, Nakota, Dene, and Metis. Inclusive of Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Kindersley, Macklin, Denzil, Lashburn, Marshall, Maidstone, Neilburg, Marsden, St. Walburg and Paradise Hill.

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

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

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

www.synergycu.ca

Senior Credit Adjudication Specialist

Apply by December 14, 2025

Join Innovation Federal Credit Union as a Senior Credit Adjudication Specialist, reporting to the VP Credit, where you’ll mentor staff, lead risk analysis, and play a key role in safeguarding member assets while supporting business growth and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your advanced lending expertise, collaborate with leadership, and contribute to a culture of accountability, integrity, and professional development.

The key responsibilities for this role include:

  • Perform credit analysis and adjudicate on a portfolio of accounts with complex structures through the review of pertinent financial and industry information on incoming credit applications. Focus on large commercial deals, leveraged finance structures, large commercial real estate transactions, cashflow and diversified lending.
  • Provide effective challenge, make independent recommendations within the risk appetite and in adherence to the policies/standards and procedures.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge on leveraged financing, capital structures and syndication arrangements; provide analysis on EBITDA adjustments/ effective challenge on projection assumptions and repayment capacity/ DAC models; contribute to the framework and risk appetite statement while meeting industry and regulatory expectations.
  • High level of collaboration with Business Banking partners to ensure key risks are identified and addressed appropriately through the credit adjudication process, including with other stakeholders to achieve optimal effectiveness and efficiency in meeting client needs as well as operational and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide recommendations to senior executives, present and participate in discussions at Credit Committees ensuring the Credit Union is adequately protected.
  • Alert credit portfolio management to unsatisfactory trends in lending practices, early identification of problem loans and ensure accuracy of risk ratings through identification of changes in account quality (via review of industry/economic trends and general news flow). Assess strategies and restructuring proposals for problem loan accounts or accounts of concern which require closer monitoring.
  • Assist in the maintenance of the loan portfolio through completing annual file reviews and quarterly reviews for monitored loans.
  • Review documentation such as term sheets and commitment letters before issuance.
  • Increasing use of data analytics to monitor and assess the portfolio, underlying trends, and application in credit adjudication.
  • Actively participate in strategic projects/initiatives as applicable, act as SME when required.
  • Utilize digital solutions to create efficiencies, simplify members’ banking needs, and enhance the member experience.

Qualifications:

  • Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related discipline.
  • 7 – 9 years’ lending and credit experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
    • Advanced knowledge of Commercial, Real Estate Secured, Cashflow, Diversified lending.
    • Knowledge of financial modeling, ability to analyze projections, challenge model and sensitivity assumptions.
    • Ability to provide feedback on transaction structuring, covenants, security enhancements.
    • Strong knowledge of Commercial Real Estate Lending and understanding of current market conditions.
    • Experience with syndicated transactions and structures.
    • Advanced knowledge of syndication and securitization is considered an asset.
  • Detail-oriented and risk aware, contributing to the safeguarding of our company’s assets and reputation.
  • Proficient in digital literacy, including (but not limited to) critical thinking, problem solving and navigation using digital solutions.
  • Use and comfortability with a variety of Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Teams, Viva, Power Automate, Power BI).
  • Agility to adapt to changing digital environment, learning new tools and systems.
  • Working under time sensitive deadlines.

About Us

Hi! We’re Innovation Federal Credit Union. Our purpose is to simplify banking for all Canadians. We like to keep it simple. We have three values – Accountability, Integrity, and Respect – and we are constantly striving to improve our organization to make it better for you (our member and prospective employee)!

How are we different from other Credit Unions? We’ve put in the work to become a federal credit union – just one of three in Canada – to secure the future of our organization and continue to grow across Canada. We are proudly rooted in Saskatchewan, but our vision is national, or as we like to say, “Made in Sask, Built for Canada”.

What sets us apart:

  • Commitment to Community: $1.1 million was given to local organizations last year who are making a difference
  • Strong focus on Diversity and Inclusion: Nearly 22% of InnovationNation proudly identifies as part of a designated group, reflecting our strong commitment to fostering a diverse workplace
  • Benefits that start when you do: Our full-time staff participate in a 7% employer-matched pension plan, extended health benefits, employee and family assistance program, and a staff loan rate. These benefits all start on Day 1 of employment, no waiting period!

 

In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, we acknowledge that we are on the traditional territories of the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit who have graced these lands for millennia.

We are privileged to live on, work on and enjoy the benefits of these lands, now known as Canada.

Senior Manager, Credit Adjudication

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 63% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About The Role

The Senior Manager, Credit Adjudication provides key support to the Bank’s Credit Risk Management function ensuring the Bank’s credit risk program and obligations are understood and communicated across the Bank.

You will act as an expert in credit adjudication, primarily for commercial financing with a focus on Indigenous governments and Indigenous business. You will lead the credit adjudication process by providing leadership in financial analysis, credit expertise, and complex lending, as well as drive enhancement of credit risk for continued adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This position is full time permanent based out of the Saskatoon, SK Head Office. We are open to remote or hybrid working arrangements.

Here’s what you will be doing:

  • Provide independent, objective review and adjudication of credit applications within credit limits or provide credit recommendations and escalation as required.
  • Ensure the credit quality of portfolios are maintained within the Bank’s risk appetite, risk tolerance, policies and procedures and meet lending guidelines.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and collaborate on credit related decision-making, business impact, and partnering with business lines to ensure sound, credit outcomes.
  • Provide credit coaching, training and support to the direct team and other stakeholders.
  • Understand and monitor the Bank’s loan portfolios, delinquency process and proactively recommend improvements.
  • Identify, assess and implement internal control strategies to strengthen portfolio integrity.
  • Participate in credit committees and strategic initiatives.
  • Proactively monitor emerging risks, external events, industry trends and stay current on regulatory changes and industry best practices to inform credit decision-making.
  • Support the development and enhancement of the credit risk management framework, policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure continuous improvement and program maturity across the Bank as well as compliance with appropriate regulators, legislation and industry best practices.
  • Promote a strong credit risk culture by developing awareness and working with stakeholders on the importance of credit risk and the need to establish appropriate controls and tools to monitor credit related risks.
  • Support the development, monitoring, and measurement of key risk indicators (KRIs).
  • Support information, design, and preparation of regular credit risk reporting.
  • Support monitoring and reporting on credit risk metrics.
  • Support second line testing in the identification and documentation of credit risk deficiencies within the Bank and support the development of remedial plans.
  • Support stress testing of the credit risk program.
  • Support credit due diligence activities for bank services, products, or integration.
  • Support internal and external audit processes by providing necessary information and oversight.
  • Other duties as assigned.

About You

  • Analytical skills, planning and organizational skills, interpersonal skills
  • An effective communicator, capable of working across departments with stakeholders holding competing priorities
  • Proven leadership in credit adjudication
  • Strong understanding and experience in credit adjudication requirements and credit risk, including portfolio oversight and risk monitoring
  • Experience in commercial finance and complex business lending
  • Knowledge of business banking products
  • Experience implementing CRM best practices in an organization

 Qualifications:

  • Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and industry related experience
  • In-depth knowledge and experience of industry trends and regulations, credit portfolio management policies and lending guidelines
  • Knowledge and experience using lending platforms
  • Three (3) years’ experience in a people management role
  • Proficiency with Microsoft applications

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.

Syndication Specialist

Syndication Specialist – Cornerstone Credit Union

Are you passionate about strategic lending, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make a meaningful impact?  If so, join our dynamic Credit Risk team at Cornerstone Credit Union!

As a Syndication Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of structuring and distributing syndicated loans that drive growth and innovation. Collaborating closely with our Credit Risk and Finance departments-as well as external partners and credit unions-you’ll play a key role in managing a diverse credit portfolio, enhancing our market presence, and contributing to the profitability of the credit union.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide a high level of service to internal and external partners, focusing on relationship-building and efficient delivery of syndicated lending solutions.
  • Collaborate with credit unions and sourcing partners to ensure syndicated loans and pools meet due diligence standards and align with our risk appetite.
  • Actively manage the administration and compliance of the non-administered credit portfolio, ensuring alignment with legislation, policies, and procedures.
  • Monitor and grow the syndicated loan portfolio, identifying emerging risks and recommending strategies to balance growth with risk mitigation.
  • Offer expert advice and contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across syndicated lending operations.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of syndicated lending, credit risk, and financial analysis, with the ability to assess and structure complex loan transactions. Post-secondary education in finance, commerce, or business; plus 4-6 years of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience are the minimum requirements for this position.  You’ll have a leg up if you have prior experience in a diverse commercial portfolio in a large market commercial banking environment.

You will receive competitive compensation based upon your level of experience and qualifications, great benefits, and matched pension contributions.  We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks. This position considers a flexible work arrangement at any one of our branch locations.  For the right candidate, the opportunity exists for hybrid work. 

The cherry on top are the great people who work at Cornerstone. Our team is caring and supportive, and community is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the ninth straight year.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

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