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Manager, Risk Assessment

The Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba (DGCM) guarantees 100% of deposits held at Manitoba credit unions and the caisse (cu/caisse). As the regulator for Manitoba cu/caisse, DGCM ensures every cu/caisse operates under sound business practices.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of professionals.

Reporting directly to the Director, Risk (Monitoring) and indirectly to the Director, Risk (Examinations), the Manager, Risk Assessment acts as DGCM’s primary liaison with a group of assigned cu/caisse. The position is responsible for the monitoring and follow-up of material risks identified at assigned cu/caisse; and leading or participating in the examinations of other cu/caisse.

Selection Criteria:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
Strong knowledge of sound corporate governance, risk management practices, and financial principles
Familiarity with enterprise risk management, internal audit, and compliance
Self-motivated with excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Post-secondary degree in a related area(s)
5 years minimum related experience
Fluency in French would be considered an asset, but is not required

This is a great opportunity for a candidate with the right blend of experience, aptitude, and interest. Some travel within Manitoba is required.

To attract, motivate, and retain qualified people; DGCM offers a competitive benefit and compensation package, and are committed to work/life balance.

We seek diversity in our workplace. Indigenous persons, women, visible minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to self-declare.

Please send your resume with cover letter by Wednesday, November 17, 2021 to careers@dgcm.ca.

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

Manager Associate Business Advisors

Permanent Full-Time

Closes November 8

Open to any Innovation Advice Centre Location

Innovation Credit Union – Find Branch(innovationcu.ca)

Annual Salary: $89,729 – $112,162

Would you like to earn above average pay helping members meet their financial goals, maintain a strong work life balance, a flexible schedule and have the security of a career – path supported by your organization? We offer that and so much more.

THE COMPANY – Our Purpose is to redefine banking by helping Canadians simplify their lives and reach their financial goals by reinvesting profits into our members, communities and our people. Now that Responsible Banking!

Click the link below to see what Innovation Credit Union is about! Trust us, you are going to want to learn more about who we are!

Innovation Credit Union – About Us (innovationcu.ca)

THE POSITION: Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Business Advisors, this strategic position will develop, train and motivate a team to provide a mix of lending and administrative duties to supporting Business Advisors; provide exceptional members service in all areas of banking; succession plan into a Business Advisor position that would maintain a consumer or business solutions loan portfolio, and to develop long term relationships with members.

How does one do this? Glad you asked!

The Manager Associate Business Advisors does the following:

Coach, mentor and manage staff, providing performance and behavioral feedback, discipline, encouragement and championing the overall principles of a constructive culture that is conducive to team achievement, productivity improvement and professionalism
Coach staff to create a network of enthusiastic employees who support service excellence and utilize Memberfirst techniques to create exceptional member experiences
Leads a team responsible for ensuring accurate and timely administration of credit files from creation to disbursement, including 2^nd checks
Provide leadership and direction in business development through service excellence and product knowledge
Ability to coach and mentor staff in alignment with the goals of Innovation Credit Union
Organize, schedule and monitor service provision to ensure maximum service levels are being provided and that work flows smoothly
Identify and recommend opportunities for improving processes

Why Should You Apply?

You want to be an ambassador of a forward-thinking, member focused organization
You have 2 Years post-secondary education in related field and all courses required of the Relationship Manager/Credit Specialist roles
You have a minimum 5-7 years’ experience in relationship banking with knowledge and experience in all areas of lending and credit analysis with experience in commercial and agricultural loans being considered an asset
You have completed Consumer, Residential Mortgage, Agricultural and Commercial Lending education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven high standard of verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
Proven collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders
Proven ability to manage cross functional projects and prioritize deliverables to meet deadlines
Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory environment that impacts the financial services industry
Demonstrated commitment to continual professional development

Interested? Visit www.innovatoncu.ca to apply

Agricultural & Commercial Credit Officer

Dundalk Credit Union, a successful local co-operative financial institution, seeks an Agricultural and Commercial Credit Officer. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a background in Agriculture that is a confident communicator with strong analytical skills to join our team. Applicants must have an aptitude for negotiation and financial analysis, combined with sound decision-making abilities and be capable of managing multiple priorities. A degree in agriculture, business or commerce and related finance experience is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
The successful applicant will report to the CEO and will share with other lenders, responsibility for granting agricultural and commercial credit to members within policy guidelines, will monitor and review Agricultural and Commercial Accounts and perform site-visits at member farms/places of business. The successful applicant must have the ability to conduct both virtual and in-person appointments with members and will be expected to work as part of the credit union team with a focus on serving the needs of the local farm and business community. The position will be full time. Hours may be negotiable between 30 and 37.5 hours per week. Salary will be commensurate with experience. A generous benefit package is available.
A more detailed job description is available upon request. For more information about our local community credit union visit www.dundalkcu.ca . We thank all applicants for their interest but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Senior Advisor, Business & Ag

Do you have a mind for business / agribusiness and a passion for finding solutions that help business owners realize their vision? Are you a relationship builder? Going above and beyond customer expectations comes naturally to you!

As part of a cohesive team of passionate and skilled professionals, the Senior Advisor, Business & Ag is responsible for the management and growth of an assigned portfolio of commercial and ag banking customers (members). You uncover and understand member needs by asking the right questions and analyzing information to connect agribusiness and commercial members with the current and future financing they need to achieve success. You consistently deliver exceptional high-quality service and advice in your areas of expertise, and are integral in proactively pursuing and attracting new business.

If building long-term relationships, problem solving, and advising members interest you…this dynamic lending career is what you’re looking for!

A typical day may look like:

Engaging with business and agribusiness members and potential members to understand their business goals and advise on lending & other financial needs.

Analyzing financial information, issuing loans and reviewing accounts within your portfolio to ensure terms and conditions continue to be met.
Promoting our credit union within the community in a variety of ways including support for business development activities, volunteerism, phone calls, emails, and participation in campaigns.
Mentoring and supporting team members for success.

You will be successful in this role if you:

Are an effective and adaptable communicator. Your people skills come through in the ease with which you connect with members in person, by phone or electronically. You believe in Synergy’s products and services, and promote them effortlessly.
Enjoy collecting information from members, understanding their business objectives, then balancing those objectives within the framework in which we work (i.e. legislative requirements, policy, and procedure).
Have strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to adapt and flex with changing climates.

Demonstrate the abilities to work well independently and in a team.

Are a hungry learner. You stay ahead of trend when it comes to financial products and services, and technology. You are adaptable! You seek to bring our members the best the industry has to offer.
Are passionate…..for your career, your members, our Credit Union, and our community.

If it sounds like we expect a lot – we do! We’ve created a member-passionate workplace with an extraordinary culture.

Qualifications:

Related post-secondary education (e.g. Business Diploma) and 5 years of senior lending experience are required. Equivalencies may be considered.
Must have work experience / education in the area(s) of business &/or agricultural lending with an understanding of lending requirements, rules and regulations.
A solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite and Microsoft Teams or other virtual meeting tools. Preference for applicants with customer management software experience.

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume before the end of day on Sunday, October 24^th to: careers@synergycu.ca.

Please quote competition # 215001 in the subject line.

Location: Lloydminster, SK.

Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours weekly

Salary range: $64 000 – $81 000/annually

Please note our hours of operation are currently Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Flexibility to work outside various hours is required for travel, events, and member meetings.

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

Commercial Loan Officer

Bulkley Valley Credit Union, serving over 14,500 members from the Hazeltons to Burns Lake, prides itself in employing empowered staff committed to delivering high quality personalized service.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to meet their career goals while balancing their lifestyle with the many amenities our community and the Bulkley Valley has to offer.

If you want to join a dynamic group dedicated to cooperative values and member service, this is the right career move for you. You will report directly to the Chief Lending Officer, and as a member of the Commercial Lending Team, you will be responsible for managing commercial relationships under the commercial portfolio. You will conduct annual reviews of risk and profitability; monitor problem accounts and develop plans to minimize risk; receive and analyze financial and personal net worth statements; calculate debt servicing capacity; negotiate terms and conditions of loans; grant commercial loans, mortgages and operating lines of credit for business purposes within lending limits. You will build relationships with existing members, network with external business organizations and individuals to generate referrals; recognize opportunities and take appropriate actions to the promotion and sales of credit union products and services and refer to other staff where appropriate.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of one year post-secondary education plus 6-9 years’ experience in lending, including small business lending in the financial services industry, is desired. An individual with experience plus education and/or training equivalent to 6-9 years will also be considered.

Please submit your resume and cover letter via PDF or MS Word attachment. Links to online resumes will be deleted without review.

Bulkley Valley Credit Union encourages all qualified persons to apply. However, only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Business Advisor

Employment Opportunity – Fort St. John, BC

(working remotely may be considered for the right candidate)

Business Advisor

North Peace Savings is recruiting for an experienced Business Advisor. The Business Advisor will have expert knowledge in the areas of equipment financing and the agricultural industry accountable for the overall management of a large portfolio of business accounts that exhibit a high degree of complexity and value to North Peace Savings and Credit Union.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Business Advisor is accountable for the overall management of an assigned portfolio of business credit accounts that exhibit a high degree of complexity and value to NPSCU. The focus of the position will be on maintaining and strengthening exiting member relationships and building new member relationships while ensuring all financial needs of the member are satisfied within the risk appetite of the credit union. The ability to meet financial objectives related to the profitable and sound growth and retention of assigned portfolio is critical to success. Proactively develop long-term relationships with members, service partners and local markets to optimize business opportunities and referrals enhances value. In all activities, ensures prudent risk management is followed to protect NPSCU. Provide sound financial advice and the ability to effect ‘win-win’ situations to assist members in attaining their financial aspirations.

This role requires a strong direction of equipment financing as well as a clear and thorough understanding of the agricultural industry. The successful applicant will be responsible for building rewarding relationships through a superior service experience, providing consistent delivery of high quality service to both internal and external members.

If you are a financial services professional with excellent sales and service skills, the ability to work independently with confidence and strong commitment to member service, please provide a cover letter and résumé in confidence to:

Olivia Young, Manager People and Culture
North Peace Savings and Credit Union
10344-100th St
Fort St. John, BC, V1J 3Z1
E-mail: careers@npscu.ca

For a complete role description, visit: www.npscu.ca

North Peace Savings thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Director, Retail & Small Business Credit

Want to experience banking with purpose?

At Kindred Credit Union, you will be part of cooperative banking that connects values
and faith with finances, inspiring peaceful, just, and prosperous communities.

You’re invited to make a difference…

as a Director, Retail & Small Business Credit in our Head Office

As the Director, Retail & Small Business Credit you will lead and oversee Kindred’s established Retail Credit Business and shape the development of Small Business Credit. Holding accountability for all aspects of Retail and Small Business Lending including team leadership, strategic direction, policy enhancements, product development, and credit reporting, to ensure Kindred delivers the best credit proposition for our members. In addition, in this position you will provide advice, coaching/mentoring, and resources to enhance the expertise of all staff involved in the delivery of credit services to members.

What to bring

You bring your values-based approach and professional experience to our strong team of lending experts. As an integral member of head office Lending Services, your practical insights and judgment will help Kindred to grow safely by ensuring we meet the changing needs of our members and the Retail and Small Business industries we serve. Your strong relationship building skills along with your ability to focus on solutions will allow you to thrive in this position.

Plus, you bring your qualifications and experience:

University/College graduate in business or related field
Advanced knowledge of retail credit products and services
10 years of lending experience
Retail credit experience
Understanding of small business an asset
Proven leadership skills including ability to mentor and coach others

Why Kindred

You will be part of a collaborative workplace where you’ll be asked to participate in the business and share your voice. You’ll be expected to continually grow your skills and abilities and to share your expertise and experience with colleagues. You’ll also be supported in volunteering your talents for community and other programs that are important to you.

We believe that your life is bigger than any job, so we’ll work together to achieve work-life quality and to care for the overall wellness of the whole you. And of course, your rewards package includes competitive total compensation plus an array of financial products and services at preferred rates for staff. When you choose Kindred to further your career, you’re joining an engaged workforce at a certified B Corp™ that is committed to using business as a force for good™ and acting as an advocate for a Living Wage.

RSVP

Ready to choose Kindred? Visit www.kindredcu.com to see how we make a difference together! Apply here with your resume and cover letter explaining why you want to work for Kindred. We look forward to connecting with you!

Kindred is a respectful, compassionate and inclusive workplace.
We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process: if you are selected for an interview
for which you require accommodation due to disability, please notify us when scheduling your interview.

Director, Agricultural Credit

Want to experience banking with purpose?

At Kindred Credit Union, you will be part of cooperative banking that connects values
and faith with finances, inspiring peaceful, just, and prosperous communities.

as a Director, Agricultural Credit in our Head Office You’re invited to make a difference…

As the Director, Agricultural Credit you will lead and oversee Kindred’s strong Agricultural Credit Business. Holding accountability for all aspects of Agricultural Lending including team leadership, strategic direction, policy enhancements, product development, and credit reporting, to ensure Kindred delivers the best credit proposition for our members. In addition, in this position you will provide advice, coaching/mentoring, and resources to enhance the expertise of all staff involved in the delivery of credit services to members.

What to bring

You bring your values-based approach and professional experience to our strong team of lending experts. As an integral member of head office Lending Services, your practical insights and judgment will help Kindred to grow safely by ensuring we meet the changing needs of our members and the Agricultural industries we serve. Your strong relationship building skills along with your ability to focus on solutions will allow you to thrive in this position.

Plus, you bring your qualifications and experience:

University/College graduate in business, agriculture, or related field
Advanced knowledge of agricultural products and services
10 years of lending experience
Experience financing Agricultural businesses
Proven leadership skills including ability to mentor and coach others

Why Kindred

RSVP

Commercial Agricultural Relationship Specialist

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Commercial Agricultural Relationship Specialist to join our team in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. The City of Weyburn was recently named the best place to live in the Prairies. Weyburn has the best of both worlds by offering small town charm with big city amenities. As part of WCU’s vision, we are dedicated to helping our people be their best and making a positive impact in our communities. We are principled, energetic, collaborative, experts, local and strong.

If you have a passion for lending and would like to work with an amazing team where you can build and further your career, look no further!

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, promoting and selling commercial and agricultural lending and account services to our current and future members. They will build relationships and ensure their assigned client portfolio is receiving the highest level of service possible.

The Individual

Will be nimble, agile and welcoming to change.
Someone who has been successful in a sales, service and goal oriented environment.
Someone who is a team player and brings an energetic spark to work each day.
An individual who is committed to self-improvement and growth by taking feedback and always working on themselves.
Someone who values giving back to their community.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of post-secondary education.
4-7 years lending experience with a strong emphasis on commercial and agricultural lending. Additional lending experience is preferred.
Previous lending experience in the oil and gas industry will be considered an asset.
Working knowledge and thorough understanding of the legal and legislative requirements related to commercial and agricultural lending.
Advanced ability in interpreting complex financial statements, assessing risk, and determining produce/service opportunities.

What we offer

Competitive compensation package including base and variable pay.
Comprehensive employee benefit package is offered.
Generous paid time off including personal time, study time and above industry vacation accrual.
Total Rewards Program including 7% matched pension contributions, wellness subsidy, discounted employee banking fees.

How to apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume by email to recruitment@weyburncu.ca. This position will remain open until a suitable pool of applicants has been received. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Commercial Account Manager

We invest in people.

Be part of a banking experience as unique as you are. Tandia Financial Credit Union (Tandia) is seeking a talented and experienced commercial sales professional to join our Commercial Services team.

You will be based at our beautiful new corporate office in Burlington, Ontario – while working remotely on a temporary basis due to the present circumstances of the pandemic.

Your Work at a Glance

Do you have experiencing growing the size and profitability of a commercial lending portfolio while working in a major financial institution?
This might be the role for you.
As a key member of our Commercial Services team, you will utilize your sales and lead generation experience to build relationships with current and new Credit Union members within the mid-market and up-market business space.

As a Commercial Account Manager you will be able to combine your professional relationship management experience with delivering value add solutions to sophisticated business members, while exercising your sales and origination skills, drawing on your experience in financial analysis and using your understanding of credit and credit products.

You will have the opportunity to apply your natural inclination towards sales, your ability to solve intricate business challenges, your credit writing skills and your demonstrated ability to develop solutions-based strategies to win new commercial business. an

In collaboration and coordination with the VP Commercial Services, you will develop a customized market management strategy to support commercial portfolio growth, while working with Tandia wealth, retail and payment solutions teams, and our external and syndication partners.

Although remote work is anticipated with this position in the short-term, travel in the region is expected as this is critical to success in relationship-building and providing exceptional service to our members and prospective new business.
Its also worth mentioning that we offer an industry leading variable pay / commission structure that is highly rewarding to someone driven to grow their book of business.

We are looking for someone who:

Has a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial account management, ideally in a credit union or other financial institution.
Has completed a University degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Commerce or a related program, or equivalent work experience.
Has a proven track record in commercial sales and business development with a diversified portfolio; exposure to syndication deals is considered an asset.
Is an expert at financial analysis, assessing risk and credit structuring as well as presentation of deals – preference will be given to those with a financial designation such as CFA / CPA.
Can demonstrate their new member acquisition skills, is at ease when presenting the Credit Union’s value proposition, likes actively pursuing lead generation, and enjoys initial contact with members, cold calling and asking for referrals.
Has proven through their previous commercial experience that they have exceptional relationship management skills.
Is comfortable working full-time hours and with deadline and time constraints with an understanding that hours of work may extend beyond the normal work week.
Is motivated by a variable pay / commission-style bonus structure and is comfortable with travel in and around the local area.
Is aligned with Tandia’s vision and values and demonstrates a desire to be a contributing member of our team, support a positive work environment that promotes service and commitment to the credit union, quality, innovation, integrity, and respect.

As Unique as You

We believe that financial institutions should be more accountable to the people they serve; we believe that there’s more than one way to measure success; and we believe that our profits should have a positive financial, social and environmental impact on the communities in which we live and work. Actions speak louder than words and we work hard to demonstrate our commitment each and every day.

At Tandia, we recognize that our staff and members are unique – and that matters to us.

As a credit union, living the co-operative principles is a part of our long and rich history.

We invest in our members and our communities with an extensive community investment program devoted to supporting the organizations, events, and volunteers that make our communities stronger.

Tandia is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, consistent with the principles of dignity, independence, equal opportunity and integration. Tandia is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse workforce. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request by contacting Human Resources.