Occupation Types: Lending – Commercial

Director, Retail and Small Business Markets

Are you ready to make a move to a company that puts the financial well-being of its members first?

It’s not just something we say at Conexus. It’s a promise delivered by our 900 employees each day. We are passionate about our members’ financial health, and our employees reflect that passion. At Conexus it’s about more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about providing members with insightful content, tools, advice and products that help them look at their financial choices in new ways. We do this by keeping it simple and lending an ear to each member’s individual needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Our employees are authentic, bold, creative, and responsible. They are the reason we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. They’re more than just individuals who come to work each day, each employee is a vital part of Conexus.

We acknowledge that our Conexus offices and facilities are located on Treaty 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 lands. These are the traditional lands of the Cree, Dakota, Dene, Lakota, Nakota and Saulteaux peoples, as well as the homeland of the Métis.

The bigger picture

We’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking, results-driven person to come on board as our Director, Retail and Small Business Markets, preferably located in Regina, Saskatchewan. You will be responsible for leading and directing the retail and small business sales and service delivery to drive growth and achieve exceptional results that supports Conexus, our members and our communities. This includes identifying ways in which we can enhance our ability to improve sales processes and increase efficiencies to support our members overall financial well-being. Ultimately your leadership and guidance will be critical to driving growth and success within the retail and small business markets while ensuring alignment to organizational strategies and effectively leading change.

How you’ll be spending your time

  • Coaching, empowering and leading a team of direct reports to maximize sales, member experience, business and community development, and operational performance
  • Leading by example to encourage the sharing of ideas for improving sales processes that facilitate the teams ability to provide financial product sales and advice to consumer and small business members
  • Assessing the performance of sales teams and provide recommendations for improvement while ensuring adherence to corporate policies
  • Lead strategies to ensure member-centric, needs based services and advice are being provided that facilitate relationships built on trust
  • Identifying and managing risks and opportunities while ensuring adherence to company policies and legislation
  • Identifying opportunities for improvement of policies, processes and increased efficiencies that ultimately support the member experience

The way people describe you

  • You have a deep understanding of the core business lines within the Credit Union system
  • You are a driven individual who strives to grow the success of your team through continuous coaching and empowerment
  • You promote and cultivate an environment that continually seeks and identifies areas to increase efficiencies
  • You have extensive organizational awareness and the ability to drive change and growth that align to the overall corporate strategy
  • You are considered a subject matter expert that is able to create a collaborative environment that supports a learning culture
  • You are a trusted partner who is skilled at conflict resolution and crisis management

The experience you bring

  • 10 years’ experience in progressively challenging financial industry positions
  • 5 years’ formal people leadership experience
  • CSI Moody’s Certificate in Commercial Credit (CICC)
  • Relevant post-secondary education (e.g. business, risk)

What you get in return

Our team works tirelessly to ensure the financial success of each of our members. We think such dedication deserves recognition. That’s why we’re proud to offer some of the most competitive job perks of any employer around. Come, join our crew, and find out just how sweet the rewards can be:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Industry leading work-life balance and rewards
  • Formal and informal employee development
  • Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives

We are excited to consider candidates with combined academic, professional and volunteer experience unique to them. Research shows that many applicants only apply if they meet every qualification of the role and we encourage you to consider the roles that most closely align with your skillset and experience. As we value diverse backgrounds and experiences and are focused on meaningfully building inclusive and diverse workplaces, you may be the new team member we’ve been looking for! This opportunity closes on April 13, 2023 so apply now! If you have questions about this position, please email jobs@conexus.ca

Farm and Business Advisor

Farm & Business Advisor – Emerald Park 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 Emerald Park branch of Cornerstone Credit Union!

As a Farm & Business Advisor you’ll be an important part of a team of knowledgeable salespeople who share a genuine commitment in partnering with our members to achieve their financial goals.

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 diverse accounts, you will manage an assigned Farm & Business portfolio consisting of medium market commercial enterprise and agriculture accounts.

 

What We Are Looking For . . . .

To be considered for a Farm & Business Advisor at this level you must have a minimum of 5 to 7 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.

We are seeking a candidate who can handle whatever is thrown their way. We want someone who is driven, sharp, figures out problems and enjoys talking to people. A sense of humor is required. If it sounds like we expect a lot – we do. We’ve created a “MemberFirst” workplace that we are passionate about.

 

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 paycheque, you will also be eligible to receive additional pay for outstanding individual performance through our incentive pay program!

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.

Opportunity to create connections that will establish you as the go-to-expert in the community.

 

We Say We Care, and We Mean It ♥

Cornerstone Credit Union has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for 2023! This is the 7th consecutive year we have received this recognition.

We serve approximately 39,000 members in 15 branches, employ around 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/249861-37571.html

Business Advisor

Innovation Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canadas next Federal Credit Union, we will be the most digital, member-centric organization in our industry. We are on a journey to embrace the core tenets of the digital business model like ideation, the network effect, personalized segmentation, coopetition, and agile ways of working.

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfil Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

The Business Advisor will develop and maintain a commercial, agricultural and personal deposit & loan portfolio, and will develop long term relationships with members. This position will provide a challenging and rewarding career with opportunity to enhance your personal development and to be part of a progressive credit union. Areas of responsibility include: 

  • Provide agricultural, commercial and personal lending services, deposits & loans portfolio management and deposit advice.
  • Provide individualized financial consulting to members regarding investment and wealth protection services and products offered through the Credit Union.
  • Ensure all deposit & loan activities are in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Recognize and act upon business development opportunities that would be beneficial to the organization and its members as a whole. 
  • Goals to grow the deposit & and loan portfolio aggressively and appropriately to maximize exposure of Innovation Credit Union products and services. 
  • Must have the ability to travel to and cover regionally as required.
    • Innovation’s Travel Practice Guidelines will be followed.

Visit the CAREERS page of our website www.innovationcu.ca to learn more and apply!

Relationship Manager

The Opportunity
We’re looking for an energetic retail lender who is savvy in agricultural, commercial and consumer lending to join our team!  This position provides lending service to both our Raymore and Dysart branches, as well as the surrounding area.

At Raymore Credit Union, we think differently.  As a financial co-operative, we’re guided and inspired by principles that aim to advance the well-being of our members and communities.  We’re motivated to do more for them by deepening relationships and delivering a remarkable experience – and we count on our talented employees to get us there!  We offer a stunning benefit and pension package, including rewards, work-life balance, and many opportunities to get involved in our local communities.  You’ll share our core value of putting people before profits and guided by our vision of building a stronger community. You’ll be part of a collaborative team sharing your commitment, energy, and passion for delivering an exceptional member experience.


How you’ll spend your time

  • Building relationships by supporting and providing solutions to our ag and commercial members’ goals and concerns, including unique and complex financial needs.
  • Participating in a goal-oriented environment, assisting members in branch, and from time to time getting out of the office and going to visit the member at their place!
  • Proactively promoting our products and services to meet/exceed our member expectations, ensuring compliance and member follow-up.
  • On you… learning and spending time on personal and career development!


Who we’re looking for
The ideal candidate is already lending and has at least some background knowledge of the agriculture world.  The candidate would have related post-secondary (ex. Business Diploma), or an equivalent combination of education and work experience; however, we are willing to train the right candidate!  A current understanding (or desire to learn) lending requirements is needed.  Successful candidates will be very personable and carry excellent organizational and time management skills.


What you get in return

  • Life-work balance; an organization that really treats you like family
  • Spectacular benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, and one of the best pension plans around!
  • Variable compensation that rewards you for your personal outstanding performance
  • Meaningful work that really makes a difference in our members’ lives
  • A birthday cake on your birthday 🙂


Our Family
To be a part of our RCU team we’re looking for someone that carries our values:

  • Caring & Integrity – respectful and providing help to others
  • Co-operation – works together and willing to put others’ needs first when necessary
  • Leadership & Prosperity – always encouraging and working towards greater success!
  • Commitment – a can do attitude – reliable, dependable, and dedicated
  • Communicating – clearly, honestly, and with positive intent
  • Flexible – tour to meet with members or ready for a quick convo at the ball field or rink!


Interested?
We encourage you to apply now by sending your resume to Ellen Phillips at ephillips@raymorecu.com
Be sure to get your application in – we can’t wait for you to join us!
This opportunity will remain open until filled.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Commercial & Agriculture Relationship Specialist

Job Status: Permanent Full-Time

Preferred Job Location: Rosetown or Outlook Branch; however, a hybrid work arrangement will be considered for the ideal candidate.

Prairie Centre Credit Union, Saskatchewan’s leading rural-based credit union, currently has a permanent full-time Commercial & Agriculture Relationship Specialist opportunity available. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, dynamic individual with a strong aptitude for relationship-building with current and prospective members, as well as internal teams. Reporting to the Vice President Retail Relationships, the Commercial & Agriculture Specialist will provide support to the retail team of Relationship Managers within Prairie Centre to ensure exceptional service to members.

Responsibilities:

  • Actively find opportunities to expand existing member relationships and for the acquisition of new member accounts through networking, referrals, and connections
  • Act as subject matter expert for large and complex commercial and agricultural lending requests
  • Build and manage the relationships of key member accounts in collaboration with regional Relationship Managers
  • Work together with regional teams on business development, growth, and community engagement strategies
  • Regular travel across PCCU trading area will be required

 Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree in Business or Agriculture, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in commercial and agricultural lending
  • Ability to take initiative with demonstrated experience in achieving sales/growth targets
  • People-oriented with the desire to interact, work with, and develop relationships with co-workers, current and prospective members, and community
  • Well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills

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 including relocation assistance, and a matched superannuation plan.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Brett Speight, Vice President Retail Relationships, at 306-882-5595.

To apply, please submit a copy of your cover letter and resume on or before Monday, April 3, 2023, to: Cara.Nisbet@pccu.ca.

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

 

Credit Specialist

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.

 

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.

 

You’ll be successful in this role if: others describe you as responsive, exceedingly competent, organized, and driven to dig into a file and understand the story. You know what’s critical to keep the application on track, and continually adapt to changing circumstances. You have a professional presence, and work daily to build relationships, credibility, and the competence of those around you.

 

Qualifications:

You have:

  • 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.

 

The Location:

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.

 

This role is eligible for hybrid work. Ideally, the incumbent would be based in Lloydminster or one of the communities we serve (Kindersley, Saskatoon, etc.).

 

To Apply:

Submit your cover letter and resume before the end of day on Sunday, March 19th, 2023, to:  careers@synergycu.ca. Please quote competition #233301 in the Subject Line.

 

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

 

Learn about us at www.synergycu.ca, on YouTube, and on social.

 

Loans Officer

Are you ready for the next step of your career? Do you have the desire to help members and staff succeed personally and financially? Do you have a lending background? Luseland Credit Union is seeking a motivated leader to join their lending team as a Loans Officer.

THE POSITION – Loans Officer

Reporting to the General Manager, the Loans Officer will:

  • Provide lending services to current members and potential members and administer and control an assigned portion of the loan portfolio;
  • Recognize member needs and promote and cross-sell credit union lending and deposit services; and
  • Ensure all loan activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires:

  • Attention to detail;
  • Strong leadership and communication skills;
  • Working knowledge of credit union products and services;
  • Desire and ability to be a team leader;
  • One-year of post-secondary training plus four to five years of job related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or two to four years of relevant post-secondary training.

COMPENSATION

Salary will be negotiated based on education and experience. Luseland Credit Union offers a fully paid benefits package, including 7.5% pension matching, variable pay structure, and an employee loan/deposit program.

ABOUT OUR CREDIT UNION

Luseland Credit Union has been a proud leader in the community for 60 years. Every year we provide support to various local projects and organizations in the form of volunteer time and donations.

From a single office, we serve a membership of more than 1760 and manage assets over $178 million with a loan portfolio of over $100 million. We position ourselves as fast followers and offer most of the same digital banking products as the large institutions, but with a greater focus on service. We opened our new building in late 2017 and it has allowed us to continue to grow our business and positioned LCU well to serve our membership long into the future.

Luseland Credit Union is growth and team-focused. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and to being accountable to every member we serve.

If your goals and experience match our requirements, we invite you to submit your application by Thursday, April 6, 2023.

Adam Franko, General Manager
Luseland Credit Union
PO Box 518
Luseland SK S0L 2A0
F: 306-372-4446
E: adam.franko@luselandcu.com

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 Advisor to help us continue our rich tradition of serving our community – since 1943!

What do our Financial Services 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 account and deposit products, investments, and consumer lending products and services with some potential for small business/ag loans.

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

As a Financial Services 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 one to four years 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

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

What do we offer?

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

If the above describes you, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@synergycu.ca by end of day on Sunday, March 12th, referencing competition #233103 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly.  Permanent full-time. 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.

A little more about us:

At Synergy, our members are owners who profit when we do and who get a say in how we are 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 29,000 members and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

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

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 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

Credit Union General Manager

We’re seeking a General Manager.

WHO WE ARE:
St. Josephs’ Credit Union is a member owned full-service financial institution with assets of $93.5 million providing service to over 3000 members located in Petit de Grat, NS.  We are a team of fourteen, driven by our Co-operative values which uniquely position us to put people and our community at the forefront of all our decisions.   Together, we accomplish great things – join us as our new General Manager!

THE ROLE:

The General Manager is responsible to provide oversight, decision making, and leadership to credit union operations.  Working collaboratively with the Board and Management Team, the incumbent is also accountable for the development and execution of long-term strategic objectives that further the credit union’s goals and enable its’ financial viability, culture, community roots and long-term sustainability.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS:

A Motivational Leader.  You believe in the power of a strong team, and foster collaboration.  You inspire those around you by keeping lines of communication open, sharing a compelling vision for change, setting clear expectations and celebrating accomplishments.  Recognizing and developing strengths in others is foundational to your future focus.

Industry Savvy.  You’ve worked in a financial institution and have a keen understanding of relevant policies, procedures and legislation governing it.  You have solid experience in commercial lending, liquidity and asset/liability management and are a pro at analyzing and interpreting financial reports.

Skilled at Business Development.  You understand the value of building strong relationships and partnerships and excel at spotting opportunities for growth with results to prove it.

Community and Cooperative Minded.  Being active in the community is important to you, and having a solid understanding of the culture, and economic concerns within and around your market are key to your success. You understand the co-operative way and can demonstrate how it aligns with your own values.

Strategic.  You look beyond status quo, ask the right questions and can piece things together to see the bigger picture.  You embrace the future and its possibilities and boast a proven track record of implementing long term strategies and executing plans to drive an organization forward.

EXPERIENCE:   

As some of our community members only speak French, you must be able to converse fluently in both French and English.  In addition, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce and have a minimum of 10 years increasing leadership responsibility in a financial institution, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.

THE OFFER:

This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive compensation and benefits package based on internal and external market equity and commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY:

If this opportunity sounds like a fit for you, submit your application by clicking here.

Applications will close on February 26, 2023.

ABOUT OUR CREDIT UNION:

St. Joseph’s Credit Union is a financial co-operative offering all the products and services you expect from today’s financial services industry, including full access via online banking, mobile, telephone, ATM as well as in-branch.  As a credit union, we are connected to the world’s largest financial network, an international co-operative community of over 1 billion people and are one of 46 other credit unions operating in the Atlantic provinces.

We are proud of and active in our community. In 2022, through sponsorships, charity donations and participation in local events, we were able to give back approximately $30,000.

Curious about what else we do? Check out our website, facebook or instagram page.

LOCATION:

St. Joseph’s Credit Union is located in Petit de Grat, on Isle Madame, NS part of Cape Breton Island.  Petit de Grat, one of many quaint Acadian fishing villages along the coast of Isle Madame, is known for its captivating scenery and variety of vistas including coastline, coves and islands.  Petit de Grat offers outdoor enthusiasts an abundance of activities year round and its proximity to the towns of Port Hawkesbury (50 kms) and Antigonish (109 kms) and city of Sydney (128 Kms) make it a great spot to live and/or work for those wanting a quieter lifestyle.

 

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