Occupation Types: Lending – Retail

Credit Advisor

An exciting opportunity exists, for an experienced Credit Advisor to join our team. ABCU Credit Union Ltd. (ABCU) is a full-service open bond Credit Union. Exciting opportunities exist to join our team, ABCU is a full-service open bond Credit Union with funds Under Administration of $456 million and a staff of 35.

The Credit Advisor is a key member of the member experience team. The primary responsibility of this role is to actively manage and provide credit advice to the credit members who deal with ABCU for their borrowing needs. Additional responsibilities include engagement activities to retain and consolidate existing members’ business to the Credit Union and attract new credit member growth. This position works closely with the Credit Associate, Contact Centre, Branch staff and Risk Management. The role requires expert knowledge of credit products and the ability to negotiate rates and fees in the best interest of the credit union.

Experience Required

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma required.
  • Comfort and ability to work with an elevated level of detail/accuracy.
  • This is a self-managed role.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • The ability to work efficiently without sacrificing accuracy is essential.
  • Six to ten years of job-related/industry experience.
  • Completion of the Personal Lending and Mortgages Course (PLM) offered through Canadian Securities Institute.
  • Completion of the Personal Financial Services Advice (PFSA) offered through Canadian Securities Institute.
  • Completion of CUIC General Studies Program preferred or working towards (may be waived depending upon position).
  • A combination of post-secondary education and work experience will be considered.

Interested candidates please provide a cover letter, salary expectations and resume to:

Ms. Shannon Miller, ABCU Credit Union

general@abcu.ca

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

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

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 Earl Grey Branch.  Reporting to the Business Development 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 5700 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 approximately 70km north of Regina, the village of Earl Grey is a small farming community with several local amenities and activities to keep you busy year-round. The community boasts a ballpark, curling rink, skating rink, community hall, library, and several local businesses. The community of Southey, just 10 minutes to the east, provides many of the required services such as a K to 12 school, shopping, Health Center, RCMP, groceries and gas station.

 

If you are interested in becoming a part of our team, please submit your resume, in confidence, on or before February 7, 2024 via email or mail to:


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

 

Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Contact Centre Advisor

At ABCU Credit Union Ltd. (ABCU) our culture is based on our passion to be financial professionals dedicated to doing what is right for our credit union and members. We embrace employee strengths and strive to empower employees to make the right decisions quickly and accurately every day. Our team members are provided with the tools to deliver a meaningful member experience in an environment that values and supports their contributions.

The Contact Centre Advisor is responsible for building, maintaining, and deepening relationships with members who are on default portfolio through interactions by phone, online or email in an enthusiastic and proactive member focused manner. This role is responsible for delivering an advice-based experience to our members by understanding their financial needs and goals and subsequently recommending member solutions for all their personal banking needs. They must be well informed of every product and service offered and know how to educate and resolve the members’ needs and be an expert at introducing members who qualify for Advisory Services. This role works closely with the advisory team to ensure that members’ needs are met, and referrals are taking place.

This role is a full-time position located in the Beaumont branch.

 Job Duties:

  • Use your strong advice and relationship building skills to engage existing members to enhance member participation levels using:
    • Monthly contact plan based on maturities and lead lists.
    • Establish a methodical approach to member calls.
    • Document in the RMA tool all member conversations for consistency.
    • Deal with member needs and problems quickly and effectively.
    • Educate members on why members should consider ABCU for their financial needs.
    • Identify and sell products and services that benefit the member.
  • Provide a holistic approach to understanding members’ financial goals and needs.
  • Build and develop relationships with members with the objective of moving them onto a managed portfolio.
    • Master the wealth and commercial product suite and seek every opportunity to refer to Investment Specialist/CSI Investment Advisor and commercial services.
    • Administer and grant consumer loans, line of credit and overdrafts within established limits or recommend for approval to credit risk management.
    • Perform data entry and other tasks required for the administration and processing of banking transactions and the maintenance of account records.
    • Normal judgment and decision making are required in choosing among a wide variety of guidelines.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2-3 years’ of job-related experience.
  • Post-secondary education required.
  • A combination of post-secondary education and work experience will be considered.
  • Comfort and ability to work with a high paced contact center environment.
  • Have a passion for detail/accuracy.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Comfort in working within a high Member Engagement Role.

Interested candidates please provide a cover letter, salary expectations and resume to Human Resources at myhr@abcu. ca

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

Closing date: February 12, 2024

Relationship Development Manager

Are you committed to helping others and providing exceptional service? Are you a confident, energetic team player?  Are you looking to grow and develop your career? Do you want to work with a great team who supports you every step of the way?

We are seeking a full-time Relationship Development Manager based in Maple Creek with travel throughout the trading area.  Reporting to the Manager of Lending, you will be responsible for building relationships with existing and potential members and supporting their financial success by delivering lending and financial solutions for consumer, agricultural and commercial borrowers.

To make this team, credit union and lending experience are assets, but not required.  The ideal candidate with have some background knowledge in agriculture and/or business, be comfortable talking with people and a strong desire to provide outstanding service.

There is opportunity for personal and professional growth by being part of this strong, supportive team.

You will be part of a community minded organization that gives back to our communities and supports staff who are interested in getting involved.

We offer competitive compensation including profit share, 6% matched superannuation, and comprehensive group benefits.  We encourage our staff to have a balanced lifestyle.

Maple Creek is the main branch of Cypress Credit Union.  Located in southwestern Saskatchewan, Maple Creek offers a strong business core, food, culture and recreation.  The nearby Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park is ranked as one of the top parks in the province.

If you are interested in becoming a part of our team, please submit your resume, in confidence, on or before January 16, via email or mail to:

 

Cypress Credit Union Limited

Box 1060

Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0

Attn: Larry Carnegie, Manager of Lending

Larry.carnegie@cypress.cu.sk.ca

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

 

 

 

 

 

Mortgage Specialist (Mobile)

Mortgage Specialist (Mobile) – Two Positions – (Yorkton and Area & Emerald Park and Area)

Closes January 12, 2024

Do you value strong business relationships, and do you like to try new things? At Cornerstone Credit Union we are expanding our team by introducing a mobile Mortgage Specialist role, and this could be you! Be the first person to take on a dynamic new role.

We’re looking for a subject matter expert in all areas of mortgage lending, including both construction and ready to move (RTM) financing to join our team at Cornerstone Credit Union! We are looking for a total of two Mortgage Specialists – one will provide service to Yorkton and area, and the other will provide service to Emerald Park and area.

As a Mortgage Specialist 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 goals. As a Mortgage Specialist your main objective will be to grow Cornerstone Credit Union’s residential mortgage lending portfolio. You will do this by delivering flexible mortgage lending solutions, providing professional expertise, and presenting timely mortgage advise all while creating exceptional member experiences for both new and existing members.

Specifically, we are looking for someone who has the ability to provide innovative and creative mortgage lending solutions and advise and who has/is:

  • working knowledge of CHMC and Sagen guidelines
  • a deep understanding of local markets and client base
  • strong working relationships with realtors, home builders and centers of influence
  • a flexible work schedule and location; is mobile and accessible to member needs – to meet when and where the member chooses
  • a self-motivated individual with an aggressive sales and service attitude
  • will work independently and effectively in a remote work environment

Post-secondary education in Business or a related discipline, with 3 to 7 years of progressive sales and service experience managing a diverse lending portfolio in a consumer banking environment and/or agriculture or small business lending (including mortgages) or an equivalent combination of both education and experience is the minimum requirement for this position. Having taken individual lending products & services courses and legislative training would be beneficial and if you know what makes Cornerstone Credit Union different or about the products and services we provide, that’s even better!

You’ll receive competitive compensation (base salary plus commissions), great benefits, and matched pension contributions along with other performance incentives and wellness perks. You have the advantage of working remote from either your own home or other office location of your choice within the community. You will set your own schedule but based upon serving member needs.

The cherry on top is 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 seventh straight year.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

~When applying, please select the posting directly related to the area you are interested in working from

Manager, Financial Services

At Conexus, we are focused on supporting our members with their needs of today, while also helping them work towards their goals for the future.  It’s more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about providing our members with insightful content, tools, expert advice, and a full suite of products to empower them and inspire confidence in their financial decision-making. We prioritize growth and efficiency while never compromising on the financial well-being of our members. We do this by lending an ear to each member’s unique needs throughout Saskatchewan, ensuring personalized solutions.

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 dynamic leader who loves to coach and help others succeed to come on board as a Manager, Financial Services (MFS) supporting the branch in Lemberg, Saskatchewan.

How you’ll be spending your time

  • Leading your team to ensure our members receive financial solutions to meet their needs and improve their financial well-being
  • Coaching and supporting your team to achieve individual and company sales goals working in a sales growth environment
  • Empowering your team to build meaningful, supportive relationships with their members
  • Collaborating with leadership peers to achieve objectives and targets

The way people describe you

  • A motivator who supports individuals, teams, projects, and initiatives within their department and the organization
  • A collaborator who continuously seeks, identifies, and shares ideas for improvement to increase efficiency
  • A strategic thinker with strong technical knowledge in financial products and services.
  • A strong facilitator who demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with others.

The experience you bring

  • 5 years’ experience in complex consumer lending and investments
  • 2 years’ experience in a formal or informal leadership role
  • Sales or sales coaching experience

Salary Range

  • $67,440 – $84,300 with 10% Short Term Incentive Target

Benefits and Perks

Our employees’ performance and achievements are critical to the success of our members’ credit union. It’s the reason we ensure that our employees have access to various perks and benefits that support them in bringing and being at their best. Not just at work, but in life.  Some of these extra’s include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Preferred rates for all your banking needs helping to make life more affordable
  • Generous vacation benefits with 10 additional paid days off giving you time to spend on what’s most important to you
  • Competitive benefit package options covering off all aspects of personal wellness
  • 7% pension matching after 1 year of employment to support you towards retirement

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. Come, join our crew, and find out just how sweet the rewards can be:

  • Industry leading work-life balance and rewards
  • Formal and informal employee development
  • Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives
  • Being part of the vibrant community of Lemberg! To learn more about this crossroads community, visit the links below:

We are excited to welcome candidates who bring a blend of academic, professional, and volunteer experience that sets them apart. Research shows that many applicants tend to apply only when they meet every qualification of the role. However, we encourage you to explore opportunities that closely match your skillset and experience. We truly value diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, as we are dedicated to creating inclusive and diverse workplaces. You might just be the ideal addition to our team that we’ve been searching for! This opportunity closes on January 7, 2024, so apply now! If you have questions about this position, please contact Shaulen Lang at jobs@conexus.ca.

 

Commercial Lender

Unity Credit Union has a growth opportunity for a lender who is keen to develop their career and enthusiastically connect with Unity Credit Union members to understand and support their financial goals and success.

 

Initiative, self-assurance, and the confidence to purposely drive toward results while constantly problem-solving and engaging the commitment of others is essential.  The emphasis on building rapport and relationships with individuals and groups requires an outgoing, poised and persuasive communication style.  Because the pace of the work is faster than average, the ability to learn quickly and thoroughly while continually recognizing and adapting to changing conditions is critical.  The job environment is flexible, constantly changing and provides growth opportunity, recognition and reward for the achievement of business results.

 

The Commecial Lender  serves members through the lifetime of the loan and this position will be exposed to a wide range of lending, including consumer, agriculture and commercial, with emphasis on building commercial lending expertise.  The portfolio and related compensation for this position will be tailored to the needs of the organization as well as the current skills and anticipated career growth trajectory of the selected candidate.

 

Qualifications:  The successful candidate will have at least two years of relevant post-secondary education and 1-2 years of lending experience.  Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Working knowledge and thorough understanding of the legal and legislative requirements related to lending, advanced ability in interpreting complex financial statements, and proven proactive relationship building abilities will set the successful candidate apart.

 

The Credit Union: Unity Credit Union is a successful rural-based credit union with assets over $350 million and 34 employees serving 5000 members.  Our vision is, “Partnering to Achieve Success and Build a Better Community” and that is how we work and serve every day.

 

The Community: Unity is a progressive community of approximately 2500 people located in West – Central Saskatchewan.  Services include K-12 schools, full health center facility, skating and curling rinks with artificial ice, a regional park with a 9-hole grass green golf course, camping, new swimming pool.  Economic drivers include salt mining, manufacturing, agriculture, inland grain terminals, oil and gas industry and a grain alcohol and spirits plant.  For more information on the town of Unity, visit www.townofunity.com.

 

 

Interested?  Submit a cover letter and resume to:

Christy Walker
Email: christy.walker@unitycu.ca

 

 

This position will remain open until a suitable pool of applicants has been received.

 

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a bonding process that includes a reference check, criminal record check and credit check. 

 

This is a primarily on-site position, located in Unity, Saskatchewan.

 

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.  Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Vice President of Credit

The Position:

The Vice President of Credit is responsible for management of all credit functions which includes leading a modern distribution network of financial services to meet members’ expectations, via retail and commercial services, credit functions and loss prevention. This position is also responsible for sound lending, loan growth, policies and procedures in all areas of credit including consumer, commercial, agricultural and collection functions. This position along with the Senior Vice President of Credit, will oversee the Loan Adjudication department to ensure it is functioning to full efficiency.

This position has regular and frequent contact with the CEO, other Vice Presidents, Management, and Branch Staff. External contact and good relations are required with lawyers, accountants, appraisers, members, prospective members, the Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation, CUMIS, CUCA, and other similar sized Credit Unions. Contact with leading edge credit unions is essential for insight into developments in the industry.

The most important decisions made include those relative to: leadership, personnel selections, credit policies, loan products, services, maintaining a credit sales culture, loan recoveries, productivity and monitoring of corporate results.

The authorities delegated to this position include approvals as outlined in the “Signing Policy and Approval Limits” as determined annually.

The main focus of this position is agriculture, commercial and consumer lending.

It is the responsibility of the Vice President of Credit to create and oversee effective teams to satisfy the above.

This is a full time permanent position.

For complete job posting details, please visit our website www.visioncu.ca/personal/aboutus/careers

The Person:

  • University degree in business discipline or acceptable alternatives.
  • 10 years’ progressively responsible lending experience in financial institutions with a minimum of 5 years in management and a network of financial institutions branches.
  • Excellent management, negotiating and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results.
  • Experience in budgeting, project management, and supervision of all organizational operations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Can relieve the Senior Vice President of Credit or other Vice Presidents on a large number of administrative and managerial duties.
  • Must be comfortable and competent in a range of venues when there is a need to represent the organization at the request, or in the absence, of the Senior Vice President of Credit.

Compensation:

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

Position open until filled.

 SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

Jennifer Hormann,

Vice President of Human Resources

Vision Credit Union Ltd.

Corporate Office

5007 – 51 Street

Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S6

Fax 780-679-0569

 

Only those individuals invited for an interview will be contacted.

Supervisor, Member Services

The Supervisor, Member Services supports Interior Savings’ vision of sales & service excellence by developing and facilitating a professional team that is efficient and effective in serving member needs and achieving branch goals & objectives.

Through personal strengths in communication, leadership, and initiative you will assist the Branch Manager in fostering a positive team environment of employee performance excellence by coaching, training and mentoring Member Service Advisors. You possess the ability to work under pressure with a keen attention to detail and accuracy and will ensure high service standards are achieved by all staff.

Through your coaching and leadership, you will assist your Branch Manager in leading the team to increase member participation levels and ensure Interior Savings is their primary financial institution. You are responsible for assisting with sales and services strategies in support of your branch business goals. As a coach and leader, you are actively engaged with your team on strategies to meet the immediate needs of the members while looking for additional opportunities to grow the business and to educate members on alternative channels. You foster a positive team environment through proactive participation in providing assistance to your staff and take an active role in their career development activities.

You will assist the Branch Manager in maximizing the results of your team by developing, communicating and executing monthly business plans that are aligned with the corporate strategies and contribute to the overall success of the Credit Union by demonstrating behaviours that are consistent with Interior Savings’ Vision, Mission, and Values.

You will participate in the interviewing and hiring process for new staff, as required while ensuring proper scheduling of employees in order to provide excellent member service. You will coach to and follow the organizational business model when referring members, preparing for meetings and uncovering needs. You will work in conjunction with the Branch Manager to develop performance standards and conduct performance appraisals and address member complaints and inquiries as required. You will also perform other duties as assigned.

What we offer:

  • Employer paid vacation
  • Benefits Program
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer paid training/education
  • Special banking perks
  • Work-life balance

The salary range for this position is $62,549 to $74,266 and starting salary will be based on related education, training and experience. This position will work 37 hours per week. 

 Qualifications

  Education

  Required

High School Diploma or better.

Experience

Required

Knowledgeable in a full range of investment products.

Comprehensive understanding of credit products and procedures.

4-6 years: Job-related experience in a financial sales & services environment.

Preferred

Supervisory experience considered an asset.

Manager, System Credit

About Credit Union Central of Manitoba

Credit Union of Manitoba (CUCM) is the trade association and service provider for the province’s 17 autonomous credit unions. CUCM’s purpose is to provide strategic leadership for credit unions, and to deliver high-value solutions that help each credit union achieve its vision.

The role

Reporting to the Vice President, Lending & Compliance, the incumbent plays a lead role managing all aspects of system credit, risk management, and loan adjudication while serving the growth and competitive needs of credit unions. As the Manager, System Credit, your role will encompass the following:

  • Directly manage, lead, guide, engage, develop, and encourage the adjudication team.
  • Form part of the system credit committee, responsible for managing system credit risk.
  • Provide input to strategies that support the Lending Services, Compliance, and Manual Departments business goals and objectives.
  • Provide consulting services to credit unions lending personnel and, where necessary, meet with Central’s legal counsel to discuss options.
  • Play a critical role in delivery of lending conferences and workshops.
  • Demonstrate loan portfolio management and risk mitigation for complex credit applications.
  • Provide input into Lending Services components of CUCM Enterprise Risk Management program.
  • Review and make recommendations to Model Loan Policy and credit union lending policies.
  • Develop industry resources to be available to credit union lending staff and keep apprised of all industry and market developments.
  • Communicate with all lending relationships inclusive of industry partners, credit union personnel, Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba, and other internal/external stakeholders.
  • Make recommendations to process improvements in Lending Services

The person

You bring strong relationship building skills, sound analysis and decision-making competencies and have a thorough knowledge of legislation pertaining to lending and of the commercial/agricultural marketplace.  You are a strong communicator. You are an expert negotiator with strong interpersonal skills with ability to diplomatically manage and attempt to reconcile conflicting demands and viewpoints, combined with personable and effective client management skills.

You a natural collaborator; driven by the challenge of change, with the ability to adapt your focus or approach based on what the situation requires. You are technologically savvy and up to date with technological developments as it relates to financial services.

Education & Experience

Your background includes a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a similar capacity with a focus on Commercial Credit Adjudication. Experience with Agriculture Lending would be of benefit. Education equivalent to completion of three- or four-year bachelor’s degree, ideally in commerce or business administration, or related experience is required.

The Company

We offer an excellent total compensation and benefits package including an incentive pay program, an extensive community service program, training and development opportunities, and a work environment that engages and enables our employees to serve our members. The salary will relate to qualifications and experience.

We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where your unique background, perspectives and talent are valued.

Our office is located in downtown Winnipeg close to the Canada Life Centre.  In the current environment, employees have the ability to work from home.

Credit Union Central of Manitoba (CUCM) is the trade association for Manitoba’s credit unions and as such manages liquidity reserves, monitors credit granting procedures and provides trade services in areas such as corporate governance, government relations, representation, and advocacy. CUCM also provides human resources services, research, communications, planning, lending, compliance, and risk management services to credit unions. Manitoba credit unions jointly own CUCM and it is financed through assessments and fee income derived through its operations.

CUCM welcomes applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

The salary will relate to qualifications and experience. The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000-$137,000.

Closing Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2023

To apply please go to: https://cucm.applicantpro.com/jobs/3144605

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