Occupation Types: Member/Customer Services

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 including the sales of mutual funds, 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 two to four years of job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong experience in consumer lending is required
  • Relationship and business development skills
  • Previous sales experience working with goals, strong closing/referral techniques, and pipeline development is desired
  • Strong interpersonal and listening skills; can carry on great interactions in a variety of channels
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Mutual Fund Accreditation or successful completion of accreditation, or licensed within 3 months of hire

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 June 23, 2024, referencing competition #243102 in the subject line.

More details:

  • Status: Permanent, full-time
  • Hours: 37.5 hours weekly. Requires ability to work a Saturday rotation schedule, and flexibility to work outside regular hours for travel, events, and member meetings.
  • Salary: $60,000 to $75,000

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 27,000 members and have reached over $2.5 billion in assets.

We were named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the 7th 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 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

Engagement Manager

Engagement Manager – Full-Time, PPJV

COMPANY OVERVIEW

The Prairie Payments Joint Venture (PPJV) is a joint venture owned by three Prairie centrals created to digitally transform and modernize payment services for credit unions in the Prairies. PPJV’s goal is to ensure prairie credit unions are competitive in payments and have access to efficient, modernized payments processing infrastructure.

ROLE SUMMARY

The relationship manager is responsible for fostering and maintaining strong relationships with credit union partners within their designated region.  The primary objective is to drive business growth of PPJV’s payment offerings and enhanced member satisfaction through strategic collaboration and effective communication.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with credit unions within the designated region with the goal of providing guidance and support for PPJV’s products and services while ensuring they are meeting the needs of credit unions and their members.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for credit unions and liaison between integration partners and PPJV team members addressing their needs and concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Build rapport with key internal and external stakeholders, including credit union executives.
  • Collaborate with credit unions to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth and enhance member satisfaction.
  • Educate credit union partners on the full range of PPJV products and services and the resources available to them.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams, including delivery, operations, business readiness, and communications, to ensure alignment and support for credit union partners.
  • Attend and participate in regional credit union events and conferences that add value to the relationship between credit union partners and PPJV.
  • Manage the cadence for interactions with credit unions for PPJV products and services including the tracking and communication of potential risks/issues and feedback while supporting timely business and tactical messaging for credit unions.
  • All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

  • University degree in business administration, finance, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
  • Previous experience in banking, financial services, payments, or credit union management (experience in credit union system is preferred).
  • Knowledge of the credit union system and payment methods is preferred.
  • Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients or partners.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be bondable.

This position is currently designated as a remote position. The successful candidate will be located in Saskatchewan and be willing to travel to credit unions in Saskatchewan and other locations for conferences and in person meetings.

The Environment

PPJV is a fast paced and focused environment where employees and contractors share the mission to deliver efficient, cost effective, modernized payments processing to prairie credit unions.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume & cover letter by noon on May 31, 2024 {Click Here}

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

 

Member Experience Specialist (MES)

Member Experience Specialist (MES)

Company Description

Pioneered in 1939, the Co-operative Superannuation Society (CSS), located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, provides pension and retirement services to its membership. The CSS is the Administrator of the CSS Pension Plan, one of the oldest and largest defined contribution pension plans in Canada. With approx. $5 billion in assets, CSS Pension Plan has grown to serve approx. 300 employers and 55,000 current and past co-operative and credit union employees across Canada, including more than 8,700 retirees (receiving variable benefit payments and/or a monthly pension).

Summary

We seek a motivated and conscientious person to join our team as a Member Experience Specialist. The successful candidate will focus on serving our members by providing a range of member services in a manner that aligns with organizational strategic and business objectives, through a lens of member experience excellence and within the CSS’ Member Experience Framework.

As a member of the Member Experience (MX) Department, you will strive to empower members and to support them through their entire pension and retirement journey.  Your day-to-day work will include receiving and processing the broad spectrum of member inquiries and transactions (e.g., new accounts, new retirements, account maintenance, transfers and withdrawals, retirement income payments, support the Advisors with retirement planning needs, etc.).

The successful candidate will be a technically inclined high performer who thrives in a busy environment, strives to think outside the box, and can pivot between competing priorities and complex matters. A strong sense of quality member service, belief in empowering others, and understanding of the value of the co-operative system will be positive attributes you bring to the team. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of both defined contribution and defined benefit pension provisions.

The successful candidate will have obtained a Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC), or is able to complete it within their first year.

You will work effectively in a team environment guided by the team-developed “Pillars of Collaboration” which represents the values of “Respect, Commitment and Communications”.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Process and pension administration – The MES is responsible for receiving and processing member requests and inquiries, maintaining member records and accounts, and supporting the end-to-end member journey with CSS.  The MES is an expert on all pension provisions and ensures compliant, timely, and professional administrative practices are conducted and maintained.  The MES maintains and applies a superior knowledge of relevant law, guidelines, and standards (e.g., pension, tax).
  2. Responsibility to member experience – The MES understands the discipline of member experience and ensures that the practice of member experience is the first and foremost lens through which pension and retirement administration is conducted.
  3. Responsibility to team and culture – The MES is accountable for supporting an environment and culture of collaboration, learning, and service which respects diversity, encourages all teammates to work together to achieve results and contributes to a healthy, rewarding, and productive working environment where personal and team accountability is key to meeting the organization’s strategic and operational objectives.
  4. CSS is undergoing a significant digital transformation. This MES will play a significant supportive role in office administration and cross-training of all pension administrative functions.

Skills and Abilities

  • Passion for providing excellent member service
  • Excellent member service and communication skills, including communicating complex information straightforwardly.
  • Superior organization, administrative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Superior knowledge of pension, retirement, and other relevant products and industries.
  • Superior computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), information technology and systems, pension databases and workflow systems, as well as the ability to generate and analyze reports and information.
  • Must be flexible and manage high work volumes and conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
  • Self-directed, but recognizes the importance of relationship-building within the team and across the organization.

Qualifications

  • Must have five years or more experience with financial transactions or pension or benefit administration, with a focus on customer service and quality data analysis.
  • Must have a university degree in human resources, business administration or commerce.
  • Must have extensive pension knowledge, typically obtained through experience and achieving industry designations.
  • If not already completed, must be capable of successfully completing PPAC within one year of the date of hire.

CSS may consider a combination of other experience and education, at management’s discretion.

Considered an asset: credentials within the customer experience discipline and/or credentials within the retirement planning discipline.

To Apply

Please forward your resume and cover letter (including your salary expectations) to:

  • CSS Pension Plan
  • Attn: Supervisor, Member Experience
  • Email: hr@csspension.com

Competition closes: May 31, 2024 (The position may be filled sooner without notice)

We offer a fun, challenging and inclusive work environment, a competitive salary, a pension (CSS Pension Plan), and benefits package.

This position will be on-site (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan); fully remote is not an option; hybrid may be considered.

Applicant information is collected and maintained pursuant to CSS’ Privacy Policy (please see website for more information).  Background checks will be completed on successful candidates.

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

Branch Manager

We invite you to lead a team where you can feel good about the work you do and the positive impact you will have in the communities we serve in the Shuswap region. We believe in fostering a work environment that is the perfect blend of friendliness, support, and professionalism, not to mention fun!

As the Branch Manager at our Downtown Branch, you will provide overall branch management by leading the team to achieve objectives, ensure operational efficiency and deliver on the SASCU Member Experience. The Branch Manager will coach the sales team to achieve results and implement SASCU’s sales and advice strategy and tactics. The Branch Manager will develop a proactive strategy to lead the branch to build a greater membership base and have a positive impact on the community.

What you’ll do:

  • Coach the branch team on branch objectives/goals and ensure teamwork to achieve the desired results.
  • Ensure effective use of campaigns to support achieving annual financial targets.
  • Build relationships with internal partners and keep informed of local market activities to support other business goals.
  • Implement SASCU service standards, processes, and plans.
  • Be visible and accessible, welcoming interaction with employees and members to build rapport, discuss their needs and resolve concerns.
  • Ensure strong and open channel of communication and collaboration within the branch team and across SASCU departments and subsidiaries.
  • Effectively lead employees through change with particular emphasis on change tools, processes, and collaboration with Human Resources as necessary.
  • Make staffing decisions (hiring, promotion, and corrective action) and participate in decisions made by the Manager, Member Experience to leverage the talents of the branch team.
  • Develop and recommend operational plans, budgets, and staffing levels to ensure that the needs of the credit union are met.
  • Manage and assigned portfolio of members, servicing their investing, lending, and general banking needs.

What you’ll bring:

  • Seven to ten years of financial industry experience, including at least three years at the leadership level.
  • Mutual funds license or willing to be licensed within a three-month period.
  • A degree or diploma in Business Administration is preferred.
  • Access to transportation and willingness to travel within the SASCU community.

You’re perfect for this role if you:

  • Demonstrate a results orientation in both sales and service.
  • Have an aptitude for business development and relationship building.
  • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We invest in our employees by offering:

  • A competitive base salary ($93,200 – $116,600 per year) plus performance-based incentive pay, and a pension plan with SASCU matching all funds.
  • Comprehensive group benefits coverage including extended health and dental care, travel insurance, and life insurance, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
  • Flexible spending account for additional health and personal wellness activities and expenses.
  • Flexible work arrangements and paid time off including vacation, medical/care time, personal days, and paid community volunteering.
  • Opportunities for career growth, financial assistance for training and development, and rewards and recognition.
  • Additional benefits including waived or reduced banking fees and reduced rates on personal loans and mortgages.

This position is full-time, Monday to Friday. It is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to further their career within a successful and growing organization. If this sounds like you, let us know! To apply, please email a cover letter and résumé to us at hr@sascu.com.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

SASCU is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. We support an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

 

A bit about SASCU:

SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business: SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 20,000 members, 165 staff, and $1 billion in assets. Learn more at www.sascu.com

 

The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including completion of references, a criminal record check, and credit check.

Financial Services Advisors

Financial Services Advisors – Yorkton, Indian Head and Tisdale Branches

Are you great with numbers, and even better at building relationships? We’re looking for finance-savvy, dedicated Financial Services Advisors to join our teams at the Yorkton, Indian Head or Tisdale Head branches of Cornerstone Credit Union!

As a Financial Services 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. 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. You’ll provide insight to our members in areas like accounts, complex consumer investments (terms, registered products, mutual funds) lending products and services (consumer loans and mortgages, including builder mortgages, small farm and business lending) insurance, and estate processing all to help them meet their financial needs. You will develop solid working relationships with our members and work hand in hand with many areas of our organization all in providing excellent member service!

Post-secondary education in Business or a related discipline with at least 2 to 4 years progressive sales and service investment experience managing a diverse portfolio (investments and lending) in a consumer banking environment is the minimum requirement for this position, but you’ll have a leg up if your experience includes mutual funds sales experience or if you are working on obtaining your mutual funds designation. If you know what makes Cornerstone Credit Union different and the products and services we provide, that’s even better! Plus, this position offers plenty of opportunity for on-the-job learning and career development.

You’ll receive competitive compensation, great benefits, and matched pension contributions. We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks. Positions located in Yorkton and Tisdale are in-scope positions and union membership is required.

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 eighth straight year.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

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