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Syndicated Lending Manager

It’s an exciting time to join Wyth.

Wyth is a Canadian digital bank that has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies many times over. We’re on a bold journey to create the future of banking. We want to evolve the way Canadians bank and to enable their success. We’re growing into a top-tier company that delivers great value to employees, customers and stakeholders.

Our team is national and a large majority of us work remotely. Our workplace is friendly, welcoming, inclusive and ever evolving. Join us if you want to be part of The Bank That Does.

Syndicated Lending Manager (Full-time, Permanent Position)

The Syndicated Lending Manager provides direction in the sale of high-quality commercial loans and mortgages to the Bank’s network of financial institution partners across Canada. You will work closely with our origination team and key credit union partners as you assist them in diversifying their balance sheets and deploying liquidity. Building and maintaining strong relationships is essential to successfully meeting business acquisition objectives, ensuring strong deal flow and providing effective ongoing portfolio management for Wyth and our partners.

Key Outcomes:

This position is accountable for the sale of new commercial assets to other financial institutions across Canada and the management of the Bank’s existing syndicated loan portfolio.

You will work closely with internal and external partners confirming the suitability of the commercial assets to both Wyth and our partners. You will ensure the organization is adequately protected from financial loss by ensuring fees are collected, by following proper funding, documentation, and monitoring practices, and by identifying and bringing forward emerging credit issues in a timely manner.

As the Syndicated Lending Manager, you will manage relationships by delivering timely responses to inquiries and will provide regular updates on progress and/or issues to the bank’s credit union and syndicate partner organizations. You will bring leadership and expertise to commercial underwriters in the credit union system on structuring complex commercial lending transactions and effectively contribute to development initiatives within the Commercial Markets team.

Qualifications:

5+ years previous lending experience and demonstrated proficiency with progressive experience in the area of commercial credit and/or underwriting, including Real Estate, Construction and diversified lending
Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field

As of December 31, 2021, the Bank requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and complete an attestation upon the time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a qualifying medical condition or require an accommodation due to grounds protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act you will be required to follow the Bank’s policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.

Applications for this opportunity will be accepted until end of day Monday, February 14, 2022.

At Wyth, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we partner with. We encourage all members of the designated groups; aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team. Wyth strives to provide a safe and respectful work environment free of discrimination and harassment and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

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

About us

We’re an innovative and future-focused company. Through our partnerships with Fintechs, we focus on delivering unique financial products to retail, business, credit union and Fintech customers.

We’re passionate about solving problems for our customers by making their banking experience easy and helpful.

Our employees are our strength. We aim to keep them healthy and support them to be their best selves. We offer a competitive total rewards package with a full range of benefits and flexible work options.

Visit wyth.ca to learn more.

Manager of Lending Services

Manager of Lending Services
Permanent Full Time
Accent Credit Union

The Lending Services Team at Accent Credit Union serves our members both in branch and from a distance. The ever-growing lending portfolio includes consumer, agriculture, and commercial files. We pride ourselves in providing a member experience that is second to none, leading to satisfied, loyal members. We are competitive in the market, and trust-worthy. In a world of change, we embrace it, and strive to offer convenience, and simplicity for our members in the form of the latest technology, enhancing our ability to offer a fully electronic lending experience.

Your current experience in a leadership, or senior lender role has prepared you for this employment opportunity. You are committed to life-long learning, and you have a desire to learn and grow with your team. Not only do you encourage staff development, but you are a champion of this important leadership competency, preparing your team members for their own career growth. You are able to adapt to each of your subordinate’s needs, and you will modify your approach and their learning plans to ensure their success. Afterall, as your team grows, the credit union will too!

You have an in-depth understanding of lending practices and procedures. The ideal candidate will have many years of service in the credit union system or financial services industry, and a minimum of seven to ten years of job related experience. You have an appetite for risk, and know when to take the risk, and when to shy away from it. You will be responsible to mitigate risk of default. When required you will initiate action to collect on delinquent loans, as necessary. Working closely with the Manager of Lending Administration, you will ensure all loans are in compliance with sound business practice, legislation, regulations, and policies and procedures.

Building relationships is important. In fact, it is essential to our business! Another key part of the Manager role is to foster new relationships and grow new business. You are not afraid to pick up the phone and call a potential member. You enjoy the rush of that first contact, and have no problem popping into a business for the first time to meet the owner and take those first steps in fostering a relationship. When the time is right, you’ll ask for the business!

This exciting opportunity is available in our Quill Lake Branch. You will be required to travel to our other branches, on a regular basis. You will be part of an amazing team, working together to meet the member’s and organization’s goals!

Education & Qualifications

· University Degree or Professional Designation	· Working knowledge of computer systems
· Seven – Ten Years of job-related experience	· Credit Union experience considered an asset
· Bondable	· Commitment to continuous self-development

Accent Credit Union has branches in Quill Lake, Kelvington and Jansen. We are a financially strong organization with assets of over $270 million, and we continue to grow! We are dedicated to our members, and our communities. We respect our people and their contribution to our success. We encourage employee involvement and participation. We reward our people for their teamwork and for achieving objectives. Compensation is competitive and will be based upon qualifications and experience. Accent Credit Union offers a full range of benefits, an employee incentive program, including a wellness program.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter in confidence by February 28, 2022, to:
Guy Martin, Chief Executive Officer | Quill Lake Branch – Box 520, 78 Main St., Quill Lake, SK, S0A 3E0
hr@accentcu.ca
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Audit Analyst

AUDIT ANALYST

Permanent Full-time

This position could be located in any of the three organization’s locations in considering the needs of the organizations and the successful candidate’s wishes. Travel will be a requirement throughout the geographical area of all three organizations.

Closes February 14

Conexus, Cornerstone and Innovation Credit Unions have built an integrated Internal Audit team. Our credit unions are committed to helping our members reach their financial goals by reinvesting profits into our members, our communities and our people. We are looking for someone who can act as a trusted advisor through the direct provision of all Internal Audit services, the provision of leadership, guidance, specialized expertise, and knowledge consistent with the strategies and priorities of the Internal Audit department and our credit unions as a whole.

THE POSITION:

CUs inSync (partners of Conexus, Innovation and Cornerstone Credit Unions) are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team. The Audit Analyst will work with senior audit staff conducting risk-based audits which encompass all areas of credit union operations and follow the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards. This position is also responsible for:

Providing audit results and assisting in the development of reports to the appropriate audit lead
Identifying and assessing risks and opportunities within the credit unions’ and the members’ risk appetite
Identifying and assessing compliance with Credit Union Regulations
Leveraging technology and partners to provide and enhance the world class member experience
Living credit union values and competencies

The successful candidate will be a team-oriented, community minded individual with post-secondary education in a related field and/or a minimum of 5 years financial service experience. Along with proven skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Analytics/Research, the candidate aspires to pursue auditing as his/her career path. Exceptional communication skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to excellence and member service are a necessity. Prior IT Audit experience would be considered an asset.

Visit the CAREERS page or our website to learn more about this position and to apply. www.innovationcu.ca Only those applications received through our job board will be considered.

Chief Financial & Governance Officer – Alberta Central

Alberta Central is the central banking facility, service bureau and trade association for member credit unions. Its purpose is to champion change in the Alberta credit union system and bring value and expertise to its members.

The Executive Leadership Team (ELT) at Alberta Central is constantly looking for partnership opportunities, developing innovative products and services, and collaborating with other stakeholders to optimize system-owned entities. Key priorities for Alberta Central include meeting the demand for payments modernization, advancing core banking technology and evolving the future direction of the Central.

The ELT is comprised of the CEO and the following direct reports:

Chief Financial & Governance Officer
Chief Risk & Compliance Officer
Chief Investment Officer
Chief Strategy, People & Credit Union Relations Officer

The Chief Financial & Governance Officer is responsible for the strategic leadership, direction and guidance for financial accounting and reporting, and budgeting and taxation services for the organization. The executive also acts as the key financial reporting and budgeting lead for high profile and strategic joint ventures like the Prairie Payments Joint Venture which have complex governance structures and stakeholder relationships. This position is also responsible for oversight of governance functions and legal matters for the organization and serves as the Corporate Secretary for the Alberta Central Board of Directors and related board committees.

Experience & Education

Related university degree and 15 or more years of relevant experience; or combination of formal education and experience.
CPA designation required.
5 years of experience in a senior executive leadership role.
Previous financial services industry experience and/or equivalent experience in an industry undergoing transformational change.
ICD.D or equivalent governance expertise gained through experience.
Candidates without governance expertise will be considered if they have strong backgrounds in either or both: o Banking and credit union payments, clearing, and settlement functions.
Major and/or emerging banking and credit union technology and innovation.

Express Your Enthusiasm

Email a cover letter and tailored resume to Allan Nelson or Shalini Bhatty at Calgary@leadersinternational.com indicating the job title in the subject line of the email.

VP Fintech Partnership Development

Permanent Full Time
Closes February 10
Open to Any Location in Canada
(ability to work remotely from your home office)

Annual Salary: $127,360 to $159,201

Are you looking to join a growing organization in a newly-created role where you can actually make an impact on the business? As the VP Fintech Partnership Development, you’ll lead the generation of fintech collaboration opportunities that align with Innovation Credit Union’s products, markets, and technology. In addition to joining our amazing senior leadership team, you’ll also have strong work-life integration, a flexible schedule, and the security of a career path supported by your organization!

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 Chief Retail & Operating Officer, the VP Fintech Partnership Development will capture opportunities with fintech partners and create value by innovating products and services that customers from a broad group of segments can benefit from. This will be achieved through oversight, leadership and execution, supporting partner identification, screening, and onboarding. This role will monitor market intelligence for fintech’s to stay on top of the changing landscape in opening banking, emerging technologies and innovation.

The VP Fintech Partnership Development does the following:

Support the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in ongoing partner identification, onboarding, and relationship management with the objective of increasing efficiency in onboarding partners that support our strategic objectives
Act as a liaison with partners to address and resolve partner concerns and performance issues
Manage relationships with partners to increase profitable revenue (ROI), improve member service and enable employees to deliver results
Manage and report on the funnel of potential partners and existing relationships
Contribute to completion of partner and 360 degree self-assessments as part of periodic (annual) partner reviews
Maintain awareness and understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements for financial services, including open banking, blockchain, cyber security, fraud, OSFI B10 Outsourcing guidelines, privacy and data standards
Represent Innovation Credit Union at national, regional, and virtual events

Why Should You Apply?

You are a business-savvy leader who loves to network and create mutually-beneficial, collaborative relationships
You have at least 7 years’ experience with related product or business development experience in payments, financial services, commercial mid-market or fintech industries
You have completed a business, technology or software engineering degree, or an equivalent program
You have advanced understanding and experience of digital banking business models and platform strategy execution
You have a strong track record of planning, managing, and closing a complex, competitive sales effort and managing deals from negotiation, to closing and through delivery

Vice President, Technology & IT Operations

Location: Surrey, BC

Prospera Credit Union is a for-purpose credit union that is guided by their values and owned by their members. With the merger between Westminster Savings Credit Union and Prospera Credit Union, Prospera is now the sixth-largest credit union in Canada. It has over $9 billion in assets and 26 branches from Vancouver through the Fraser Valley to the Okanagan. Built on more than 75 years as a BC credit union, Prospera Credit Union has been a successful financial institution because of an unwavering focus on meeting the needs of its over 120,000 members, providing fulfilling careers for employees, and giving back to the communities they serve. As part of their continued growth, the company is seeking a VP, Technology & IT Operations to lead enterprise technology, IT service delivery, and cybersecurity, both strategically and operationally.

Reporting to the Chief Digital and Information Officer, the Vice President, Technology & IT Operations is responsible for the planning, directing, and coordinating all operational activities of the IT department in support of and to enhance business operations as well as the member and employee experience. Responsibilities include collaborating directly with the Leadership Teams and decision-makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.  The position is also a member of the company’s Senior Leadership Team.

The ideal candidate is an innovative leader with deep experience running all aspects of IT in an organization. Experience that includes financial services or other regulated or complex businesses is strongly preferred. Highly strategic with a strong will to grow a business and build community, the preferred candidate is a true collaborator who brings outstanding relationship skills such that they are viewed as a trusted advisor by business partners throughout the organization. The ideal candidate also is committed to the highest standards of operational excellence and personal accountability, with the drive, integrity, and systems thinking ability to contribute to a growing business.

This is a fulfilling executive position that would allow an influential technology leader to directly impact and build a healthy community. The highly preferred location of the role is at head office in Surrey, BC; the alternative location is anywhere within Prospera’s trade area with weekly meetings at head office.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.

If you are interested in this role, please click apply.

Supervisor Member Advisor

SUPERVISOR MEMBER ADVISOR

Permanent Full-Time

Closes February 8

North Battleford Advice Centre

* Varied shifts that include evenings, Saturdays and Sundays

Annual Wage: $57,454 – $71,817

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: This position would appeal to anyone who strives to go above and beyond in providing world class financial services by building trust to help simplify our members lives. How does one do this? Glad you asked!

A Supervisor of Member Advisors does the following:

Coach and mentor staff to exceed member experience standards, while developing a strong team environment
Lead team in the adoption of the Omni-Channel Delivery System
Oversee sales plan, ensuring targets and service standards are met
Oversee effective portfolio management
Manage all Member Advisors scheduling
Ensure all Member Advisor activities are originated within legislation, policy, practices and organizational values
Ability to manage employees in the Advice Centre and Virtually
Perform the duties of a Member Advisor

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of the duties and functions of Member Advisor roles (digital and front-line) to aid in identifying areas to provide top end solutions to the organization. A natural desire to want to teach and share knowledge is associated with someone in this role. An investigative mindset is at play to be able to resource solutions to issues that are arising with a proactive approach for resolving for the future. Inherently, this person seeks to find efficiencies, to produce sales and thrives in change situations. This individual loves technology, uses our alternate/omni channels personally, and aspires to be an impactful leader.

Why Should You Apply?

Minimum of one year of related post-secondary education and 4 – 6 years’ of financial services experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Diploma or degree in a related discipline (Business Administration, Commerce, Technology Management, Marketing, etc.) would be an asset
Proven success in leading teams
Completion of sales and/or supervisory training would be considered an asset
Strong computer and technology skills (Microsoft Office 365 programs, Skype, Omni solutions etc)
Demonstrated commitment to continuous education and personal development

Interested?

CLICK the Apply Today button 🙂

Manager, Governance

The Organization: Prospera Credit Union

With history dating back over 75 years, Prospera Credit Union was officially born in 2002 after a series of mergers in its formative years. In January of 2020, Prospera and Westminster Savings Credit Union merged to become the current Prospera Credit Union, Canada’s sixth largest, with more $7.3 billion balance sheet assets and over $9.0 billion in assets under management, 120,000 members, 900 employees and 29 full service branch locations stretching from rom Vancouver through the Fraser Valley to the Okanagan.

To learn more, please visit Prospera’s website.

The Opportunity: Manager, Governance

The Manager, Governance is responsible for overseeing the meeting process for the Board and its committees (and the Management Committees) and maintaining a well organized and effective annual governance cycle. This position is responsible for managing the Governance Office, maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and general corporate reporting. Works to implement decisions made by the Board of Directors and maintains the corporate governance policies and guidelines of Prospera Credit Union and its subsidiaries (“PCU”). As Manager, this position will provide leadership to its direct reports and ensure that department goals and service delivery standards are achieved. The Manager will provide ongoing training, coaching and opportunities for self-development and career development and encourage growth. The Manager will model the credit union values and foster a positive dynamic within the team aligned with the organizational culture.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

A post-secondary degree in a related discipline; Chartered Secretary or paralegal designation an asset,
Several years of progressive experience in a corporate governance environment, with a minimum of two years managing the roles, responsibilities and procedures of a board or council,
Excellent knowledge of governance, legislation and compliance best practices,
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish mutually beneficial working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, in various functions and at all levels,
Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment,

The complete opportunity profile can be viewed: Here

Contact: Hannah Donovan or Greg Longster

Leaders International Executive Search

#880 – 609 Granville Street

Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5

Phone: (604) 688-8422

Email: vancouver@leadersinternational.com

General Manager

Bruno Savings and Credit Union is an independent progressive member-owned Saskatchewan Credit Union serving over 1,600 members and non-members with two branches and has total assets exceeding $101M. In serving its members and their families, businesses, farms and communities, the Credit Union provides a wide range of financial services including financial, investment, commercial, agricultural, and personal loans, and mortgage services. The credit union serve the communities and surrounding areas of Bruno and Prud’homme Saskatchewan.

Bruno Savings and Credit Union is seeking a new General Manager (GM) to lead the Credit Union into the future upon the retirement of their long-time GM.

Our GM provides a combination of strategic and operational leadership to the Bruno Savings and Credit Union by working with the Board of Directors and the management team to establish, implement and oversee the Credit Union’s short-term and long-term goals, strategies, plans and policies. The GM also supports and advises the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary and strategic responsibilities.

At the core of the Credit Union’s strategy is the premise that “it’s all about creating and maintaining value for Bruno Savings and Credit Union members and other stakeholders”. As the GM, you will continue to develop and grow Bruno Savings and Credit Union as a full-service financial co-operative while sustaining our record of sound financial management. You support and drive a culture of accountability by “leading by example” and you foster a successful organizational culture by balancing our commitments to:

our high standard of service for our members,
engaging, rewarding, and providing flexible and inclusive opportunities for our employees, and
actively participating in and supporting our communities as we maintain our leadership position within our marketplace.

You are a professional leader with a track record of successful strategic execution in financial services. You possess a high level of emotional intelligence and build strong relationships with all stakeholders. You have a passion for credit unions, the cooperative values and representing Bruno Savings and Credit Union through active involvement in the community.

Our ideal candidate is a proven leader who has:

Bachelor’s degree in business/financial sector or equivalent experience;
A minimum of 6 years’ experience at a senior management level with a retail financial services institution, preferably a credit union;
Extensive branch management experience of a multi-branch operation, with a demonstrated track record for success in the development and implementation of management strategies to achieve organizational goals;
Experience working effectively with an elected Board of Directors;
Advanced knowledge of the following:
- federal and provincial laws and regulations pertaining to credit unions
- commercial/agricultural lending
- credit union financial analysis, budgeting design and consumer credit;
Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, decision making and organizational leadership skills to plan and manage resources;
Knowledge and understanding of digital services and technology as an organizational enabler, and the ability to embed technology into organizational strategies;
Superior leadership skills with demonstrated experience developing a management team through coaching and mentoring;
Experience driving culture change and increased accountability within an organization.

The Bruno Savings and Credit Union is in a town located 90 Km east of Saskatoon and 35 km west of Humboldt. Our community offers preschool, and public schools to grade 12. There is a visiting doctor from Humboldt and pharmacy. There are a number of attractions and a wide range of sports and recreation activities including a golf course, archery range and campground.

Bruno Savings and Credit Union offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and will consider relocation support for the right candidate.

To learn more about Bruno Savings and Credit Union, please visit our website at https://brunocu.com.

We encourage all interested applicants to send a resume and cover letter, no later than March 7, 2022 to:

Gail Pearce

Consultant, People Solutions

Central 1 Credit Union

Email: recruitment@central1.com

Email subject: Bruno Savings and Credit Union General Manager Opportunity

Executive Assistant, Office of the CEO

Who are we?

Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (the Corporation) is the deposit guarantor for Saskatchewan credit unions and the primary regulator for Saskatchewan credit unions and SaskCentral, together, Provincially Regulated Financial Institutions (PRFIs). We work closely with these institutions to ensure they employ sound business practices to enhance the strength and stability of the Saskatchewan credit union system.

How you will spend your time:

Reporting to the CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive, administrative, and development support to the CEO and Board of Directors, as well as the Executive Leadership Team. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to the CEO. You will:

assist with daily administrative duties and tasks that include manage email, calendar, and travel,
develop, edit, proof, and distribute documents and materials,
- plan and organize board meetings and board planning including logistics, recommend meeting dates and dissemination of meeting materials,
- maintain board corporate records,
- communicate with board and executive,
- research, collect, compile, produce and distribute information for executive and senior management in all divisions – policies, practices, business plan,
contribute and participate in team, division, and corporate planning, and,
assist the office administration team in pursuit of an effective and efficient operating environment.

What you’ll need:

five years in a similar role or advanced administrative position,
strong computer skills, proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite products and ability to adapt to changing technologies,
strong leadership, organization, governance and time management skills,
ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity, and,
demonstrated success in communicating and facilitating discussions with key stakeholders.

The core competencies for this position focus on decision making, problem solving, impact and influence, leadership, relationship management and conflict resolution.

Knowledge of credit union system and democratic cooperative process would be an asset.

The salary range for this position is $55,281 – $69,101 and offers competitive benefits including immediate coverage of health and dental insurance, matched pension contributions, an employee wellness program, and education, training and development opportunities. For more information on Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation, please visit our website www.cudgc.sk.ca.

Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation values and supports workplace diversity. We believe diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives make our organization stronger.

Please submit your resume by February 4, 2022, to HR@cudgc.sk.ca.

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