Senior Manager, Financial Member Solutions

FirstOntario Credit Union

  • Stoney Creek, ON
  • $93,677-128,806 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
  • Apply easily
Why FirstOntario?
  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Top-tier health and wellness benefits, including comprehensive benefits packages and a Health Spending Account
  • Enhanced mental health benefits through SunLife and TELUS Health
  • Exclusive banking benefits
  • Up to $1000 per year towards professional development
  • Pension Plan
  • Flex-work environment
  • Company-wide Employee Volunteer program (Blue Wave Program)
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
Job OverviewThe Senior Manager, Member Solutions Team is a forward‑thinking, strategic leader responsible for enhancing the impact, reputation, and performance of one of the organization's key differentiators-our Member Solutions department – a virtual team that provides a full service experience remotely and with extended hours. This role requires balancing an innovative mindset with a strong understanding of current performance, using both to identify opportunities for improvement, amplify areas of success, and drive exceptional member experiences.The Senior Manager will empower and coach team members to nurture a culture of ownership and accountability, and champion continuous improvement. Through strong leadership, strategic insight, and collaborative influence, the Senior Manager will help evolve the department's capabilities and strengthen its role as a core competitive advantage for the institution.RoleSales and Service
  • Lead disciplined, forward‑looking sales management that leverages data and insights to understand current results, forecast trends, and identify opportunities for both growth and improvement.
  • Coach and support team members at all levels-including managers and MER/Senior MSTR roles -to build confidence, enable success, and foster a high‑performance mindset.
  • Strengthen member relationships by prioritizing the end‑to‑end experience and regularly engaging with Members to understand their needs and satisfaction.
  • Champion digital and multichannel adoption to meet members where they are and encourage efficient, modern service experiences.
  • Engage the team in executing structured sales and service leadership processes that reinforce accountability, drive results across all KPIs to achieve annual targets.
  • Guide the team in uncovering member needs and delivering tailored advice across lending, investment, and deposit solutions.
  • Maintain oversight of credit structuring and approvals, ensuring decisions are both member‑focused and risk‑appropriate.
Strategic Leadership & Growth
  • Identify opportunities-both where performance can be improved and where strong results can be scaled-to enhance the Member Solutions Team's contribution to organizational goals.
  • Reinforce the department's role as a differentiator by promoting a culture of proactive outreach, deep relationship‑building, and consistent service excellence.
  • Drive cross‑functional collaboration to elevate member offerings, streamline processes, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
  • Lead initiatives that evolve digital and multichannel engagement, ensuring alignment with changing member behaviours and expectations.
  • Champion ongoing change management and continuous improvement, supporting adaptability, innovation, and operational agility.
  • Continuously monitor market conditions and competitive activity to inform strategic decisions and anticipate future needs.
Coaching & Team Development
  • Provide frequent coaching, constructive feedback, and mentorship that empowers employees to take ownership of their performance and development.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, motivated, and high‑performing team environment built on trust and accountability.
  • Develop employees through thoughtful goal setting, performance assessments, and career planning conversations that encourage growth and clarity of expectations.
  • Lead with empathy and integrity, ensuring health, safety, and well‑being remain priorities.
  • Inspire a sense of shared purpose and pride by reinforcing how the team's work differentiates the institution and strengthens member loyalty.
Operational Oversight
  • Ensure operational integrity by upholding policies, procedures, compliance expectations, and internal controls.
  • Monitor credit quality and risk indicators, maintaining strong oversight and supporting sound decision‑making.
  • Navigate and support unionized workforce dynamics where applicable, ensuring alignment with organizational values and a respectful, collaborative environment.
  • Ensure day‑to‑day operations meet excellence standards while maintaining a forward‑looking view toward improved efficiencies and service delivery.
Required Skills
  • Have sound business acumen that you built with a post-secondary degree or diploma in business, related fields or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience
  • Proven ability to build and execute sales strategies that drive measurable, sustainable results, including pipeline management, forecasting, and performance analysis.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in financial services including credit sales with strong knowledge of mortgage and loan structuring, and investments.
  • Strong planning and organizational capabilities with a demonstrated ability to turn strategic goals into actionable plans.
  • Effective leadership and coaching skills that empower people, build confidence, and elevate team performance.
  • Experience with unionized environments, and managing people remotely is an asset.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial services operations, products, and member needs.
  • A proactive, initiative‑driven approach to assessing business needs and leading strategic improvements.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with a talent for influencing and collaborating across teams.
  • Solid understanding of enterprise risk, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Work extended hours as needed for business priorities, meetings, or community engagement.
This position is primarily remote, with occasional requirements to visit office in Stoney Creek, ON.This posting is for an existing vacancy.Salary Range: $93,677 to $128,806.Compensation for this role reflects a combination of skills, experience, and internal equity. Those whose experience more closely aligns the role's requirements may be placed higher within the salary range. You will learn more about FirstOntario Credit Union's total rewards package during the interview process.Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.#FOSJ

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