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Overview Looking for more than just a job? At Sydney Credit Union, you'll find a career with purpose. As part of a member-owned financial cooperative, you'll play a direct role in supporting local businesses, strengthening our community, and living the values of cooperation and trust. On top of that, we offer outstanding perks: from a strong retirement plan and comprehensive health coverage to extras like a Healthy Lifestyle Credit, employee banking perks, and even an interest-free clothing line of credit. Here, your qualified growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your well-being always comes first.About The Role The Head, Commercial Banking is responsible for leading Sydney Credit Union's commercial and business banking function, driving prudent portfolio growth, deepening member relationships, and ensuring strong credit quality and risk management. Reporting to the Vice President, Growth & Member Experience, the role oversees a team of three and plays a key role in executing the Credit Union's growth strategy while maintaining a strong member-first culture. This role combines people leadership, relationship management, credit adjudication oversight, and business development, with a strong emphasis on community presence and long-term member success.Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management: Lead, coach, and develop a team of commercial banking professionals to achieve portfolio growth, service excellence, and risk objectivesFoster a collaborative, accountable, and member-focused cultureEstablish clear performance expectations and support ongoing training and developmentCommercial Portfolio Growth & Relationship Management:



Manage and grow a diversified commercial loan portfolio in line with the organization's risk appetiteBuild and maintain solid relationships with business members, centers of influence and community partnersIdentify opportunities to expand member share of wallet through lending, deposits, and treasury solutionsCredit & Risk Management: Oversee commercial credit underwriting, structuring, and renewals in alignment with policy and regulatory standardsProvide sound credit recommendations and approvals within delegated lending authorityMonitor portfolio performance, proactively managing risk, concentrations, and early warning indicatorsStrategy & Collaboration: Contribute to development and execution of the commercial banking strategy and annual business plansCollaborate closely with Retail Banking, Wealth, and Member Experience teams to deliver integrated solutionsSupport new initiatives, products, and programs aligned with Sydney Credit Union's strategic prioritiesGovernance, Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory standards, and best practicesPrepare portfolio reporting, forecasts, and insights for senior leadership as requiredSupport audits, regulatory reviews, and internal risk management processesThe Ideal Candidate Education Post-secondary education in business, finance, or a related fieldAn equivalent combination of education and experience will be consideredExperience Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in commercial or business banking,



preferably within a credit union or financial institutionDemonstrated experience managing commercial credit and business relationshipsPrior people leadership or supervisory experience is strongly preferredA background in relationship management within the personal lending sector will be considered a strong assetKnowledge & Skills Strong understanding of commercial lending, credit analysis, and risk management practicesProven ability to build and maintain long-term business relationshipsStrong leadership, coaching, and performance management skillsExcellent communication, judgment, and decision-making abilitiesKnowledge of the Cape Breton / Nova Scotia business environment is a strong assetCompensation & Other Information This is a full-time permanent position. Remuneration will be paid in accordance with Sydney Credit Union's Management Salary Structure Level 7: $89,171.88 - $104,908.10As with all positions at Sydney Credit Union, this role could be expected to work in any of our locations.If this sounds like an opportunity for you and you meet the qualifications, please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting the competition number: SCU-260203-O. This position will remain open until vacancy is filled.Why Sydney Credit Union Sydney Credit Union is a community-based financial cooperative committed to helping members, businesses, and communities thrive. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-impact portfolio, mentor a dedicated team, and contribute directly to the economic vitality of Cape Breton. This critical leadership role offers significant runway to grow Sydney Credit Union's commercial portfolio as a core strategic priority.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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📌 Head, Commercial Banking (Sydney)
🏢 Sydney Credit Union
📍 Sydney