Area Manager

Together, Let’s Do Great Things!

We’re the largest financial institution based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, and we’ve got an exciting opportunity for you. We are looking for a self-driven and dynamic Area Manager who is passionate about developing people and driving business growth. In this role, you will play a key role in achieving financial goals, fostering team development, and expanding our community connections and business networks in the Port Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet Area. If you are a natural business developer with a strong community presence and embody cooperative values, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s the role?

As an Area Manager, you thrive in business and team development. By empowering team members to execute superior sales and service, you’ll effectively lead the team to achieve financial goals and branch targets while exceeding high levels of member satisfaction, employee engagement, increasing community connections, and business networks. The ideal candidate is driven by growth to create opportunities that supports and carries our vision forward of being leaders in building relationships that improve financial health, enrich people’s lives and build healthier communities.

What are we looking for?

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a related discipline (e.g., Commerce and Business Administration) requiring 3-4 years of full-time study or equivalent.
• 7 years of progressive financial and lending experience with lending limits
• 3-5 years’ related experience
• Preferably, a thorough understanding of credit union operations, principles and values.

Ideally, you are a flexible, collaborative team player with:

• Proven business acumen;
• Advanced understanding of annual operating plans and strategically aligned programs and services;
• Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer the appropriate options, solutions and resolutions;
• Proven social networking skills and an ability to connect with individuals inside and outside the organization.

If you’re an approachable problem solver who embraces self-development and life-long learning, you’ll be a great fit with us.

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package including MSP, dental, and extended healthcare
• Employer paid RRSP benefit
• Ongoing support for education and career development

Who are we?

Since first forming in 1946, Coastal Community has grown to become the largest financial services provider based on Vancouver Island. We’re proud of the legacy we’ve built and the things that make us who we are:

• We’re 100% member-owned, with all decisions made locally—right here on Vancouver Island.
• We’re a growing organization with over $4 billion in assets under management. Coastal Community helps improve the financial health of over 100,000 members and clients through our 24 branches, 16 insurance offices, 4 business centres, plus our wide range of online and digital services.
• We believe in making meaningful contributions to the communities we call home. Each year, we give over half a million to community organizations and programs.

At Coastal Community we are dedicated to serving our local community by prioritizing diversity, equality, inclusion, and supporting a sense of belonging for all. We value every individual’s unique experience and perspective. As a result, we empower individuals to achieve their financial goals, enrich lives, and build healthier communities.

Embarking on a journey with Coastal Community means joining an exceptional team, engaging in meaningful work, and enjoying fulfilling experiences along the way. We take pride in offering a comprehensive total rewards package and a workplace culture that’s second to none. This includes a commitment to work/life balance, a substantial extended benefits package, an impressive 11.50% employer-paid RRSP contribution, investments in your education and training, banking perks, and so much more! Join us and be part of a community that values your growth and success!

Career Band Range (Annual Salary) - $81,156.00 to $117,970.00

The posted salary range is designed to reflect a broad career band, encompassing a variety of roles within our organization and serves as a general guideline. Your final compensation will be tailored to your unique skills, experience, and the responsibilities of the role.

If this role resonates with your passion and skills, we would love to hear from you!