Posted: 25 June
Offer description
Strategic Leadership Position
We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization into its next phase of growth and development.
About the Role:
The CEO will report directly to the Board of Directors and be responsible for proposing strategy and implementing the strategic plan, delivering value and excellence in service to members, appointing and leading the Management Team and Staff, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, managing risk, overseeing daily operations, and driving the Credit Union's continued and future success and growth.
* Lead by example, fostering a culture of professionalism, honesty, accountability, growth, and service excellence across the organization.
* Prepare and propose strategies for the strategic plan that support member value, credit union sustainability, and long-term success.
* Translate the Credit Union's strategic objectives into clear operational and financial plans that guide daily work.
* Enhance the member experience, ensuring members see real benefits through better services, financial returns, and easier access through digital and face-to-face channels.
* Lead and develop a high-performing management team and staff, promoting service, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
* Oversight recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce.
* Lead and manage major commercial, regulatory, and organizational changes, ensuring that changes are well planned and communicated, effectively implemented, and that they deliver real improvements.
* Monitor and report on the Credit Union's performance against key targets and KPIs to ensure goals are achieved.
* Maintain and develop strong governance, ICT, risk management, and internal control systems to protect members' funds and ensure operational resilience.
* Lead financial planning and management, including preparing budgets, financial forecasts, and overseeing prudent management of loans, investments, liquidity, and arrears.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have:
* A minimum of 10 years' experience working within a credit union or other regulated financial institution, 5 years of which are at senior management level.
* A third-level business degree or equivalent professional qualification.
* A Qualified Financial Adviser (Q.F.A.) designation.
* Proven leadership in managing diverse teams and driving change.
* Demonstrable evidence of commercial and financial management success.
* Strong knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, operational resilience, and financial management.
Benefits:
This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's success and growth. The ideal candidate will be rewarded with a competitive package and opportunities for professional development.
Others:
Please note that this position is a Pre-Approval Controlled Function (PCF) role and is subject to the Central Bank of Ireland's Fitness & Probity standards.
