Member Solutions Advisor

We are currently seeking a Member Solutions Advisor to join our team.

The Member Solutions Advisor is based in the member advice centre and provides exceptional customer service to current and potential members by offering a range of deposit and personal lending services. The Member Solutions Advisor identifies member life stage cycle and provides solutions to financial needs, and/or refers member to an appropriate advisor. The role also acts as the front line to inbound calls and emails.

Here's what would be included as a part of your typical day

• Member Service: Builds strong relationships with current and potential members; identifies member life stage cycle and provides financial advice to members or refers to appropriate advisor; works in partnership with the branch network in providing back up support for inbound calls.

• Member Transactions: Processes a full range of member transactions including, but not limited to: opening personal or business accounts, debit/credit cards, deposits, overdraft protection, lines of credit, personal and/or investment loans (within assigned limits), and related insurance products.

• Goals: Supports achievement of annual team and individual goals and objectives through proactive promotion of FW products and services, participation in campaigns, and actively seeking potential cross-sell and/or referral opportunities during interaction with members or potential members. Achieves established annual sales and referral targets.

• Support: Performs a variety of administrative duties which may include, but not limited to: administration of estates, completion of loan applications, conducting credit investigations, assisting with loan interviews, and follow-up phone calls to members, as required.

• Technical Support: Acts as multi-divisional support to technical support calls/emails, as required.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• College Trade or Tech School Diploma (2 years) in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must complete the internal First West certification program specific to this role within the required timeframe
• 2 years of retail banking experience in a sales/service-focused position, or equivalent required
• Financial services, call centre, or customer support over the phone experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to identify needs and recommend products and services to members
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and solve problems using common sense and sound judgment
• Proven ability to plan, organize and prioritize workload
• Proficient in computer software programs e.g. Microsoft Office
• Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

What's in it for you:

First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You'll have:

• Mental health coverage and resources
• Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
• Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
• Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle

We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual's skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.

We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we're powered by giving back—in big ways and through small gestures. That's why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.

By joining our team, you'll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we're here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.

Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity

Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

At First West Credit Union, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.

We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it's preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.

Your individuality is welcome here.

About Us

We're a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit for more information on First West Credit Union.

Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.