Vice President, Product Innovation

Location Alberta (flexible within the province, dependent on the successful applicant).

Growth opportunities

Organizational and team leadership, industry and stakeholder relationship management, expanding knowledge across AFSC, and digital‑first leadership as we support our team members and clients across Alberta.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop high‑performing, engaged teams through effective coaching, collaboration, and accountability.

Drive strong cross‑functional communication and partnership to improve products, business processes, and client experience.

Manage and report on business performance, holding leaders accountable for results and taking corrective action to achieve short‑ and long‑term objectives.

Provide strategic leadership for analytics, actuarial, and quantitative functions, including forecasting, budgeting, loss modelling, and reinsurance strategy.

Develop, analyse, and oversee annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility, cost management, and alignment with corporate policies.

Provide strategic ownership and oversight of BRM and Lending products, ensuring effective implementation, risk controls, and ongoing product enhancements.

Lead product innovation initiatives aligned with the corporate strategic plan to address evolving client needs and operational improvements.

Establish and advance a business intelligence strategy, ensuring data‑driven decision‑making across the organization.

Represent and articulate Alberta’s policy positions through external working groups and maintain strong relationships with provincial and federal partners.

Develop and implement corporate policies and standards using a value‑based risk‑management approach to support flexible delivery models.

Qualifications

Post‑secondary education with a related degree and a minimum of 12 years related experience, including 5 years in a leadership capacity.

Master’s degree desirable but not required.

What else is in it for you?

Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and fully remote options.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day.

Annual health spending account.

A Winter Holiday closure to recharge and reset.

Participation in the MEPP pension plan.

Generous vacation entitlements and special leave days.

Access to health and wellness programmes to support your overall well‑being.

About AFSC For over 80 years Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has provided Alberta’s agricultural producers and agribusinesses with loans, crop insurance and farm income disaster assistance. At AFSC, we’re proud of the work we do to help build a strong, growing and diversified agriculture and agri‑food industry in Alberta. Many AFSC team members are also producers and know first‑hand the challenges and rewards Alberta producers face.

Posting will close April 23, 2026.

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