VP, Enterprise Strategy-(Hybrid)

Central 1 cooperatively empowers credit unions and other financial institutions to deliver banking choice to Canadians. Central 1 provides critical services at scale to enable a thriving credit union system. We do this by collaborating with our clients developing strategies products and services to support the financial well-being of their more than 5 million diverse customers in communities across Canada. For more information visit .

What we offer:

• Work-life flexibility

• Hybrid workenvironment

• Variable annual incentive plan

• Generous annual vacation allotment

• Top-notch flexible benefits planincluding family building and gender affirmation

• Retirement Plan matched contributions at 6%

• Access toa learning platform and educational assistancesupport

• Access to a virtual wellness platform

• Career development opportunities

• Wellness Flex Fund to support personal interest and activities

• Day off to volunteer in your community andother paid time off options

• Corporate discounts

*subject to employment agreement

Job Summary:

Central 1 is looking for a strategic enterprise-minded leader to serve asVPEnterprise Strategy. Reporting to the Chief Client Strategy and People Officer this role is a key partner to the CEO Executive Leadership Team senior leaders and Board of Directors in shaping and advancing Central 1s corporate strategy.

In this high-impact role you will help define Central 1s long-term strategicpositioningwithin the broader financial services landscape. You will bring together market insights client needs financial performance risk considerations and operational realities to guide clear strategic choices and help the organization align around where to focus how to grow and how to deliver value over time.

This is an opportunity to act as a trusted strategic advisor enterprise connector and senior facilitator translating complex business questions into actionable decisions compelling narratives and aligned execution across the organization.

Whatyoull be doing:

• Shape and steward Central 1s medium- to long-term enterprise strategy ensuring alignment with our purpose growth ambitions financial goals priorities and risk appetite.

• Lead structured problem-solving oncomplex and ambiguous strategic questions including growth opportunities strategic trade-offs market positioning and enterprise priorities.

• Partner closely with the CEO Executive Leadership Team and senior leaders to bring strategic clarity analytical rigor synthesis and constructivechallengeto key discussions.

• Monitor and interpret external market trends client needs competitive dynamics regulatory developments and financial services industry shifts to assess implications for Central 1.

• Develop clear high-impact materials for Executive Leadership Team meetings Board discussions governance forums and strategy offsites.

• Help the Executive Leadership Team focus time and attention on the most important enterprise-level issues with a lens on long-term success.

• Support strategic decision-making by framing issues synthesizing perspectives tracking commitments and helping sustain momentum on priority initiatives.

• Plan andfacilitateexecutive strategy sessions leadership forums and offsites focused on enterprise direction performance and strategic alignment.

• Provide strategic advisory support to the CEO CCSPO and Executive Leadership Team on enterprise priorities strategic narratives governance matters and key internal or external engagements.

• Act as a connective hub across business lines and enabling functions bringing together insights from client finance risk technology operations people legal governance communications and marketing teams.

• Collaborate with Finance to connect strategy with multi-year financial planning investment priorities resource allocation portfolio management and performance metrics.

• Partnerwith Risk Management to ensure strategic plans and growth initiatives are aligned with risk assessments scenario planning and the organizations risk appetite.

• Work with Communications & Marketing and People & Culture to shape a clear and cohesive organizational narrative that connects strategy to purpose priorities and change.

• Partner with Legal and Governance teams to prepare Board and Committee materials that translate complex strategic financial and operational issues into clear decisions and recommendations.

• Lead and support senior leadership forums including operational planning Quarterly Business Reviews enterprise policy alignment and strategic execution touchpoints.

• Help enable change adoption by supporting clear communication leadership alignment and reinforcement of enterprise priorities across the organization.
  

Whatyoull have:

• A bachelors degree in business ora relateddiscipline.

• 15 years of progressive experience in corporate strategy management consulting executive-level business management or a related strategic leadership role.

• Demonstrated experience leading or shaping a strategy function within a complex multi-stakeholder environment.

• Strong knowledge of the financial services industry ideally including experience with payments and/or treasury functions.

• Exceptional executive communication skills with the ability to distill complex analysis into clear compelling narratives for senior executives Boards and other key stakeholders.

• Strong business acumen and systems thinking with the ability to connect strategy finance risk operations client needs and organizational priorities.

• Proven ability to influence without direct authority build alignment across senior stakeholders andconstructivelychallenge assumptions.

• Sound judgment diplomacy and the ability to navigate institutional dynamics in a complex organization.

• Comfortoperatingin ambiguity balancing long-term strategic thinking with practical execution in a fast-changing environment.

• A track recordof building trusted relationships with senior leaders and helping teams make high-quality strategic decisions.

• Experience working directly with Boards and a strong understanding of corporate governance practices.

• Experience supporting enterprise transformation change leadership or cultural shifts.

• Experience translating strategy into operating models capabilities processes incentives and day-to-day decision-making practices.

• An anticipatory mindset with the ability toidentifyemerging strategic questions risks opportunities and decision points before they become urgent.

• Credibility as a trusted advisor during periods of complexity uncertainty growth or transition.

Nice to Have

• MBA and/or relevant professional designation.
  

Salaryrange:$175000- $215000 variable pay incentive 29% to 43.5%

The salaryrepresentsthe job rate determinedforthe successful candidate who is fully competent in the role. The actual salary will vary depending on market conditions and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education/training.

#LI-Hybrid

Central 1 does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to screen assess or select applicants during our recruitment process. This job posting is for an existing specific vacancy within our organization. All applications will be considered exclusively for the position described in this posting.

Central 1 is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building an inclusive workforce by creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong and has the opportunity to be successful. We welcome all applicants to join our diverse workforce and we will provide an accessible candidate experience including but not limited to accommodations to interview sites and alternate formats upon request to our Recruitment team.

Required Experience:

Exec

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 175000 - 215000