Leader, Commercial Solutions

Posted Monday, November 17, 2025 at 9 : 00 AM

At AFSC, we care about each other, about Alberta and about agriculture. PEOPLE ARE OUR FOUNDATION. We want to work with talented people from a wide range of backgrounds. We strive to create a psychologically safe environment where we can all be ourselves and perform to the best of our abilities. CLIENTS ARE OUR FOCUS. The perseverance and hard work we see from our clients inspires us to show that same work ethic in everything that we do. EXCELLENCE IS OUR ASPIRATION. We are innovative, knowledgeable, and diverse and love what Albertan agriculture produces for people around the world. Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta.

Posting will remain open until we find a successful candidate for this role.

Location is flexible, within Alberta, dependent on the successful applicant. However, periodically may be asked to work in other AFSC branches. Travel in these circumstances will be reimbursed according to AFSC’s Employee and Board of Directors Expense Policy.

Leader, Commercial Solutions

Lacombe, AB

(Reporting to the Chief Information & Digital Officer)

Summary of the Role

As Leader, Commercial Solutions, you will sit at the center of AFSC’s digital transformation, leading the modernization of the organization’s client-facing platforms across insurance, lending, AgriStability, and AFSC Connect. You will guide strategic, technical, and operational decisions that ensure AFSC’s systems are reliable, secure, scalable, and designed with the client in mind. This role shapes both technology performance and the front-end client experience, while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration across the enterprise. Ultimately, you will help empower Alberta’s producers by driving the digital foundation that supports their resilience, growth, and long‑term success.

What Will Your Growth Opportunities Look Like in This Role?

Lead one of the most significant digital modernization initiatives in Alberta’s public sector.

Influence the future direction of AFSC’s enterprise‑wide technology and client experience.

Build and mentor a high‑performing team while collaborating with senior leaders across business and technology.

What Will You Be Responsible For?

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for AFSC’s Commercial Solutions portfolio, including Crop, Wildlife, Livestock, Adjusting, AgriStability, Lending, and AFSC Connect.

Translate AFSC’s enterprise digital strategy into actionable plans, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes.

Oversee lifecycle planning, modernization, and integration of key business applications.

Ensure system security, stability, and a seamless digital experience for AFSC clients.

Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and workforce planning with transparency and financial discipline.

Lead and develop a highly collaborative, innovative team grounded in accountability and inclusion.

Foster deep partnership across technology and business units to ensure digital initiatives deliver measurable business value.

What Are We Looking For From You?

A forward‑thinking digital leader who blends strategic foresight with practical execution.

Strong ability to build trust, manage change, and foster inclusive, high‑performing teams.

Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and governance frameworks.

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills across technical and business groups.

A deep understanding of digital platforms in financial services, insurance, CRM, or lending environments.

Experience with Salesforce or nCino is considered an asset.

What Else Is In It for You?

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage) on your first day of employment

Flex credits (choose between Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account, or a Registered Retirement Savings Plan)

Participation in a defined benefit pension plan (PSPP)

Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for hybrid and remote work

Corporate functions

Winter Holiday Closure

Generous vacation and special leave days

Health, wellness, culture, and recognition initiatives

Qualifications

Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Proven experience leading enterprise technology portfolios and cross‑functional teams.

Experience with complex modernization, integration, and lifecycle planning.

Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, vendors, and governance frameworks.

Experience in financial services, insurance, CRM, or lending environments; familiarity with Salesforce or nCino is an asset.

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.

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