Work For Foreigners: Personal Banker Jobs in Canada with Sponsorship – APPLY NOW

Build Trusted Client Relationships and Deliver Financial Solutions in a Community-Focused Credit Union
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Personal Banker
Employer: Lakeland Credit Union
Location: Bonnyville, AB
Wage: $31.50 Per Hour
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full time
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Lakeland Credit Union is hiring a Personal Banker to support members with everyday banking and credit needs while building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and strong financial guidance. In this role, you will open and service accounts, evaluate and process lending applications, complete credit documentation, and recommend practical solutions to help clients reach personal and business financial goals. This position is ideal for someone who is accurate, client-focused, and confident working with lending products such as personal loans and mortgages in a fast-paced financial services environment. If you enjoy helping people make informed financial decisions and you take pride in doing things the right way, this is a strong opportunity to grow your career in a respected, community-based credit union.

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Or equivalent experience

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years of relevant banking, lending, financial services, or customer advisory experience

Work Setting

• Credit union branch environment in Bonnyville, AB
• Member-facing role with a mix of advisory, documentation, and administrative responsibilities

Type of Loan Experience

• Mortgage lending
• Personal lending

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Open new personal and non-personal accounts and support members with account services and updates
• Provide access and guidance for automated banking machine, telephone banking, and online banking services
• Interview applicants for loans and gather required documentation
• Research and evaluate a loan applicant’s financial status, references, credit history, and ability to repay
• Approve or reject applications within authorized limits, or recommend applications for approval or rejection
• Complete credit and loan documentation accurately and ensure files meet internal and regulatory requirements
• Review, maintain, and update credit and loan files to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Submit credit and loan applications to management when required and follow up on outstanding items
• Promote the sale of credit and loan services and identify opportunities to deepen member relationships
• Assist clients by proposing solutions to address financial objectives such as debt management, investment planning, and other financial goals (within role scope and policies)
• Prepare statements on delinquent accounts and support appropriate follow-up processes
• Network to develop business relations, promote the sale of loans, investments, and other banking services, and attract corporate and individual customers
• Maintain confidentiality and protect member information in all interactions and documentation
• Work to meet service standards while maintaining high accuracy under time constraints

Security and Safety Requirements

• Must be bondable
• Credit check required
• Criminal record check required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and member needs
• Tight deadlines and the ability to work under pressure during peak times
• High attention to detail required for lending decisions and documentation accuracy
• Strong organizational skills required to manage files, follow-ups, and compliance tasks

Personal Suitability

• Accurate and detail-oriented with strong documentation habits
• Strong client focus and a service-first approach
• Efficient interpersonal skills and ability to build trust quickly
• Excellent oral communication for interviews, explanations, and advisory conversations
• Excellent written communication for file notes, documentation, and internal submissions
• Strong judgement and integrity when handling confidential information and credit decisions
• Organized, reliable, and able to prioritize competing requests
• Team player who collaborates well with branch staff and management
• Quick learner who adapts to new products, policies, and systems
• Professional, respectful, and consistent in following procedures and compliance requirements

Benefits

• Health benefits including dental plan and health care plan
• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Wellness program

Additional Assets (Preferred)

• Familiarity with credit union or retail banking systems and lending workflows
• Experience cross-selling banking products while maintaining member trust and compliance
• Strong comfort with digital banking tools and educating members on self-serve options

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens
• Permanent residents of Canada
• Temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates eligible for LMIA sponsorship

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website