Job Title: Corporate Governance & Administrative Secretary
- Pay: $70,000–$90,000 a year
- Type: Full-Time
- Location: Hybrid (Etobicoke, ON)
Are you looking to make a difference in a dynamic, community-based financial institution with a strong commitment to its members?
Parama Credit Union offers a complete range of modern financial products and services, accompanied by exceptional personalized service, no-fee everyday banking, and highly competitive interest rates. Enabled by a lean organizational structure, Parama benefits from high levels of profitability and exceptional growth.
The Corporate Governance & Administrative Secretary will help strengthen and maintain Parama’s governance framework. This role can be tailored to the strengths of the successful candidate—whether you bring a legal background and the ability to serve as internal counsel, and/or deep administrative expertise with strong regulatory and information-management capabilities.
Key expectations include the ability to navigate a demanding regulatory framework, an in-depth understanding of board and organizational governance processes, and the ability to identify opportunities to enhance information flows and strengthen policy frameworks. Success in this role requires adaptability, sound judgment, and a team-first mindset, as your efforts will influence processes across the credit union.
Salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities.
Job Specifics:
- This is a hybrid position, with on-site requirements determined after hire.
- Primarily a standard business-hours role (9–5) with occasional flexibility for board meetings or governance-related events.
- Opportunity to tailor responsibilities based on candidate strengths—legal counsel, governance, or administrative expertise.
- Role involves both administrative execution and strategic governance.
Responsibilities:
- Support and strengthen Parama’s corporate governance framework.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain board and committee documentation, including agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance policies.
- Coordinate board meetings and annual general meetings, including logistics and documentation.
- Manage confidential information and maintain accurate records.
- Assist in policy development and review processes.
- Serve as liaison between board members, senior management, and external stakeholders.
- Perform other governance and administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Post-secondary education in law, business administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, or legal administration.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
- Knowledge of credit union or financial services sector is an asset.
- Adaptability and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
