Senior Manager - Banking Technology - Credit Unions

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The opportunity

EY's Banking Technology practice is seeking a highly experienced and client-focused Senior Manager to join our Credit Union team. In this leadership role, you will help Credit Union clients navigate complex business and technology transformations, modernize their technology ecosystems, and deliver strategic initiatives that drive growth, efficiency, and innovation.

As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee the delivery of large-scale transformation programs, and contribute to the continued growth of EY's Credit Union practice. You will work across technology strategy, digital transformation, core banking modernization, cloud adoption, data and analytics, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies to help clients address their most critical business challenges.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned consulting professional who combines strong banking industry knowledge with technology leadership, client relationship management, and business development experience.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex banking technology and transformation engagements for Credit Union clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive and senior leadership teams, helping clients define technology strategies and transformation roadmaps.
• Manage and grow client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand EY's service offerings within the Credit Union sector.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across business, technology, architecture, data, and delivery functions.
• Oversee large-scale initiatives including core banking modernization, digital transformation, cloud migration, data modernization, cybersecurity, and systems integration.
• Provide executive-level guidance on technology trends, industry best practices, and emerging opportunities within the banking sector.
• Drive program governance, risk management, stakeholder alignment, and successful delivery outcomes.
• Support business development activities including proposals, pursuits, account planning, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and market presence of EY's Banking Technology and Credit Union practice.

Skills and attributes for success

• Agile, growth-oriented mindsets. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.

• Great communicators. Communication is key — we strive to bring our best interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, whether we’re writing an e-mail, building a proposal, or cutting code.

• Curiosity and purpose. You see opportunities instead of challenges. You ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.

• Integrity and inclusivity. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in banking technology, technology consulting, digital transformation, or financial services technology.
• Experience leading large-scale technology implementations, transformation programs, or modernization initiatives within financial institutions.
• Strong understanding of banking technology platforms, digital banking, core banking systems, payments, lending, data, cloud, and integration technologies.
• Demonstrated success managing executive stakeholders and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience managing engagement economics, project delivery, and client relationships.
• Experience supporting business development activities, including proposal development and client pursuits.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian financial services industry, with Credit Union sector experience considered a strong asset.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working directly with Credit Unions or other financial institutions.
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master's) or relevant certifications such as PMP, TOGAF, SAFe, Azure, AWS, or equivalent.
• Experience leading cloud, digital, data, cybersecurity, or core banking transformation initiatives.
• Track record of successfully developing teams and mentoring emerging leaders.
• Established industry network within the Canadian financial services or Credit Union sector.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies including AI, automation, analytics, and digital platforms.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Toronto: $148,000 to $200,000

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Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity

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