Client Services

Altis Technology; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology is seeking a customer-focused individual to join our lending team in Northwestern Ontario. You will engage customers by phone and in person, assess financial needs, and guide loan applications from initial discussion to closing.

Strong communication, empathy, and resilience are essential as you build trust, support customers through sensitive financial situations, and contribute to branch sales goals. Training and coaching are provided to help you grow with the team.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales or customer-facing experience is an asset, particularly in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence connecting with people in person and by phone.
• Genuine empathy and patience when supporting customers through stressful financial situations.
• Drive to achieve goals, with resilience when results are not immediate.
• Ability to ask meaningful questions, listen closely, and identify solutions meeting customer needs.
• Coachability and willingness to learn, apply feedback, and improve.

Responsibilities

• You'll build trust with customers, asking thoughtful questions to understand their financial needs and circumstances.
• You'll connect with customers in person and through high-volume outbound calling, including following up on applications.
• You'll guide loan applications from initial conversation through to closing and recommend lending and protection solutions.
• You'll identify additional customer needs and contribute toward sales goals.
• You'll approach sensitive conversations with empathy, confidence, and professionalism.
• You'll stay organized and follow lending policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Relationship-building

Goal-oriented

Active listening

Coachability

Accountability

Integrity

Resilience

Questioning

Job description

Location: Kenora, on-site
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills
Background Check Requirement: Successful criminal background check, credit check, and validation of work experience required

About the Opportunity

If youre a natural communicator who builds trust quickly, brings empathy to difficult conversations, and is motivated to achieve goals, this could be a great opportunity to build your career in financial services. Previous lending experience is an asset, but it isnt what matters most. This consumer financial services organization is looking for people with the personality, drive, and communication skills to connect with customers and make a positive impact.

Youll work closely with customers by phone and in person, helping them navigate financial needs and identify appropriate solutions. Youll join a supportive branch team where coaching is part of the culture and motivated employees can build their skills and grow into more senior opportunities over time.

Whats In It for You

Bring your customer service or sales experience and learn the lending side of the business through hands-on coaching and support. This is an opportunity to enter financial services without needing a traditional banking background, while developing valuable sales, lending, and relationship-building skills in a workplace that recognizes initiative, resilience, and growth.

Your Responsibilities

• Youll build trust with customers, asking thoughtful questions to understand their financial needs and circumstances.
• Youll connect with customers in person and through high-volume outbound calling, including following up on applications and previous inquiries.
• Youll guide loan applications from initial conversation through to closing and recommend suitable lending and optional protection solutions.
• Youll identify additional customer needs and contribute toward individual and branch sales goals.
• Youll approach sensitive conversations, including missed payments and financial hardship, with empathy, confidence, and professionalism.
• Youll stay organized and accountable for follow-ups while consistently following lending policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales or customer-facing experience is an asset, particularly in retail, hospitality, telecom, automotive, insurance, fitness, contact centres, or other fast-paced environments. Previous lending experience is not required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence connecting with people over the phone and in person.
• Genuine empathy and patience, especially when supporting customers through stressful or sensitive financial situations.
• Drive and motivation to achieve goals, paired with resilience when results do not come immediately.
• A natural ability to ask meaningful questions, listen closely, and identify solutions that meet customer needs.
• Coachability and a willingness to learn, apply feedback, and continually improve.
• Strong judgment, accountability, integrity, and the ability to balance customer needs with policies and business requirements.

Note from the Hiring Manager

We can teach you the lending side of the role. Whats most important to us is who you are with customers. Were looking for someone who communicates naturally, leads with empathy, stays motivated by goals, and is eager to learn and grow.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.