Executive Director

David Aplin Recruiting; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial automotive repair industry association is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead operations in Saskatchewan. This remote role requires significant experience in the automotive repair sector, strong relationship-building skills, and advocacy. Key responsibilities include representing member interests, growing membership, and producing communications. The successful candidate will work independently and connect with stakeholders across the industry, making a meaningful impact in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the automotive repair industry.
• Demonstrated experience working with insurance companies or claims environments.
• Experience in an association, non-profit, or membership-based organization is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison with automotive repairers and insurers.
• Drive member recruitment and retention by articulating the Association’s value.
• Produce a weekly industry newsletter and support digital communications.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

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Provincial Automotive Repair Industry Association

Location: Saskatchewan (Remote; preference for Regina or Saskatoon)

Eligibility: Must reside in Saskatchewan

The Opportunity

Our client, a provincial automotive repair industry association, is seeking an experienced and relationship-focused Executive Director to lead operations, represent member interests, and strengthen collaboration across the automotive repair and insurance landscape in Saskatchewan.

This role is ideally suited to a professional with direct experience in the automotive repair sector and a strong understanding of insurance-driven repair environments, including working with provincial insurers such as SGI. The successful candidate will act as a trusted industry ambassador, advocate, and connector between repairers, insurers, suppliers, regulators, and the Board. This is a full-time, remote role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a highly interconnected and regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

Industry Relations & Advocacy

• Serve as the primary liaison with automotive repairers, insurers, suppliers, and regulators
• Represent the Association in industry forums, working groups, and stakeholder discussions
• Monitor industry, regulatory, and insurance-related developments and advise the Board accordingly

Membership Growth & Partnerships

• Drive member recruitment and retention by clearly articulating the Association’s value
• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurers, suppliers, and strategic partners
• Secure sponsorships and partner support for events and initiatives

Communications & Engagement

• Produce a weekly industry newsletter and support digital communications
• Ensure consistent, professional messaging aligned with member and industry priorities

Board, Committees & Governance

• Coordinate quarterly Board meetings and provide ongoing operational support
• Attend and support Technical Subcommittee and Adjuster Working Group meetings
• Ensure clear communication between the Board, committees, and external stakeholders

Events & Programming

• Plan and support annual Spring and Fall Conferences
• Collaborate with partners on relevant education and networking opportunities

Administration & Reporting

• Support budgeting, year-end reporting, and record management
• Maintain organized systems to ensure continuity and transparency

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience within the automotive repair industry (repair operations, supplier, insurer, or industry association)
• Demonstrated experience working with insurance companies or claims environments, including provincial insurers such as SGI
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in an association, non-profit, or membership-based organization is an asset
• Comfortable operating independently in a remote environment
• Willingness to travel within Saskatchewan

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