Managing Director - Yes Capital Atlantic

Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting; Prince Edward Island; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Prince Edward Island is seeking a Managing Director to provide strategic direction and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in senior management. Key responsibilities include leading a talented team, driving organizational growth, and engaging with community partners while ensuring alignment with organizational values. This role offers an opportunity to have a significant impact on the firm's success and community engagement.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of relevant experience in financial services.
• At least 5 years in senior management roles.
• Experience with a board of directors in a commercial enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction.
• Drive operational excellence and team development.
• Engage community partners and enhance financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Direction

Financial Acumen

Risk Management

Relationship Building

Team Development

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or finance

Graduate degree in a related discipline

Job description

Yes Capital Inc. (YCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of East Coast Credit Union (ECCU), is a mortgage and investment firm based in Atlantic Canada that provides flexible capital solutions that benefit individuals, investors, and promote regional economic growth. YCI is deeply committed to client service, regional expertise, and a pragmatic, relationship-driven approach. YCI is known for their approach to navigating complex deals that require sound judgment, flexibility, and personalized attention, combining disciplined underwriting with strong service ethics and a “common sense lending” philosophy. With a hybrid model that blends entrepreneurial agility and the broader mandate of a credit union, YCI delivers tailored financial solutions and strategic guidance, backed by a team that takes pride in going above and beyond to support Atlantic Canadians.

The Managing Director (MD) provides visionary leadership to advance the company’s mission by delivering strategic direction, operational excellence, and team development. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the MD is accountable for the overall success and growth of Yes Capital Inc. that is aligned with the parent organization, East Coast Credit Union (ECCU), and regional partners. The MD fosters a unified, high-performing organizational culture, and inspires a talented team to deliver strong financial performance. They are responsible for aligning internal operations with regional goals and advancing the organization’s mission through innovation, collaboration, and excellent client service. Working collaboratively with the Board and ECCU leadership, the MD is responsible for translating strategy into results through robust operational plans, sound financial and risk management, and effective community partner engagement. A values-based leader, the MD plays a critical role in driving both social and economic impact, ensuring alignment with East Coast Credit Union’s ESG and social responsibility values framework.

The ideal candidate has more than 10 years of relevant experience with at least five years in senior management leading strategy execution, organizational change, and strong team performance. They will demonstrate a track record of embracing and leading growth and organizational maturity, ideally in the financial services sector with expertise in commercial and retail lending, where equal parts relationship building and business development complement robust regulatory compliance, risk management, and credit recovery systems and processes. The Managing Director has an undergraduate degree in a related field (i.e. business, finance) preferably with a graduate degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Experience working with a board of directors in a commercial enterprise is an asset. A growth-oriented, collaborative, and community-minded leader, they possess strong strategic and financial acumen and have a proven track record of cultivating effective partnerships and high-performance culture.

Royer Thompson is committed to presenting a diverse and inclusive roster of candidates to our clients. We welcome and encourage applications from the following underrepresented groups: Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity. If you are a member of one of these underrepresented groups, we invite you to self-identify on your cover letter or resume.

Yes Capital Inc. will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the application, interviewing or selection process, please contact Erica Pirnie at [e-mail] .

Please submit a combined resume and cover letter online by clicking “Apply.” For further information about this opportunity, please contact Greg Dickie in confidence at [e-mail] or Erica Pirnie at [e-mail] .

Royer Thompson is a Canadian executive advisory firm focused on capturing the full potential of people in pursuit of leadership and organizational excellence.