VP, Business Services & Growth Strategy

Credit Union 1 Alaska; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (PPO/HSA)

Dental & Vision

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Onsite early learning center access

Education assistance

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Credit Union 1 in Alaska seeks a VP of Business Services to design and drive the small business program, aligning initiatives with the credit union’s mission. You will lead cross‑functional teams to develop deposits, lending, treasury and cash management solutions, while expanding into rural markets and building partnerships.

As a senior leader, you will work with the Chief Lending Officer and executives to analyze markets, set KPIs, and report performance to the board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of ten years in small business or commercial banking with demonstrated success in business product development and strategy.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in Member Business Lending (MBL) underwriting and portfolio management.
• At least five years in a supervisory or strategic leadership role.
• Proven ability to create, implement, and scale business product lines from concept to launch.
• Strong understanding of financial products and services for business members, including loans, treasury and cash management.
• Deep knowledge of the Alaska market and an appreciation for the economic and geographic diversity of its communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and inspire cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Must meet compliance standards for MBL, BSA, AML, and OFAC.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop CU1’s business services roadmap aligned with the mission and vision.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive portfolio of business deposit and lending products and services.
• Expand into smaller and rural markets with scalable tools and services.
• Lead ongoing market analysis to identify product gaps and trends.
• Partner with Retail, Digital Services, Operations, Marketing, and IT for seamless implementation.
• Guide the business development and sales functions with a focus on acquisition and portfolio growth.
• Develop and maintain relationships with members, partners, community leaders, and vendors.
• Build treasury management capabilities to meet the needs of business members.
• Identify and foster strategic partnerships with fintechs and vendors.
• Prepare reports and strategic updates for leadership and board.
• Lead budgeting and resource allocation for business services.
• Direct and develop the Director of Small Business Lending and provide leadership to the team.
• Represent CU1 in the community and at industry events.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

MBA or similar advanced degree preferred

Job description

Credit Union 1 in Alaska seeks a VP of Business Services to design and drive the small business program, aligning initiatives with the credit union’s mission. You will lead cross‑functional teams to develop deposits, lending, treasury and cash management solutions, while expanding into rural markets and building partnerships.

As a senior leader, you will work with the Chief Lending Officer and executives to analyze markets, set KPIs, and report performance to the board.