At AFSC, we are rooted in people and agriculture, and we believe meaningful work happens when individuals feel valued, supported, and connected to a greater purpose. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and lead what’s next, whether they’re in the field or at a desk. We attract people who care deeply about making an impact on their teams, communities, and the future of agriculture in Alberta, working hard to keep them inspired so they stay.

Posting will close July 29, 2026.

This position is required to work in the La Crete branch office. However, periodically may be asked to work in other AFSC branches. Travel in these circumstances will be reimbursed according to AFSC’s Employee and Board of Directors Expense Policy. Reporting to the regional Team Lead Lending, the Lending Associate is responsible for supporting the lending team with all lending administrative responsibilities. This includes the collection of client information, the preparation of loan submissions and documents and ongoing portfolio administration. With a dedicated focus on lending, incumbents will strengthen their lending acumen and develop a deep understanding of client needs. What will your growth opportunities look like in this role? As a Lending Associate you will have the opportunity to support the lending process from application to payout. Working with a group of lenders you will contribute toward the achievement of established lending targets. In this role you will work with lenders and clients with a focus on creating a seamless and efficient client experiences. A Lending Associate will be immersed in the entire lending process which provides opportunity to advance into a Relationship Manager Lending Role. What will you be responsible for? As a Lending Associate you will be responsible for supporting a group of lenders with loan administration from basic to moderately complex functions i.e. payout requests, collection of financial statement information, client queries. You will also contribute to a positive client experience by engaging with clients on a proactive basis regarding loan program questions, administration follow up and regular check ins. In this role you will also look for ways to improve the lending process and will work with cross functional teams to optimize lending tasks. You will also support the team in the coordination and planning of workflows across the lending group by collaborating with the CSR team, loan compliance and processing and verification. What are we looking for from you? To be successful in this role you will need a high level of lending acumen. You should have an in depth understanding of the lending process and be adept with current systems and processes. Given you will be working with multiple lenders, clients and competing priorities, you will need excellent planning and organizational skills. As a Lending Associate you will need to be committed to providing an excellent client experience by providing in depth, accurate, timely answers.

Qualifications

College Diploma with 3 years of related experience OR University Degree with 1 years of related experience Strong client care and administration background with a lending focus. Candidates may be considered based on a combination of education and experience. What else is in it for you?

Health, dental, and vision benefits on your first day of employment

Health Spending Account Corporate functions Winter Holiday closure PSPP contributions Generous vacation and special leave days Health and wellness initiatives About AFSC Here you can expect a workplace where people matter, your work has real impact, and you’re supported to grow and succeed. For more than 85 years, we’ve helped strengthen Alberta’s agriculture sector through lending, insurance, and income stabilization programs and we’re proud to continue that legacy with a team that believes in meaningful, purpose-driven work. People are our Foundation. We want to work with talented people from a wide range of backgrounds. We strive to create a psychologically safe environment where we can all be ourselves and perform to the best of our abilities. Clients are our Focus. The perseverance and hard work we see from our clients inspires us to show that same work ethic in everything that we do. Excellence is our Aspiration. We are innovative, knowledgeable, and diverse and love what Albertan agriculture produces for people around the world. Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta.If you’re looking to grow what matters - your career, your community, and the future of agriculture - we’d be excited to have you join us.

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