Operations Manager

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  • Waterford
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Operations Manager
Multi-site (5 Branch Network + Centre of Excellence)
Reporting to: Head of OperationsAbout the Role
Matrix Recruitment are partnering with Journi Credit Union to appoint an Operations Manager to help drive enhancement and growth across the Operations function. Reporting into the Head of Operations, this role carries enterprise-wide responsibility for operational performance across:
  • Five-branch network
  • A designated large branch
  • Centre of Excellence (calls, onboarding, payments, digital servicing)
  • Online/App and phone member service channels
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering the Credit Union's Strategic Plan through operational excellence, strong governance, digital enablement, and a member-first culture.1. Strategic & Executive Contribution
  • Support delivery of the Strategic Plan within the Credit Union Act and Central Bank framework.
  • Translate Board-approved objectives into operational plans.
  • Contribute to Executive decision-making as a senior operational leader.
2. Credit Union Operational Leadership
  • Oversee operational performance across all member-facing services including branches, digital platforms, phone services and the Centre of Excellence.
  • Standardise processes while maintaining strong local member engagement.
  • Ensure appropriate financial controls, segregation of duties and cash management.
  • Maintain regulatory alignment and strong operational governance.
3. Branch Network Oversight
  • Provide leadership and performance oversight across the five-branch network.
  • Directly oversee governance and performance of a designated large branch.
  • Ensure compliance with AML/CFT, Consumer Protection Code, Data Protection and internal policies
4. Centre of Excellence (CoE) & Member Services The CoE manages calls, digital communications, onboarding and KYC/AML verification, payments processing (SEPA, EFTs, standing orders, direct debits, transfers), MPCAS servicing and Online/App support.
  • Ensure compliant onboarding aligned with AML/CFT legislation and Central Bank guidance.
  • Oversee accurate and timely payments processing and monitor SLAs, turnaround times and service quality metrics.
  • Drive first-contact resolution, member satisfaction and digitally enabled service delivery.
5. MPCAS & Product Oversight
  • Ensure compliant operational management of MPCAS.
  • Oversee operational processes and maintain operational readiness for product enhancements and manage associated operational risk.
6. Regulatory Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure compliance with the Credit Union Act, Central Bank regulations, AML/CFT and Consumer Protection requirements.
  • Act as first line of defence for operational risk.
  • Liaise with Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit and regulators.
  • Ensure timely remediation of audit findings and support Board and Committee reporting.
7. Technology, Systems & Reporting
  • Oversee operational effectiveness of systems and digital platforms, consistently driving improvements.
  • Work with outsourced IT providers to ensure resilience, data security and business continuity.
  • Develop and monitor operational MI and KPIs across operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
  • Provide structured reporting to the Head of Operations and Executive Team.
8. People & Culture
  • Lead operational and member services teams across branches and the CoE and set clear performance objectives.
  • Foster a member-first culture and support succession planning and development.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
  • 5 years+ experience within an Irish credit union.
  • Leadership experience in a regulated credit union environment.
  • Strong knowledge of the Credit Union Act and Central Bank regulatory framework.
  • Experience managing AML/CFT, onboarding and payments processes.
  • Experience leading multi-branch operations and/or centralised member service teams.
  • Understanding of credit union governance structures (Board, Supervisory Committee, Risk Committee).
  • Knowledge of MPCAS and current account servicing requirements.
  • Strong regulatory and risk awareness
  • Strong stakeholder management experience
  • Leadership skills and people development skills
  • Proven experience driven process improvements and enhancements
  • Flexibility to work 5 days per week (35hours) across Monday-Saturday
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