Stockport Credit Union seeks Treasurer after Non-Executive Director Award win

Stockport Credit Union has begun the search for a new Treasurer, after the Chair of their Audit Committee was announced winner of Director of the Year in the Non-Executive category at the Institute of Directors 2020 Awards ceremony for the North-west and Isle of Man region.

James McMillan (pictured), was announced as the winner of the prestigious prize during a virtual ceremony. James joined Stockport Credit Union in January 2019 as Chair of the Audit Committee. This is James’ first Non-Executive Director role. He is a Chartered Accountant with more than 20 years’ experience in business

Mark Bates, Chairman of Stockport Credit Union said:

The Board are delighted with James’ deserved success. His commitment since he joined us has been immense and we have greatly benefited from his drive, passion, and skills.

“SCU is going through an exciting period, with growth and change happening. We are now seeking to further strengthen our Board and broader team through the recruitment of new staff, volunteers, and Board members. Our most immediate recruit will be a Treasurer and we welcome applicants who want to play an important role in their local community, whilst being part of an ambitious and growing team”

 James McMillan, who will now be entered into the UK finals of the awards, said:

I’m honoured to have received this external recognition as a testament not just to my personal contribution, but to the hard work and success of the staff, Board and volunteers of Stockport Credit Union, who work tirelessly to build financial inclusion for the benefit of the whole Stockport community.”

Presenting the accolade by video during the virtual ceremony, Jonathan Lowe from award sponsor RSM, commented:

The winner stood out as an individual that showcases a commitment and passion for embedding excellence within their organisation. They demonstrate clear industry insight, best practice mindset, and strong commercial edge for such a young age.”

Stockport Credit Union is a community-based savings and lending institution. It is member owned and is part of the worldwide co-operative movement. Profits made on lending activities are invested back into the business, to the benefits of its members.

Credit Unions have a long-established tradition of working within marginalised communities but are also able to provide competitive loans to a broad cross-section of society. In recent times they have developed innovative products and services, which include working with businesses in their local area to provide payroll solutions.