Senior Advisor, Risk management

As a Senior Advisor in Risk Management at Desjardins, your main responsibilities include advising clients and partners on strategic projects, developing and updating policies and standards, diagnosing major issues, and making recommendations to decision-making bodies. You'll also lead complex and innovative development projects that require comprehensive analysis and a deep understanding of the organization’s operations.

The Senior Advisor, Risk Management position at Desjardins requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of six years of relevant experience. Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered, and knowledge of French is required for effective communication in this role. Your experience in strategic planning and risk management will also be critical.

In the role of Senior Advisor, Risk Management at Desjardins, you will be leading innovative development projects and strategic initiatives that are often complex and require a solid foundation in risk management. These projects focus on assessing risks, recommending implementation strategies, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the organization’s risk management practices.

Desjardins promotes a work-life balance by offering flexible vacation options, starting at four weeks in your first year, along with a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, including group insurance and reimbursement for wellness expenses. This flexible environment allows you to excel in your role as Senior Advisor, Risk Management while also enjoying personal time.

At Desjardins, the workplace culture is centered on equity, diversity, and inclusion. As a Senior Advisor in Risk Management, you will be part of a team that values and respects differences, fostering a collaborative and positive environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Being inclusive and supportive, Desjardins ensures that all employees can thrive in their roles.

In your response, detail specific strategies you’ve developed or implemented, using metrics and examples of successful outcomes. Highlight your analytical skills and how they helped in understanding and mitigating risks that your previous organizations faced.

Demonstrate your strategic mindset by explaining your process for prioritization, including using frameworks such as the Eisenhower Matrix or managing by deadlines. Emphasize your organizational skills and any tools you utilize to keep projects on track.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining open lines of communication, including regular updates, feedback sessions, and leveraging collaboration tools. Share examples of successful stakeholder engagement that led to project advancements.

Emphasize your analytical abilities by explaining how you gather, interpret, and apply data in decision-making scenarios. Talk about specific instances where your analysis resulted in impactful decisions, particularly related to risk management.

Share a concrete example of a project that had significant challenges, detailing how you approached these issues, the stakeholders involved, and the ultimate outcome. Highlight any innovative solutions you implemented.

Discuss various resources you use, such as industry publications, professional associations, or courses that help you stay current. Mention any relevant certifications or ongoing education that contribute to your expertise in risk management.

Explain your methodology for issue diagnosis, which could include root cause analysis, stakeholder interviews, or benchmarking against industry standards. Provide examples of how this approach led to actionable solutions.

Detail your approach to preparation and strategy for negotiations, emphasizing the importance of understanding both your organization's position and the partner's interests. Include examples where your negotiation skills yielded favorable results.

Discuss your experience in policy development, emphasizing your approach to research, stakeholder input, and alignment with organizational goals. Provide examples of past policies you have successfully updated or created.

Talk about the importance of trust and transparency in building relationships. Share examples of how you have successfully engaged clients or partners in past roles, leading to beneficial collaborations.