Account Manager – Business

Desjardins

. Help set sales objectives and develop action plans based on the business plan .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen with the ability to develop action plans, build client relationships, and drive business development objectives. Proficient in analyzing client needs and creating tailored solutions while maintaining a customer-focused approach.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Objectives DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsFluency in French

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Hard Skills

Sales StrategyBusiness AnalysisCustom Solutions DevelopmentAccount ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCustomer FocusInterpersonal SavvyAction OrientedNimble Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Public RelationsBusiness Community EngagementProduct PromotionDistribution ChannelsClient Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help set sales objectives and develop action plans based on the business plan
Create the right conditions to meet targets
Solicit, develop and maintain personal business relationships with clients to promote products and services
Identify and analyze member/client needs
Develop custom solutions and prepare integrated service offers balancing satisfaction, profitability and risk
Negotiate product and service terms
Monitor the industry to identify business development opportunities
Take an active role in public relations activities
Maintain a presence in the business community
Advise and assist members and clients
Represent Desjardins and enter the organization into agreements with clients
Help sell business products and services through multiple distribution channels
Drive results by helping the unit achieve sales and business development objectives
Manage accounts with moderate development potential and serve clients with specific needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of one year of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Action oriented
Communicates effectively
Customer Focus
Differences
Drive results
Interpersonal Savvy
Nimble learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria