Senior Advisor, Operational Risks

Desjardins

. Prevent, analyze and develop guidelines for suspicious and fraudulent transactions .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeMontréal • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and developing guidelines for suspicious transactions while leading complex strategic initiatives. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and a strategic mindset to effectively advise clients and coordinate with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeEight Years Relevant ExperienceKnowledge Of FrenchExtensive Knowledge Of Specialty AreaStrategic Mindset

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Soft Skills

Interpersonal SavvyAction OrientedCustomer FocusNimble Learning

Industry Keywords

ComplianceInternal ControlsCrisis ManagementFraud PreventionPolicy DevelopmentStakeholder CoordinationDecision-MakingStrategic PlanningOperational ProjectsAdvisory Role

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prevent, analyze and develop guidelines for suspicious and fraudulent transactions
Assist with compliance, internal controls, crisis management, and the security of personal information and property
Lead complex and innovative development projects and strategic initiatives
Recommend the planning and execution of operationally and conceptually complex projects and initiatives
Advise clients and partners on positioning, planning, development, execution, and monitoring of strategic projects and initiatives
Develop and update policies, standards, models, and programs
Identify, analyze, and diagnose major issues and make recommendations to decision-making bodies
Represent the unit before decision-making bodies
Represent Desjardins’s position in agreements with external partners and organizations
Serve as specialist advisor, subject matter expert, resource person, and coach for decision-making bodies
Coordinate with stakeholders across multiple fields

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of eight years of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Extensive knowledge of the specialty area
Interpersonal savvy
Action oriented
Customer Focus
Differences
Interpersonal Savvy
Nimble learning
Strategic mindset

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
Recruitment process accommodations for accessibility, upon request