Partnership Advisor, International Strategy and Newcomers-FR

Temporary position for a duration of 8 months

The mandate of the Principal Directorate of Acquisition and Mobile Sales Force (DP AFVM) is to support the network of credit unions, Desjardins Enterprises, and the various business sectors of the Movement in the implementation of strategies and activities related to the acquisition and development of emerging markets. More specifically, the DP AFVM is mandated to acquire clientele that is less inclined to visit the counter or non-traditional to Desjardins, such as newcomers, cultural communities, and students, in an agile and innovative manner, thanks, among other things, to its mobile sales teams.

As a Partnership Advisor, International Strategy and Newcomers, you contribute to the definition and development of strategic planning and monitoring, business plans and performance, target determination, identification of service improvement opportunities, and the design and delivery of business strategies and solutions in connection with the business architecture of various projects or within the framework of the transformation and evolution of the Desjardins Movement. You play a consulting and supporting role to the dedicated clientele and partners within the framework of various intervention and development mandates in your field of activity. You propose solutions for improvement or optimization of standards, policies, and programs. The nature of the files and projects requires extensive knowledge in your field of activity. You develop recommendations, solutions, and action plans, according to the organization's guidelines and objectives. You contribute to the resolution of complex problems, requiring analysis and detailed knowledge of the business domain. Interactions are frequent and you are called to interact with various stakeholders operating in complementary areas of expertise. Mastery of interpersonal relationships then becomes an essential skill. More specifically, you will be called upon to:

• Diagnose the issues, challenges, needs, and problems to be solved in your field of activity in order to achieve the desired results
• Ensure the elaboration of objectives, solutions, and action plans and participate in their implementation
• Analyze information, conduct studies, develop and propose recommendations, and write reports.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 flexible weeks of vacation from the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that ensures a predictable and stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance plan including telemedicine services
• Reimbursement of health, well-being, and telework equipment expenses
• Benefits are applicable based on eligibility criteria.

What you will bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline
• At least four years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
• Knowledge of clientele from cultural communities/newcomers, knowledge of their reality according to the region of arrival (Quebec, Montreal, Ontario).✈️
• Availability to work from Monday to Friday, including evenings, and, if necessary, weekends.
• Availability for occasional travel to the Desjardins PSR

Appreciate differences, Learn with agility, Have a good knowledge of the sector, Be customer-oriented, Be action-oriented, Master interpersonal relationships

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Union (if applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to welcoming all people, considering and valuing them for who they are, enriching ourselves with their differences and uniqueness, and, above all, offering them a work environment where they will feel at home. For us, discrimination, in whatever form, is zero tolerance! We believe in the importance that our teams be the reflection of the diversity of our members, our clientele, and the communities we serve.

If you need assistance to make the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Accommodation measures will be offered to people who request them at any stage of the recruitment process.

Job Family

Administration (GF)

Closing Date 2026-07-27