Advisor, Operational Risks

Desjardins

Operational risk advisor preventing fraudulent transactions for Desjardins, North America's largest cooperative financial group. Developing controls, recommendations, reports, and action plans.

Posted 8/10/2026contractRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to develop and implement solutions for operational risk management. Proficient in advising stakeholders and preparing actionable recommendations based on data analysis and organizational objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Analytical SkillsOperational Risk ManagementStakeholder CoordinationFrench Language ProficiencyBachelor's Degree

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisReport WritingGuideline DevelopmentCrisis ManagementComplianceFraud PreventionPolicy OptimizationAction Plan DevelopmentProblem DiagnosisOrganizational Objectives

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SavvyCustomer FocusAction OrientedNimble LearningBusiness Insight

Industry Keywords

Fraudulent TransactionsInternal ControlsOperational RiskStakeholder EngagementCrisis Management

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
Advise and assist clients and partners as part of intervention and development initiatives
Recommend solutions to improve or optimize standards, policies, and programs
Prepare recommendations, solutions, and action plans based on organizational objectives and priorities
Diagnose issues, challenges, and needs to determine target outcomes
Develop and help implement objectives, solutions, and action plans
Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations, and write reports
Carry out projects and initiatives related to operational risk
Advise and assist practitioners and organizational units regarding operational risk
Coordinate frequently with stakeholders working in other fields

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of four years of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the line of business
Interpersonal savvy and ability to coordinate with stakeholders
Action oriented
Business insight
Customer Focus
Differences
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
Reimbursement of telework equipment