Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Responsibilities
Support the project sponsor and oversee a work team to meet project objectives
Participate in all project phases from design to rollout
Identify goals, strategies, and approaches for large projects
Coordinate efforts and manage resources to achieve business objectives
Manage, monitor, and communicate project roadmap and budget
Identify and handle project issues and risks
Prepare reports and status updates for decision-making bodies
Benefits
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan for stable retirement income
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Full Job Description
As project lead, you support the project sponsor and oversee a work team involved in cross-sector projects and initiatives to ensure objectives are met. You participate in all the different project phases, from design to rollout. You identify goals, strategies and approaches, and you coordinate efforts for one or more large projects. You draw on your drive for results and ability to engage others to effectively manage teams and help the organization achieve its objectives. Your projects require extensive knowledge of your line of work. You help solve complex problems using your analytical skills and extensive knowledge of your business line. Coordination is critical, so you frequently interact with stakeholders working in other fields. You serve as resource person for your unit, teams and clients. More specifically, you will be required to :
Work on deliverables with contribution managers, ensuring business objectives are met, benefits are delivered, and budgets and timelines are respected
Ensure that the material, human and financial resources needed to meet the target business objectives are available
Manage, monitor and communicate the roadmap and budget, and define and promote governance
Identify and handle project issues and risks
Prepare reports and status updates for the project sponsor and other decision-making bodies, and help manage internal and external suppliers
What we offer*
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.
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What you bring to the table
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of four years of relevant experience
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Desjardins Group is a Canadian cooperative financial group with headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. It was founded in 1900 and has since grown to become the largest cooperative financial group in Canada, with over 7 million members and clients. The group offers a range of financial services including banking, insurance, wealth management, and investment services. Desjardins Group operates primarily in Quebec and Ontario, but also has a presence in other Canadian provinces as well as in the United States and Europe. The group is committed to social responsibility and sustainability, and has implemented various initiatives to promote these values.
