Climate Strategy & Risk Advisor

Desjardins

Lévis

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation 4 weeks

Pension plan

Insurance including telemedicine

Wellness reimbursements

Telework equipment

Job summary

Desjardins invites applications for the Climate Change Advisor position within the Climate Transition Department of the Sustainable Development Office. The role involves shaping priorities and methodologies for climate initiatives, while developing roadmaps, monitoring targets, and supporting reporting across business lines.

A bachelor’s in a relevant field and at least two years’ climate experience are required, with French and English language proficiency essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, sustainable development, finance or another relevant discipline.
Minimum of two years of relevant experience in climate-related roles.
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered.
Practical experience in the financial sector or in consulting.
Experience in developing and implementing climate strategies and defining GHG emission reduction targets, ideally within the financial sector context.
Experience in climate risk and scenario analysis.
Experience in climate-related reporting and greenhouse gas emissions measurement.
Knowledge of French is required.
Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to duties or work tools or interactions with English-speaking partners, members or clients.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in projects and initiatives related to climate change, developing roadmaps and recommendations.
Monitor and update targets and commitments, conduct risk analyses.
Contribute to climate change-related reporting.
Support more experienced professionals in the unit.
Monitor new trends in climate change and biodiversity.